{"id":11568,"date":"2022-06-01T07:38:42","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T07:38:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/?p=11568"},"modified":"2023-08-22T17:16:06","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T17:16:06","slug":"german-shepherd-puppy-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/german-shepherd-puppy-food\/","title":{"rendered":"Best German Shepherd Puppy Food? Top 4 Picks for 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class='flex_column av-lbmelb-a384035e02290a8681835eb567ac7b97 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-l3cxzipu-ad3abea21dd6973a49ade068c525f89c\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-l3cxzipu-ad3abea21dd6973a49ade068c525f89c{\nmargin-top:-40px;\nheight:1px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-l3cxzipu-ad3abea21dd6973a49ade068c525f89c hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_image  avia-builder-el-first '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5eteck-3f32d56bc52d62c6a3b7f831f7e20ee8\">\n.avia-image-container.av-5eteck-3f32d56bc52d62c6a3b7f831f7e20ee8 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-5eteck-3f32d56bc52d62c6a3b7f831f7e20ee8 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-5eteck-3f32d56bc52d62c6a3b7f831f7e20ee8 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_textblock '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-11585 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-11585 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Best-German-Shepherd-Puppy-Food-featured-image.jpg\" alt='German Shepherd puppy eating' title='The Best German Shepherd Puppy Food'  height=\"675\" width=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Best-German-Shepherd-Puppy-Food-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Best-German-Shepherd-Puppy-Food-featured-image-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Best-German-Shepherd-Puppy-Food-featured-image-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Best-German-Shepherd-Puppy-Food-featured-image-705x397.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-9evji-5cc269e2b0e8ed9f9c67b7091d8a9e13\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-9evji-5cc269e2b0e8ed9f9c67b7091d8a9e13 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:12px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-9evji-5cc269e2b0e8ed9f9c67b7091d8a9e13 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-k9llj131-79ec82136f3eae7f785c854b3cb12a8c '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><h1>Best German Shepherd Puppy Food? Top 4 Picks for 2024<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-k9llj131-8-6a52614399a8e87734a8252034164318\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-k9llj131-8-6a52614399a8e87734a8252034164318 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:13px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-k9llj131-8-6a52614399a8e87734a8252034164318 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p><strong><a   class=\"post-author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/author\/alex\/\">Alex Vicente<\/a><\/strong> \u2022 Updated on August 22, 2023<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-k9llj131-7-a040a55b90462ea0ba4e3aee61065c6c\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-k9llj131-7-a040a55b90462ea0ba4e3aee61065c6c .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:18px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-k9llj131-7-a040a55b90462ea0ba4e3aee61065c6c '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p><em><strong>The best\u00a0 German Shepherd puppy food is the <a class=\"product-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003M61HU6?tag=pawsinsider-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18171\" data-lasso-name=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\">Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food<\/a>, in case you are in a hurry and just want to find out what our top recommendation is.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-10t96ogq-2cb79f473c1f26d5fc2dfd4340353c80 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>German Shepherds are among the smartest dog breeds.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re also energetic, curious, watchful, and occasionally playful.<\/p>\n<p>These wonderful dogs are quite protective of their human friends and eternally loyal to them.<\/p>\n<p>A GSD puppy becomes a handful a few weeks after birth.<\/p>\n<p>Meeting its growth, developmental, and energy needs requires proper nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, this dog breed is susceptible to several health issues, like joint dislocation, vision impairment, and some digestive problems.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, you should always choose what goes into your puppy\u2019s diet carefully.<\/p>\n<p>To make things easier, we put together a list of the best German Shepherd puppy food.<\/p>\n<p>Also, we added a full section on how to choose the right brand for your pet.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5g2i6e-02ffb5c58bc50752ba7302e7640ec7ae\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-5g2i6e-02ffb5c58bc50752ba7302e7640ec7ae{\npadding-bottom:0;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-5g2i6e-02ffb5c58bc50752ba7302e7640ec7ae .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-5g2i6e-02ffb5c58bc50752ba7302e7640ec7ae .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-5g2i6e-02ffb5c58bc50752ba7302e7640ec7ae av-special-heading-h2 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >The Top 4 German Shepherd Puppy Foods Reviewed<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-k9llj131-6-8d07405c141ffc2dcf2827ed90c38db2 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Every brand on this list is rich in nutrients and would supply your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/german-shepherd-breed-info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18172\">German Shepherd<\/a> puppy with the essentials.<\/p>\n<p>However, we\u2019re aware that dogs have individual needs.