In summary, your puppy can survive without eating for up to 5 hours when he is between 4 to 7 weeks, but we do not recommend your pup waiting this long as they are going through a developmental period. If your puppy is between 6 to 8 weeks old, he can survive without eating for up to 8 hours.
Should I wake my 8 week old puppy to eat?
If your 8 to 10-week-old pup's daytime nap causes them to go longer than 4 or 5 hours without eating, it's a good idea to wake them up for food. During the night they can go longer as this is when they'll sleep the longest, but you can bet that they'll wake up ready for breakfast!
Can an 8 week old puppy go all night without water?
As a rule of thumb, remove the food and water bowls about two-to-three hours before bedtime. So, if your lights-out time is at 11 p.m., a puppy should have no food or water after about 8–8:30 p.m. This gives you a chance to take him out for a one last potty break before settling in for the night.
How often do 8 week puppies need to eat?
8+ weeks. 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.
Should I worry if my puppy is not eating?
Like humans, it's not unusual for a dog to lose its appetite once in a while. But if your dog is refusing to eat, it could be a sign of a deeper problem. Any sudden loss of appetite that is out of character for your dog and lasts longer than a meal or two requires veterinary attention—sooner if your puppy acts sick.
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