How to Feed a Poodle

Poodles are a dog breed with a long and extensive history. For centuries, they were bred as water retrieving dogs, working dogs and companions. Poodles are a very popular breed, requiring very little training and care. Feeding poodles takes just a little time and effort.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dog food
• Food bowl
• Water dish

How to Feed a Poodle

1. Determine what type of food you will be feeding your poodle. Many people choose to feed poodles just a dry kibble, while some people prefer canned food. Canned food is easier for dogs to chew and digest, but can lead to extremely dirty teeth.

2. Decide how much food your poodle will need. Standard poodles will eat approximately 2 cups of dog food per day while toy poodles might only eat 1/2 cup of food. Take care not to overfeed your poodle.

3. Place you dog’s food and water bowls in a quiet, secure feeding area. Your poodle will eat best if his bowl is in an undisturbed place.

4. Add food to your dog’s bowl and allow her time to eat. Leave her alone and give her a chance to eat as much as she likes.

5. Check your poodle’s food dish to see if there is any food left. If there is anything leftover, you can feed a little less next time. If he ate it all quickly, you might need to feed a little more.

Tips & Warnings

• Clean your poodle’s dish after every meal. Feeding your poodle will be much easier in a clean, sanitary dish.
• Do not allow your poodle to eat table scraps. Many types of human food are bad for dogs.