Working dog nutrition
Working Dog Puppy Food
A growing working-dog puppy needs complete food that supports steady growth, good condition and reliable digestion. Compare our dry puppy recipes below, or ask for help if you are unsure which one to choose.
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Puppy food at a glance
- Complete puppy recipes: balanced dry food formulated for growth.
- Protein and energy: practical nutrition for growing working breeds.
- Clear feeding guides: a sensible starting point for daily portions.
- Useful comparisons: check nutrition, calories and value before choosing.
Working dog puppy food recipes
Compare the puppy recipes below by protein, fat, price per kilogram and calories per 100g.
Life stage
Diet
Protein
Price
- Protein28%Fat13%NFE38.5%£/kg£4.27/kgCal./100g343 kcal
Protein25%Fat13%NFE44%£/kg£4.07/kgCal./100g352 kcal
Protein29%Fat15%NFE38.5%£/kg£4.07/kgCal./100g364 kcal
Protein27%Fat15%NFE42%£/kg£3.60/kgCal./100g369 kcal
Why puppy food is different
Puppies need food formulated for growth rather than a standard adult maintenance recipe. A complete puppy food provides the nutrients they need while bones and muscles are developing.
Choosing food for a working-dog puppy
The sensible choice depends on the puppy in front of you: breed, expected adult size, age, appetite, stools and current condition. Working breeds may be naturally busy, but more food is not always better. Start with the feeding guide, weigh each meal and adjust gradually as the puppy grows.
Look for steady growth, a visible waist, firm stools and an even appetite. If a recipe is settling well, there is usually no need to change it simply for variety.
Feeding your puppy
- Introduce a new food gradually: change over several days so your puppy has time to settle.
- Weigh each meal: use the feeding guide as a starting point rather than guessing by eye.
- Keep meals consistent: split the daily amount into suitable meals for your puppy's age.
- Provide fresh water: make sure clean drinking water is always available.
- Review the amount regularly: growth, exercise and condition change quickly during the first year.
Working puppy food questions
How should I change my puppy onto a new food?
Make the change gradually over several days, increasing the new food while reducing the old. Keep an eye on appetite, stools and condition while your puppy settles.
How much should I feed my working-dog puppy?
Use the feeding guide on the product as a starting point, weigh the food and adjust gradually for age, expected adult size, activity and condition. Contact us if you would like help interpreting the guide for your puppy.
When should a puppy move onto adult working dog food?
That depends on breed, expected adult size and development. Check the guidance for the recipe you are feeding and avoid changing simply because your puppy looks nearly full-sized. When the time is right, compare our adult working dog food. Ask your breeder or vet if you have concerns about growth.
Do all working-dog puppies need the highest-energy recipe?
No. The right energy level depends on growth, activity and condition. A puppy should grow steadily without carrying excess weight, so choose the recipe and feeding amount for the individual dog.
Not sure which puppy food to choose?
Tell me your puppy's age, breed, current food, digestion and condition, and I will point you towards a sensible option.