{"id":12549,"date":"2024-01-16T05:21:57","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T13:21:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/?p=12549"},"modified":"2025-10-13T10:28:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T17:28:37","slug":"dog-food-for-pregnant-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/dog-food-for-pregnant-dogs","title":{"rendered":"Dog Food for Pregnant Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proper <a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/feeding-the-pregnant-dog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dog nutrition during pregnancy<\/a> is crucial for healthy parents and pups. The wellness of both mom and puppies rely heavily on diet and nutrition. As such, feeding pregnant dogs the right food is key. Here\u2019s what you need to know about choosing the right food for dogs who are pregnant and supporting healthy puppies from the womb to the real world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-best-dog-food-for-pregnant-dogs\">What Is the Best Dog Food for Pregnant Dogs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a female dog is pregnant with pups, her nutritional requirements are a bit different. Her diet must have adequate levels of protein, vitamins, and other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/6-essential-nutrients-that-make-a-balanced-diet-for-dogs.html\">nutrients to foster healthy dogs<\/a> with healthy immune systems into the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all dry dog food or kibble has the quality ingredients that a pregnant dog needs for a healthy diet. To give your pregnant dog the best possible nutrition, look for pet food made from whole ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-should-i-feed-my-pregnant-dog\">How Much Should I Feed My Pregnant Dog?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/whether-an-adult-dog-or-a-puppy-true-food-for-dogs-is-there-for-all-of-their-life-stages.html\">right amount of food for your dog<\/a> will vary based on their age, size, and breed. Pregnant dogs have more energy requirements and need more calories to maintain a healthy weight and nutrition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A pregnant dog\u2019s food intake will need to be increased significantly around six weeks of pregnancy. Gestation for dogs is generally around 60 days. After week six puppies in the womb are really beginning to develop in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From that time until the puppies are born, the mother\u2019s weight gain could reach 25-50%, and the portion size she needs can easily double or triple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some pet experts and breeders recommend giving your pregnant dog several smaller meals throughout the day instead of two large meals morning and night. With the extra space growing pups take up, her stomach will have less space for big meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-should-pregnant-dogs-eat-puppy-food\">Should Pregnant Dogs Eat Puppy Food?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dogmom-1024x619.jpg\" alt=\"pregnant dog mom with puppies feeding\" class=\"wp-image-14335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dogmom-1024x619.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dogmom-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dogmom-768x464.jpg 768w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dogmom.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, puppy food is perfect for pregnant dogs! The high-calorie and dense nutrition content of puppy food is a great way to get your pregnant dog essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that aren\u2019t always present in adult dog food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since puppy formula food is designed for those early life stages where growth and development are happening rapidly, it tends to have a lot more crucial ingredients to support healthy pregnancy and nursing in dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/puppies\/meals\/\">high-quality puppy food made from real ingredients<\/a>, meals from JustFoodForDogs are vet-recommended. Only the freshest ingredients are used to create real food for dogs at every stage of life. There are absolutely no preservatives, artificial flavors, or other unnecessary additives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A Pregnant Dog\u2019s Food Should Include:<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lots of protein<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Healthy carbohydrates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calcium and phosphorus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/5-benefits-of-omega-3-fatty-acids-for-dogs.html\">Omega-3 fatty acids<\/a> and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid \u2014 a fatty acid in the brain)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Folic Acid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plenty of fresh water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-healthy-foods-for-pregnant-dogs\">Other Healthy Foods for Pregnant Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since your dog\u2019s food intake will increase during one stage of pregnancy or another, it\u2019s nice to have <a href=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/are-blueberries-good-for-dogs.html\">fruits<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/are-carrots-healthy-for-dogs.html\">veggies<\/a> on hand you can give them to supplement their regular dog food and provide even more delicious nutrition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fruits and vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals like potassium, calcium, and iron that support overall health in dogs and can be beneficial to dogs during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-risks-of-improper-nutrition-for-dogs-during-pregnancy\">Risks of Improper Nutrition for Dogs During Pregnancy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dog-food-for-pregnant-dog-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"dog and puppies\" class=\"wp-image-12561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dog-food-for-pregnant-dog-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dog-food-for-pregnant-dog-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dog-food-for-pregnant-dog-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/dog-food-for-pregnant-dog.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While overfeeding is also something you want to avoid during dog pregnancy, underfeeding can be more harmful to puppies growing in the womb. Underfeeding dogs during pregnancy can cause health problems for both mom and pups when it comes to development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eclampsia\">Eclampsia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pregnancy and lactation demand a lot of calcium from the mother. Developing fetal skeleton and producing calcium-rich milk both require a lot of calcium that the mother need to obtain from her diet. If a pregnant or lactating dog does not get enough calcium, eclampsia, or low blood calcium, can occur. Eclampsia is a medical emergency, and symptoms include muscle spasms, inability to walk, and seizures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-low-milk-production\">Low Milk Production<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a breeding dog doesn\u2019t get proper nutrition during pregnancy, it will be difficult for her body to produce enough milk. It\u2019s even more important to maintain high-quality nutrition for nursing dogs during lactation. Producing enough milk to sustain the litter is a big job for a mama pup\u2019s body, even after whelping (giving birth). Lactating dogs may need up to twice as much of their normal food (depending on the size of the litter) to sustain their puppies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fading-puppy-syndrome\">Fading Puppy Syndrome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Growing puppies who don\u2019t get their nutritional needs met through nursing due to their mother\u2019s poor health can appear weak and lethargic. They may struggle to eat or nurse. They might also display poor coordination and have trouble gaining weight or muscle. Unfortunately, when conditions like this persist, puppies can die unexpectedly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stillbirth\">Stillbirth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a pregnant dog\u2019s diet lacks essential nutrition during gestation, the risk of stillbirth increases drastically. This is when the puppy dies unexpectedly while still in the mother\u2019s womb. This happens when a pregnant dog\u2019s body can\u2019t keep up with the demanding stages of pregnancy and growing puppies inside her if she becomes malnourished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-ways-to-support-pregnant-dogs-wellness\">Other Ways to Support Pregnant Dogs\u2019 Wellness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While feeding the right dog food to pregnant dogs is the number one way to support their health, there are even more ways you can provide support and comfort to your dog during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Give Them a Quiet Resting Place<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ve heard the term nesting, right? Pregnant dogs are likely to want to do the same thing. They\u2019ll want a quiet, comfortable place to rest during pregnancy as much as they\u2019ll need a space to care for and nurse their puppies once they\u2019re born.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Keep Activity Light<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short walks and time outside are both good for pregnant dogs. They should, however, probably avoid rough-and-tumble type play. They should also avoid marathon-distance walks or runs while their body is doing such an important job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Take Your Pregnant Dog to The Vet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Checkups by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/what-questions-should-you-ask-your-vet.html\">veterinarian<\/a> are important to make sure both your dog and the growing puppies are healthy, and to be sure there aren\u2019t any conditions that could be passed down from mom to pups. Your vet can also make recommendations specific to your dog for things like dietary needs, body condition, and activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><em>This content is for informational use only and does not replace professional nutrition and\/or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not a substitute for and should not be relied upon for specific nutrition and\/or medical recommendations. Please talk with your veterinarian about any questions or concerns.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Proper dog nutrition during pregnancy is crucial for healthy parents and pups. The wellness of both mom and puppies rely heavily on diet and nutrition. As such, feeding pregnant dogs the right food is key. 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