You should feed your puppy multiple times a day, with the frequency decreasing as they grow older:
- From about 8 weeks (weaning) until 3-4 months old, feed your puppy 4 meals a day or even up to 4-6 meals when very young (around 2 months)
- From 3-4 months until 6 months, reduce to 3 meals a day
- After 6 months, feed your puppy 2 meals a day (morning and evening)
This schedule helps manage their fast metabolism and supports healthy growth. It is important to space meals evenly throughout the day and maintain a consistent routine to aid digestion and training
. Once your puppy reaches maturity (around 1 year for most breeds, longer for large breeds), you can transition to adult dog food and feed once or twice daily depending on your dog's needs
. In summary:
Age Range| Number of Meals per Day
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8 weeks to 3-4 months| 4 meals
3-4 months to 6 months| 3 meals
Over 6 months| 2 meals
After maturity| 1-2 meals (adult feeding)
Always follow feeding guidelines on your puppy’s food label and consult your vet to adjust amounts and schedule based on your puppy’s breed, size, and growth
. Avoid leaving food down all day to prevent overeating
. This feeding frequency supports healthy growth and development in puppies
