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What adult dog food is best for multiple dogs of different sizes?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 months and 24 days old | 50 lbs

Sarah is a smallish lab mix I was getting ready to turn one in what two weeks and I was wondering what you guys recommend for her Adult food however you eventually we want if at all possible both of our Chiweenie puppies and her on the same food one of which turns one in 2 months the other not until September but like I said we want them all on the same food eventually if possible

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on January 25th, 2019

Depending on how big the Chiweenie is as an adult, you could likely use the same food for both dogs after they are each 1 year old. Since Sara is only 35lbs, you don’t need to give her a large breed dog food. The other pup is likely not extra small (under 10lbs) so it would be fine to eat a regular food as well.
Stick with any of the high quality brands who do not have recall issues frequently. Brands who have frequent recalls are concerning for quality issues.
I recommend Royal Canin, Iams, Purina Pro Plan, and Nutro. Just get the normal, adult dog food. Remember to transition to the new diet over 5-7 days.
I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions!

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