Do you want to change your furry friend's food, but don't know how to do it to avoid upsetting them? While it is sometimes necessary to make the change due to age, health condition, or to provide better nutrition, it cannot be done abruptly because it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or rejection of the new food.
In this #PetTuesday we give you the best recommendations to make the food transition in a healthy and safe way.
Why can't you change the food suddenly?
Our furry friends' digestive systems are sensitive to these changes because they don't have the opportunity to generate the necessary enzymes to digest food properly. They need time to adapt to new ingredients, textures, and nutrient levels.
So, how is a proper food transition?
The ideal transition period is 7 to 10 days, progressively mixing the new food with the one you currently offer. For example:
1st and 2nd day: 75% current food and 25% new food
3rd and 4th day: 50% current food and 50% new food
5th and 6th day: 25% current food and 50% new food
7th or +: 0% current food and 100% new food
When making this transition, it is important that you observe your furry friend during these days. If you notice vomiting, diarrhea, or any rejection, pause the food change and keep the old food for two days before continuing.
Here are some tips for a delicious transition:
- Add wet food to stimulate appetite and help the new food seem more attractive.
- Give them snacks between meals to maintain interest and positively reinforce mealtime.
- If the new food is very hard, you can add a little warm water or salt-free broth to enhance its aroma.
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