You are probably taking your puppy home at the age of 8 weeks (appropriate age). A puppy is generally able to progress from their mum’s milk to more solid food. A lot of breeders will already be feeding a natural diet before you take your puppy home. It is recommended that a puppy be transitioned to a natural diet as soon as their digestive system can cope. You may get some soft poo happening; however, this will disappear once their little tummy becomes adjusted.
If your puppy is on dry food, start transition slowly then increase gradually over 2 – 3 weeks. Puppies will adapt at their own pace. Be patient and watch their poos. Slow down the transition if necessary. Introduce proteins one at a time. That way you will know if there are any insensitivities to a particular protein. If your puppy has diarrhea for more than 3 days switch back to a food you know agrees with them. If they are lethargic, refuse to eat or show other signs of ill health, consult, and seek advice from your vet.
You can introduce another protein once their tummy has adjusted and then slowly add in further proteins. It’s important to give your puppy a complete and balanced diet to ensure you support their immune system and growing bodies. This is particularly important for larger breed puppies who will have special requirements to support and build their bones as they grow. Too much or too little calcium can cause issues as they grow.
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