My rescued dog is underweight and always hungry. How much to feed?

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We rescued a pit who was skin and bones when we got him. We fed him a paste of dog food the first 3 days four times a day. Now he seems hungry all the time. We can visibly see that he is starting to gain weight back. But I am afraid of over feeding him yet. What should I do? Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Well done on making such progress! Be sure to keep him dewormed monthly for at least 3 months and feed him up gradually, I would tend to feed at the feeding guideline for his actual weight plus 15-20%, reassessed every 14days in order to encourage gradual weight gain and strength whilst allowing his system to adjust. A probiotic/fiber supplement such as fortiflora can be helpful to promote healthy digestive balance also

My rescued dog is underweight and always hungry. How much to feed?

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