Australian Pet Essentials: Setting the Standard

Dogs require the right proportions of protein, calories, vitamins and minerals for their particular stage of life. Ensure you have fresh drinking water available at all times and change the water daily. In hot weather it's a good idea to give two full bowls of water.

Feeding Guide for your Pets

• Puppy

Puppy's diets need the right balance of nutrients to help them grow strong and healthy. At this early stage, your puppy should have three or four meals a day and, after eight weeks, drop this back to twice a day.

• Adult

Puppy's diets need the right balance of nutrients to help them grow strong and healthy. At this early stage, your puppy should have three or four meals a day and, after eight weeks, drop this back to twice a day.

• Senior

Older dogs have different nutritional needs to younger ones. They generally expend less energy, and will spend more time resting. Senior dog formulations provide the right balance of nutrients.