Alright, so I’ve got this English Bulldog, Winston. He’s a chunky little fella, and I was always kinda confused about how much to feed him. I mean, he’d eat anything you put in front of him, so I had to figure out what was actually good for him.
First, I read up a bunch online. There are tons of articles about dog food and feeding schedules, but honestly, it was a bit overwhelming. Everyone seemed to have a different opinion. So, I decided to just start with the basics. I checked the back of the dog food bag. It had this chart that suggested how much to feed based on the dog’s weight. Winston was around 50 pounds at the time, so I started with the amount recommended for that weight.
Next, I talked to our vet during Winston’s check-up. I asked her about the right amount of food for an English Bulldog. She said that it’s not just about the weight, but also about the dog’s activity level. Winston is pretty lazy, let’s be honest. He loves his naps. So, the vet suggested I might need to feed him a bit less than what the bag recommended.
Then, I started experimenting. I began with the amount the dog food bag suggested, but I kept a close eye on Winston’s weight. I also paid attention to his energy levels and, um, his poop. Yeah, it’s not glamorous, but it’s a good indicator of whether he’s getting the right amount of food.
I adjusted the food portions a little bit over a few weeks. If he seemed to be gaining too much weight, I’d cut back a little. If he seemed too hungry or lethargic, I’d add a bit more. It was a bit of a trial-and-error process, but eventually, we found the sweet spot.
- Started with the dog food bag’s recommendation.
- Consulted with the vet about activity levels.
- Monitored weight, energy, and poop.
- Adjusted portions based on observations.
My conclusion is
Now, Winston gets about 2 cups of food per day, split into two meals. He’s maintaining a healthy weight, has plenty of energy for his short walks, and his poops are, well, normal. It took some time, but now I feel pretty confident that I’m feeding him the right amount. And honestly, it wasn’t rocket science. Just had to pay attention and make some adjustments along the way.
