* '''Diet:''' Poor-quality commercial foods are linked to a variety of problems, including "hyper" behavior in some dogs. If your foster pup's diet contains low-quality ingredients, chemical preservatives, added sweeteners, or artificial colorings (particularly red dye), switch to a higher-quality food. Feed two meals a day, one in the morning and one at night, to avoid dramatic spikes or drops in the dog's blood sugar, which can cause moodiness and irritability. | * '''Diet:''' Poor-quality commercial foods are linked to a variety of problems, including "hyper" behavior in some dogs. If your foster pup's diet contains low-quality ingredients, chemical preservatives, added sweeteners, or artificial colorings (particularly red dye), switch to a higher-quality food. Feed two meals a day, one in the morning and one at night, to avoid dramatic spikes or drops in the dog's blood sugar, which can cause moodiness and irritability. |