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why we made sure to cover all the possible variations in puppy foods.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-llmk30sl-1f291548c3ff9371a252fb0597855f72 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-11701-18176\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-cutter lasso-url-amzn-best-german-shepherd-food-6 \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tOUR PICK\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003M61HU6?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11701\" data-lasso-name=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\" title=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/41avesqY6EL._SL500_.webp\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003M61HU6?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11701\" data-lasso-name=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\" title=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRoyal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);\">From eating habits to coat type, your pure-breed puppy is unique. Royal Canin partners with veterinarians and experts to develop tailored formulas for your breed's lifestyle, lifestage and health needs so your puppy will be their magnificent best.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003M61HU6?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11701\" data-lasso-name=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\" title=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tVIEW ON AMAZON\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-54u7l1x-f6cd74f5e5042d2bbcb37dd988684b67\">\n.flex_column.av-54u7l1x-f6cd74f5e5042d2bbcb37dd988684b67{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-54u7l1x-f6cd74f5e5042d2bbcb37dd988684b67 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-52fxvhx-a6e3557843cedf842cf1c96bf16219a9 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>This puppy food was formulated specifically for young German Shepherd dogs.<\/p>\n<p>It has all the ingredients that help little dogs to grow and develop.<\/p>\n<p>Even the kibble is designed to fit the puppies\u2019 muzzle shape and their teeth size.<\/p>\n<p>Royal Canin for GSD puppies is made from chicken by-product meals.<\/p>\n<p>This makes it a rich source of natural protein that makes up almost 30% of the ingredients.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to that, it contains a large number of minerals, vitamins, and fiber.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also fortified with omega-3, vitamin E, and various other antioxidants that help in boosting the dog\u2019s immune system.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also great for its neural development, vision, skin, and its coat.<\/p>\n<p>This GSD puppy food is the most expensive on the list, but it\u2019s also the one that checks all the boxes when it comes to prime quality dog food.<\/p>\n<p>Your puppy can feed on it from 2-15 months of age.<\/p>\n<p>After that, you can shift to an adult dog formula.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-llmk6y9o-ca9698ff947d14a39d619465fa15dda4 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-9027-18177\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-cutter lasso-url-amzn-best-dog-food-for-french-bulldog-puppies-1 \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tRUNNER-UP\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KNMR89D?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"9027\" data-lasso-name=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\" title=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/51joxzzTnOL._SL500_.webp\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KNMR89D?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"9027\" data-lasso-name=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\" title=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTaste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Roasted bison and roasted venison combine in this grain-free recipe, providing ideal amounts of highly digestible energy for your growing puppy.&nbsp;Unique flavors from roasted meats, vegetables, legumes and fruits in a small kibble size make it easy for puppies to enjoy the nutrients they need for overall vitality.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07KNMR89D?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"9027\" data-lasso-name=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\" title=\"Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tVIEW ON AMAZON\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-an76x-8164e3eb502c4af7b35abc25cc84f0dd\">\n.flex_column.av-an76x-8164e3eb502c4af7b35abc25cc84f0dd{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-an76x-8164e3eb502c4af7b35abc25cc84f0dd av_one_full  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-k9llj131-3-1dfe355e25b725482b427eb0ec58a1a1 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>This puppy food is true to its name, as it\u2019s made from real bison and venison meat.<\/p>\n<p>Taste of the Wild contains roasted meat that adds up to a protein content of around 28%.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, it has vitamins and minerals sourced from actual vegetables and fruits.<\/p>\n<p>The omega-3 content here is pretty high too, which is essential to keep a large breed canine in good health.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, there\u2019s a wonderful added substance here which is a probiotic formulated specifically for K9 strains.<\/p>\n<p>This makes the food easy to digest and metabolize.<\/p>\n<p>Your young puppy would also benefit from this food as it\u2019s made without wheat, corn, or any other grains.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also free from artificial colors or flavors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-av_textblock-564067357eb74c20cdd60b282c9b50bd '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-11579-18178\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-cutter lasso-url-amzn-best-german-shepherd-puppy-food-3 \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tALSO GREAT\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B002OY0Q9K?