I've read that I should feed GSD pups adult food

[Wolfiesmom]

Originally Posted by Sunflowers

Hans was on Fromm Gold adult as an 8 week old pup at the breeder's, and was being fed 3/4 cup 4 times a day.

Wolfie has been eating Fromms Gold Adult at the breeder as well. We got him at 12 weeks, and he still eats the same food.

[lkellen]

Originally Posted by Wolfiesmom

My breeder and my vet both told me to feed my pup adult food. They both said it helps lower the risk of the dog getting pano. The breeder told me " you will still get your nice big german shepherd, it will just take longer for him to grow, which is healthier for him"

What is pano? I'm looking to get Remy off of her large breed puppy formula, is there a food you recommend?!

[Ken Clean-Air System]

Originally Posted by lkellen

What is pano? I'm looking to get Remy off of her large breed puppy formula, is there a food you recommend?!

A few articles about Panosteitis (Pano):
Leerburg | Panosteitis or PANO
Panosteitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Panosteitis in Young Dogs

Recommending foods is a loaded question ... everyone has their own opinions and favorite brands. In my opinion, until a GSD reaches around 18 months of age the main thing you need to look for is a food with relatively low calcium, and a close to 1:1 ratio of calciumhosphorus. Beyond that, a manufacturer you trust, a food that fits your budget and that your dog does well on and enjoys are the criteria for a good food.

[jocoyn]

^^^[Ken's advice]

Agree. I switched around 15 months just to "standardize" things a little and start rotating proteins but I think that is good advice.