Watch As Golden Retriever Throws Toddler-Style Tantrum Demanding to Be Fed Before Scheduled Time
There are two kinds of dogs: Those that throw tantrums when meal time is behind schedule by a few minutes, and those who turn into drama queens when they want to be served before the set time.
The latter represents Charlie, a Golden Retriever who’s gone viral for his adorable outbursts as he demanded to be served dinner before the scheduled time. In the hilarious TikTok video posted by his owner, Lauren (@laurenandcody), an impatient Charlie is seen expressing his frustrations when he’s told that it’s not yet dinner time and that he’s in fact, four minutes early.
Watch the funny video below:
@laurenandcody Apparently he is starving?
♬ original sound – Lauren and Charlie
But Charlie wants to hear none of it. He immediately starts jumping and whining while avoiding eye contact with his mom.
“My Golden Retriever has a tantrum because he thinks it’s dinner time but he’s really four minutes early. But he wants it NOW because he is starving (he literally had a snack 20 minutes ago),” Lauren hilariously captioned.
The comical clip — which has garnered 1.5 million views so far — has left the internet in stitches, with viewers taking to the comments section to show support for the outraged Golden.
“Your clock is broken…he is on time,” reads one comment. “Hungry bellies don’t have clocks, mama,” another person added “4 minutes only? My dog is always 2 hours early,” a third person wrote.
We have to admit that lately, Golden Retrievers have been doing the most online as far as food is concerned. Don’t believe us? Check out this sneaky Golden Retriever stealing cheese from his sleepy owner’s hand or this Golden Retriever’s hilarious dragon fruit theft. We bet you’ll also be amused by this Golden’s reaction when he eats celery for the first time.
Why Do Dogs Need a Scheduled Feeding Time?
Along with what’s the best dog food to feed your pup, another question that’s often common among many dog parents is how often you should feed them.
As a dog owner, having a regular feeding schedule is necessary as it allows you to have control over the amount of food you offer your dog, which ultimately helps support a healthy weight. Not to mention, scheduled feeding times make housetraining easier as you’ll eventually learn when to expect your pup to ask for a potty break.
It’s also worth noting that, unlike free feeding, a feeding schedule gives dogs a sense of routine, which is vital for their overall mental health.
The amount of food a dog needs per serving varies from dog to dog depending on factors such as breed, energy levels, size, and overall health status. So, if you are unsure about how much food to feed your furry friend, we highly recommend consulting your vet.
The Best Time to Feed Your Dog
Dr. Ryan Llera, a veterinarian at VCA Animal Hospitals, recommends feeding your dog two meals a day, one in the morning and the other in the evening. According to Dr. Llera, it’s best if these meals are at least 8-12 hours apart.
However, this twice-per-day frequency may be adjusted to smaller-portions-but-frequent-meals throughout the day for puppies, senior dogs, and adult dogs with specific health needs.
It’s generally not advisable not to feed your dog shortly before or after a walk as this may increase their risk of bloat or other digestive system issues like indigestion. This is why most experts recommend feeding a dog at least an hour before or after vigorous exercise.
Dog Feeding Schedule FAQs
Best time to feed dog twice a day
Experts generally advise dog owners to feed their dogs two times a day, with these meals being at least 8-12 hours apart.
Best time to feed dog once a day
While research carried out by the Dog Aging Project established that dogs fed once a day tend to have improved cognitive functions and better health outcomes, most experts recommend feeding your pup two meals per day. All in all, we highly recommend speaking to your vet before switching to a once-daily feeding schedule.
Best time to feed dog before or after walk
Experts recommend feeding your dog at least an hour before or after a walk as opposed to immediately before or after the walk.
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