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11579\" data-lasso-name=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\" title=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4159JbhkmL._SL500_.webp\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<!-- BUTTONS -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-title\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B002OY0Q9K?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11579\" data-lasso-name=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\" title=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPurina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: rgb(14, 19, 31);\">Meet your puppy\u2019s unique nutritional needs with Purina Pro Plan Brand Dog Food Puppy Chicken and Rice Formula dry puppy food. High-quality protein sources, including chicken as the first ingredient, help your puppy develop healthy muscles so he can frolic as long as he wants.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B002OY0Q9K?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11579\" data-lasso-name=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\" title=\"Purina Pro Plan High Protein Puppy Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tVIEW ON AMAZON\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-417frtx-127ebd0b8936eb198dc42e0853fd8fa8\">\n.flex_column.av-417frtx-127ebd0b8936eb198dc42e0853fd8fa8{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-417frtx-127ebd0b8936eb198dc42e0853fd8fa8 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-18  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-3ywl3ad-cc6dadf202a5c7aefa969df6250d0708 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Purina is a big name in the world of pet food, and that\u2019s for a good reason.<\/p>\n<p>They know what works and they offer it at a good price.<\/p>\n<p>This formula for large dog breed puppies might not be tailor-made for GSDs, but still, it has the correct formulation for its proper growth.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s prepared from a chicken and rice mixture which is both highly nutritious and gives the active puppies tons of energy.<\/p>\n<p>Purina is also loaded with antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and probiotics.<\/p>\n<p>This boosts the dog\u2019s immune system, strengthens its bones, and helps in developing its cognitive functions.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also easy on the dog\u2019s stomach.<\/p>\n<p>Being crunchy and delicious is a big plus!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-av_textblock-564067357eb74c20cdd60b282c9b50bd '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><div id=\"lasso-anchor-id-11581-18179\" class=\"lasso-container\">\n    <!-- LASSO DISPLAY BOX (https:\/\/getlasso.co) -->\n\t<div class=\"lasso-display lasso-cutter lasso-url-amzn-best-german-shepherd-puppy-food-4 \">\n\n\t\t<!-- BADGE -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-badge\">\n\t\t\t\tALSO GREAT\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<!-- LASSO TITLE, PRICE, DESC, AND IMAGE -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lasso-box-1\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-image\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00ATP1BTK?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" 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class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: rgb(14, 19, 31);\">Formulated for dogs with allergies or sensitivity to grain, this grain free dog food for active dogs is an excellent choice for dogs that need high levels of quality protein, including growing puppies.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a class=\"lasso-button-1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00ATP1BTK?tag=pawsinsider-20\" data-lasso-box-trackable=\"true\" data-lasso-id=\"11581\" data-lasso-name=\"VICTOR Grain Free Active Dog &amp; Puppy Food\" title=\"VICTOR Grain Free Active Dog &amp; Puppy Food\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">\n\t\t\t\tVIEW ON AMAZON\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-end\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"lasso-disclosure\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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protein content comes from varied natural sources, and along with it, there\u2019s a cocktail of additional supplements.<\/p>\n<p>It covers the puppy&#8217;s daily requirements of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/10-ways-to-keep-gsd-healthy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18173\">maintain its healthy growth<\/a><\/u>.<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, this puppy formula includes a proprietary blend; VPRO.<\/p>\n<p>This substance is known to optimize the genetic potential of the little GSDs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/p>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-an76x-2-230e6ed7d164c25425ac0d92f4c96f26\">\n.flex_column.av-an76x-2-230e6ed7d164c25425ac0d92f4c96f26{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-an76x-2-230e6ed7d164c25425ac0d92f4c96f26 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-23  el_after_av_one_full  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av-1pr93h9-6763cfd2ba2556381a97d628f87f811f av_one_full  avia-builder-el-26  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-30wyn8d-2ee6da33df46a3abb74f64b9e7859e2b\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-30wyn8d-2ee6da33df46a3abb74f64b9e7859e2b{\npadding-bottom:40px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-30wyn8d-2ee6da33df46a3abb74f64b9e7859e2b .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-30wyn8d-2ee6da33df46a3abb74f64b9e7859e2b .