Its been a while since I have had a litter and I am a bit brain dead or so it seems. My gal is just on seven weeks pregnant. Eats kibble. How many cups should she be eating at this stage?
Everyone seems to have their own unique thoughts on this. I have fed same amount but switched to puppy kibble by now. Next litter I don't think I will switch though, based on calcium issues discussed. I haven't had an issue but there is always a first time. However the extra protein is needed so I would supplement with meat or eggs at one or two meals.
With the meat, I went either way - raw or cooked. I usually boil a chicken and cut it up just for the dam. I give her about 1/2 cup to a cup (no real science, just grab a handful)with the kibble. The eggs were hard boiled. I hardboil a dozen and keep them in the fridge to add to the kibble. No shells, that would be more calcium.
