Board-certified small animal veterinarian Dr. Todd L Prince earned his DVM from the University of Illinois. Dr. Todd Prince has held Diplomate status with the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners since 1993 and possesses over two decades of experience treating dogs at all stages of life.
Young dogs require a protein-rich, high-fat diet to support their rapid growth. Until the age of one, puppies should only eat specially formulated food. Puppies benefit from a mix of dry and moist food, which is easy to digest and keeps teeth clean. For the first five months of life, puppies need a proportionally large amount of food to fuel their development. Owners should feed their young dogs several times a day and vary the amount they give based on their pet’s age and weight. If owners are concerned that their puppy is eating too much or too little, they can visit the veterinarian who will identify the dog’s body conditioning score and determine if the animal is under or overweight. Comments are closed.
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