Most puppies are fully weaned from mother's milk between six and eight weeks. Once weaned, puppies should get three scheduled feedings a day. Make sure you know the total amount of food he needs per day based on his weight and divide that amount among the three feedings.
How many times a day should an 8 week old puppy eat?
After 8 weeks, you can feed your pup up to three times a day. You should continue to feed the same brand of puppy food as before. Sudden changes in food can cause an upset tummy, so if you are wanting to change foods, do so gradually.
Is it OK if my puppy only eats once a day?
You should always take your dog to the veterinarian if you have any concerns, especially if it's unusual for them to have a reduced appetite. Many dogs often only eat one meal a day, whereas, for others, this could be a new behavior indicating ill health. Other symptoms that would indicate a problem include: Vomiting.
How much and how often do you feed a 8 week old puppy?
When you first receive your 8 week old puppy you will be feeding him/her 3/4 of a cup 3 times a day (Purina Pro Plan Puppy food for Large Breed) soaked in hot water until it softens. Keep doing this for about 1 week, then taper off on time of soaking so eventually he/she will be eating dry food with a little water.
What times should I feed my 8 week old puppy?
The best time for your puppy's first meal is around 7 a.m., noontime for lunch, and 5 p.m. for dinner. The last meal should always be around 5 p.m. so that he will have ample time to digest his food and eliminate one last time before bedtime.
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