Unlocking Puppy Growth Secrets: When Does Your Furry Friend Really Stop Growing?
Large and giant breed puppies have different nutritional requirements than small and medium dog breeds. The American Association of Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) uses a mature size of 70 pounds and greater as the definition for a large breed. If your puppy is one of the larger breeds, look for a dog food label that says “large breed puppy” and has this AAFCO statement, “Formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).” Larger dog breeds need a puppy formula that promotes a steady, healthy growth rate as a rapid growth rate can cause bone and joint problems.
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