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Optimal fat to protein ratio & best food for Westie pup
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Marie FMember
What is the optimal fat to protein ratio in dry dog food for small breed puppies such as Westie’s?
I’m also confused as to which puppy food to choose for a Westie pup.
Any suggestions from Westi owners will be appreciated.Mike SagmanKeymasterHi Marie,
We avoid dog foods with a fat-to-protein ratio (FPR) exceeding 75%. Please keep in mind that unless you’re feeding a high activity animal (like a sled racing dog), a food with a lower FPR (say 65% or less) provides better nutritional value.
Regarding Westie pups, I know of no special nutritional standards published in a peer-reviewed journal unique to that particular breed.
Since you’re feeding a Type 1 dog (a small breed puppy) and depending on your own dog’s biology, any food on our Type 1 list should make an excellent candidate.
Hope this helps.
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