Dog Food for Old English Sheepdogs
The Old English Sheepdog was developed in England to drive cattle and sheep to market, and its shaggy coat protected it from every kind of weather. Today's OES is a clownish, affectionate, adaptable companion with a famously bear-like shuffle. Most weigh 60 to 100 lb and carry a profuse double coat that needs serious, regular grooming. The breed is also the parent of the Sheepadoodle.
With a big frame and one of the biggest coats in dogdom, Sheepdog owners care about coat nutrition and raising a large puppy well.
Why Your Best Friend fits Old English Sheepdogs
Support for a profuse coat
Omega-3 fatty acids (1.5% min), zinc, vitamin E (400 IU/kg min), and biotin support healthy skin underneath all that hair.
Built for large-breed growth
Formulated to AAFCO's All Life Stages standard, including growth of large-size dogs, with calcium held mid-range and a moderate 385 calories per cup for steady growth.
Gentle on sensitive stomachs
Salmon and fish are the protein, with no chicken, corn, wheat, or soy, plus pre-, pro-, and postbiotics for steady digestion.
Heart health, guaranteed
Guaranteed taurine (0.10% min) and L-Carnitine (300 mg/kg min), in one formula from puppyhood through the senior years.
How much to feed an Old English Sheepdog
These are starting points for an average adult with a normal activity level. That coat can hide a lot, so feel for the ribs regularly and adjust portions to keep your dog lean.
| Adult weight | Cups per day | A 28 lb bag lasts about |
|---|---|---|
| 60 lb | 3½ | 5 weeks |
| 80 lb | 4¼ | 4 weeks |
| 100 lb | 5 | 3½ weeks |
Feeding tips for big dogs
Many vets recommend splitting a large dog's food into two or more meals a day and avoiding hard exercise right before and after eating. Puppies need more food per pound than adults, so split their daily amount into three or four meals, and ask your vet to help you track growth.
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