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What age can puppies start eating wet 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 3 week old puppies eat wet food?

Soft food generally is introduced into a puppy's diet around the 3- to 4-week mark, although milk still is a main part of her diet. The soft food you offer the puppy can be canned soft food or dry puppy food that has been soaked with water or milk replacement formula to make a gruel-like texture.

How do I introduce wet food to my puppy?

If you're thinking about switching to wet food, transition your dog's food gradually over several days, and slowly introduce him to wet food by feeding a little less of his dry food every day. If you immediately switch from dry food to wet food, your dog may have digestive problems.

Can I give my 1 month old puppy wet food?

Around 3 to 4 weeks of age, you might notice that your puppy is biting or chewing their bottle. This means they may be ready to begin eating soft or semi-solid food. You might need to mix formula with canned dog food occasionally when they first start eating.

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.

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