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-30wyn8d-2ee6da33df46a3abb74f64b9e7859e2b av-special-heading-h2 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-27  el_before_av_image  avia-builder-el-first '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >How to Choose the Right German Shepherd Puppy Food<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-15eixa5-d2d5f09a22888ca1ac54e27a58667307\">\n.avia-image-container.av-15eixa5-d2d5f09a22888ca1ac54e27a58667307 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-15eixa5-d2d5f09a22888ca1ac54e27a58667307 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-15eixa5-d2d5f09a22888ca1ac54e27a58667307 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-28  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_hr '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class='wp-image-11589 avia-img-lazy-loading-11589 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-trying-to-reach-the-bag-of-food.jpg\" alt='German Shepherd puppy trying to reach the bag of food' title='German Shepherd puppy trying to reach the bag of food'  height=\"480\" width=\"780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-trying-to-reach-the-bag-of-food.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-trying-to-reach-the-bag-of-food-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-trying-to-reach-the-bag-of-food-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-trying-to-reach-the-bag-of-food-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-t0necd-ebd2a059b28465b41f0f9d98140a3c56\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-t0necd-ebd2a059b28465b41f0f9d98140a3c56{\nheight:10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-t0necd-ebd2a059b28465b41f0f9d98140a3c56 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-29  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock  av-small-hide av-mini-hide'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-2f1iqjh-dd82b17633cdd8aa1b63c33c4b5d636e '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Several good brands offer GSD puppy food, but which one is the best for your little pet?<\/p>\n<p>Selecting a particular type of food is always a big decision, as we all want to do what\u2019s right for our puppies.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why it would be best to consider the following points before committing to any dog food.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796{\npadding-bottom:20px;\nfont-size:24px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:24px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-285uevx-ca25d2bb7fffe3b0842a9b40987ab796 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-31  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >Make Sure the Puppy Food Is for a Large Breed <\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l336p8gc-dc01798e9495b7379bce31b8235fc235 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>The right type of food for your pet should be age-appropriate and also breed-appropriate.<\/p>\n<p>There are some significant differences in each formula.<\/p>\n<p>And choosing one that suits your dog\u2019s natural needs is necessary.<\/p>\n<p>The puppies of large dog breeds are known to grow fast.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, you should give them food that accommodates their growth spurts.<\/p>\n<p>Still, it\u2019s best to manage their meal sizes to curb excessive growth, as that could be burdensome on their bones.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00{\npadding-bottom:20px;\nfont-size:24px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:24px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-w1lqii-5649943d0844645aae623e6c4f4bec00 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-33  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >Stay Away From Synthetic Ingredients <\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l3ebwynj-b5425860e6c373a159e62e9a9f9ca509 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>It\u2019s generally recommended to avoid such artificial flavorings, preservatives, and fillers.<\/p>\n<p>But in the case of German Shepherds, it\u2019s a critical matter.<\/p>\n<p>GSDs are susceptible to having some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hepper.com\/common-health-problems-german-shepherd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18174\">health problems<\/a><\/u> as they grow into adults, and especially as they age.<\/p>\n<p>Synthetic ingredients could aggravate these conditions significantly.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that less expensive dog foods have a higher content of fillers and inorganic substances.<\/p>\n<p>So you might want to think twice before thinking of these brands as budget-friendly options.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50{\npadding-bottom:20px;\nfont-size:24px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:24px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-l336ou99-529d5dc27659df365f5565a3895dab50 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-35  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_image  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >Balance Is Good, but Go for High Protein Foods<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-3t8nj1-99ef855b8a98dd0fdd2046ffedfc355d\">\n.avia-image-container.av-3t8nj1-99ef855b8a98dd0fdd2046ffedfc355d img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-3t8nj1-99ef855b8a98dd0fdd2046ffedfc355d .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-3t8nj1-99ef855b8a98dd0fdd2046ffedfc355d av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-36  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_hr '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class='wp-image-11588 avia-img-lazy-loading-11588 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-sitting-on-the-grass-yawning.jpg\" alt='German Shepherd puppy sitting on the grass yawning' title='German Shepherd puppy sitting on the grass yawning'  height=\"480\" width=\"780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-sitting-on-the-grass-yawning.