Complete Guide to Dry Kibble for Indian Dogs
Dry kibble is the most convenient and widely available dog food in India. When chosen correctly, it provides complete balanced nutrition. This guide helps you choose the right kibble for your dog.
Quantities by Life Stage
| Feature | adults | puppies | seniors |
|---|---|---|---|
| notes | Adjust for activity level | Use puppy-specific formula | Switch to senior formula at 7 years |
| meals per day | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| grams per meal | 150-300g depending on weight | 80-150g depending on breed size | 120-250g |
Recommended Foods
real meat as first ingredient (chicken, lamb, fish)
whole grains (brown rice, oats)
vegetables (sweet potato, peas)
omega-3 sources (fish meal, flaxseed)
Foods to Avoid
corn or wheat as first ingredient
artificial preservatives (BHA, BHT)
by-product meal without specification
excessive fillers
Supplements
No supplements required if feeding a complete and balanced AAFCO or BIS-certified kibble. Adding Omega-3 fish oil (1000mg per 10kg body weight) improves coat health in Indian humidity.
Special Diet Options
Transition Guide
When switching brands, mix 25% new food with 75% old for 3 days. Then 50/50 for 3 days. Then 75% new for 3 days. Full transition by day 10. Abrupt changes cause diarrhoea.