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At what age can puppies eat wet dog food?

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At 8 weeks old you can start feeding your pup wet dog food. Your puppy still has soft teeth, which can make wet food a better choice. Pups at this stage are finally transitioning from their mothers milk to solid food and wet dog food is perfect for this, as dogs often find it more palatable and easier to eat.


Can puppies eat normal wet dog food?

There's certainly nothing toxic about adult dog food, and your puppy won't become sick from eating the odd bowl of kibble or stealing morsels from his big-brother's dish (aside, potentially, from some minor digestive upset). However, long-term damage can result from a steady diet of adult dog food.

Should puppies eat dry or wet food?

Young puppies usually find it easier to chew and swallow wet food, so it's good for fussy eaters. Why not mix the two? Mixing dry and wet food is popular because it combines the benefits: helping to maintain healthy teeth and good urinary tract health.

Can a 6 week old puppy eat wet food?

Puppies are typically fed 4 evenly sized meals a day. If you choose to feed your puppy dry food, you will need to soften it with some warm water or wet food until they are about 9-12 weeks old.

Can 4 week old puppies eat wet food?

From 3-to-4 weeks of age, a puppy begins eating wet or dry dog food as he is weaned from his mother's milk during the next few weeks. At 4-weeks-old, you'll need to provide your pup with some puppy-specific food along with some formula to ensure he gets the nutrition he needs.

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