How often should puppies be fed per day?

Puppies should eat three times a day from weaning through four to six months, if possible. After six months, twice-a-day feedings are fine. But if you're not able to feed your pup three times a day, don't worry. Buffington says puppies can adapt.

What are the best times to feed a 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.

How often should you feed an 8 week old puppy?

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.

How much should puppies be fed per day?

Puppies should be fed three to four times a day therefore if you are currently feeding ¾ a cup of puppy food twice a day you should consider spacing it out by feeding ½ cup three times a day.

Should I feed my puppy every 4 hours?

Puppies less than two weeks of age should be fed every 3-4 hours. Puppies two to four weeks of age do well with feedings every 6-8 hours.

Should puppies be fed 2 or 3 times a day?

For the first few months of a puppy's life, they will need small meals of food throughout the day as they transition from their mother's milk to solid food. Starting around four months, puppies can begin eating about three times a day, and after that, puppies will quickly graduate to twice-a-day feedings.

How long do puppies need 3 feeds a day?

When to feed your puppy Depending upon your pet's age, breed and size we recommend feeding 4 meals a day up until 4 months of age. This can be reduced to 3 meals per day up until 6 months and then 2 meals until your dog is an adult.

How much should a puppy eat chart?

Weight of Dog6-12 Weeks8-12 Months3 – 5 lbs1 – 1 1/3 cup1/2 – 2/3 cups5 – 10 lbs1 1/3 – 2 1/2 cups2/3 – 1 cups10 – 20 lbs2 1/2 – 4 cups1 – 2 cups20 – 30 lbs4 – 5 3/4 cups2 – 2 3/4 cups

How often should 6 week old puppies eat?

By six weeks, your puppy should be fully weaned and eating puppy food. At this age, your puppy feeding schedule should involve feedings two to four times a day, depending on the breed.