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-sitting-on-the-grass-yawning-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-sitting-on-the-grass-yawning-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-sitting-on-the-grass-yawning-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-24zl3x-6850123efe98d6ac67990e6fab2cd34e\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-24zl3x-6850123efe98d6ac67990e6fab2cd34e{\nheight:10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-24zl3x-6850123efe98d6ac67990e6fab2cd34e hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-37  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock  av-small-hide av-mini-hide'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l3lh1o0z-1ca570b307b600fba3c25c708555b405 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>GSD puppies grow quite quickly.<\/p>\n<p>And when they\u2019re not doubling in size, they\u2019re so busy running around exploring every corner in their surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>This calls for a diet that\u2019s high in nutrients and gives them plenty of energy.<\/p>\n<p>This often translates to a high protein content, reasonable amounts of fat, and as few carbs as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0{\npadding-bottom:20px;\nfont-size:24px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:24px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-ph8nhs-c3eb66e86c32cf53247c35ab0b4e6ba0 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-39  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >There Are Specific Needs for Each Puppy <\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l3tzwaup-6678c7486d756771fc7d57b8fb08305b '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>As the puppies grow, some of them show signs of allergies, digestive issues, joint problems, or weakness in their muscles.<\/p>\n<p>The kind of diet these pups get should address the specific needs of their health.<\/p>\n<p>The best way is to get a recommendation from their vet on the best diet and supplements to give them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757{\npadding-bottom:20px;\nfont-size:24px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:24px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-l3tzw2iv-d5bf9de7cb2ce379afd5f206d84e2757 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-41  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >Let The Puppies Give It a Try First <\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l3tzwqsc-c6b75b3c8b29c9909534447161a4b8a6 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Every kind of dog food has a taste and texture that differs from the others.<\/p>\n<p>Puppies often have higher affinities towards a certain taste.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, they&#8217;d be much happier when you fill their bowls with it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><\/p>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1sbnku5-e763d33ed563739c4d8bd19a4f0a8aad\">\n.flex_column.av-1sbnku5-e763d33ed563739c4d8bd19a4f0a8aad{\nborder-radius:0px 20px 0px 20px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1sbnku5-e763d33ed563739c4d8bd19a4f0a8aad av_one_full  avia-builder-el-43  el_after_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-last  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-l3ebx4tm-79f3a7eb46e5eed693794624105c5a39\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-l3ebx4tm-79f3a7eb46e5eed693794624105c5a39{\npadding-bottom:40px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-l3ebx4tm-79f3a7eb46e5eed693794624105c5a39 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-l3ebx4tm-79f3a7eb46e5eed693794624105c5a39 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:14px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-l3ebx4tm-79f3a7eb46e5eed693794624105c5a39 av-special-heading-h2 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-44  el_before_av_image  avia-builder-el-first '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag'  >Conclusion <\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1atzjsg-4133b9c12d425be3a9645aa21223636f\">\n.avia-image-container.av-1atzjsg-4133b9c12d425be3a9645aa21223636f img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-1atzjsg-4133b9c12d425be3a9645aa21223636f .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-1atzjsg-4133b9c12d425be3a9645aa21223636f av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-45  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_hr '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class='wp-image-11587 avia-img-lazy-loading-11587 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-laying-down.jpg\" alt='German Shepherd puppy laying down' title='German Shepherd puppy laying down'  height=\"480\" width=\"780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-laying-down.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-laying-down-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-laying-down-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawsinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/German-Shepherd-puppy-laying-down-705x434.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-wartdc-8ec47c3d878931d8aaef86f5e588ee24\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-wartdc-8ec47c3d878931d8aaef86f5e588ee24{\nheight:10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-wartdc-8ec47c3d878931d8aaef86f5e588ee24 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-46  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock  av-small-hide av-mini-hide'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l3ebyicd-80929c9a601bb96fb768aac5736ec3ad '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Every dog has its specific dietary requirement, and if you have a German Shepherd puppy, you know how smart and active it is.<\/p>\n<p>You must be looking for the best food that would help its development and support its daily lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>That would be hands down <a class=\"product-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B003M61HU6?tag=pawsinsider-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18175\" data-lasso-name=\"Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food\">Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It has the best ingredients, and it\u2019s tailor-made for your little puppy\u2019s special breed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering what the best german shepherd puppy food is? 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