Q: Is there a “super growth” formula that I can feed my mastiff to make him grow larger?
by admin ~ February 3rd, 2008A: No. Actually, by over-feeding a giant breed puppy, you can cause painful bone diseases that can leave your puppy/dog permanently disfigured, and can even cause death. When mastiff puppies are fed a diet too high in calories, fat, protein or calcium, the extra “food” promotes rapid bone growth but the muscles can’t keep up, causing a host of issues.
Genetics are genetics - your dog will grow to be the size he is meant to be regardless of how much you feed or what type of food you feed. The difference is, with proper levels of fat, protein and calcium, your puppy will grow at a slower rate, reducing the chances of developing hip dysplasia, Pano, HOD and OCD. It will take him a little longer to grow to his full adult size, but be patient and it will be worth it in the end! More information is available on our Nutrition and Feeding page.
