![]() As mentioned above, raw meat and bones carry bacteria that can make both animals and humans ill and so are not recommended. Other foodsĬooked meat such as boiled chicken or lamb may be offered occasionally, but ensure there are no cooked bones, onions/onion sauces or other toxic substances present (see below). You should always supervise your puppy when they are eating raw bones. Always supervise your puppy when they are eating bones. Ask your butcher for non-bone chewy alternatives such as cow hearts. Avoid large hard marrow bones, T-bones, ‘chop’ bones (e.g., lamb cutlets), large knuckle bones or bones sawn lengthwise. The bone must be large enough so that the puppy cannot fit the whole bone in their mouth or swallow the bone whole. If you do choose to offer bones to your puppy, they should always be raw and introduced gradually. Read the article Should I feed my dog bones? for more information. – the global Veterinary Oral Health Council lists dental products that meet standards for safety and reducing plaque/tartar.īones and raw meat are not recommended as they can break teeth and cause internal blockages, raw bones also carry bacteria that can make both animals and humans ill. Introducing puppy-specific chew toys and healthy chewable treats can alleviate “teething” issues and train your pet’s attention away from gnawing on household items. Teethingīetween four to six months of age, the permanent teeth appear and grow rapidly. Take your puppy to their vet regularly they can weigh your pup, assess your pup’s body condition score and provide advice.įresh drinking water must be available at all times but do not offer your puppy milk as this can cause gastrointestinal upsets. Your vet will be able to advise you on how much and what to feed your puppy. Research indicates that overfeeding puppies (particularly large and giant breeds) can predispose them to muscle and bone problems. It is important not to underfeed or overfeed puppies. Puppies should be offered food at least 4 times per day to begin with, gradually reducing the number of meals as they grow (adult dogs should be fed at least twice per day to help avoid bloat, which can be fatal). By reading the label, you can check that it complies with the Australian Standard for the Manufacturing and Marketing of Pet Food AS 5812:2017. The basis of your puppy’s diet should be a high quality balanced premium commercial puppy food that is appropriate for their life stage and health status. The following information is general advice, but as each dog is an individual, seek veterinary advice, particularly if your puppy has any special dietary needs or has a reaction to a standard diet. In the wild, when young dogs are old enough (around 7-8 weeks old) they start to eat on their own whilst simultaneously decreasing the amount of milk they suckle from their mother. ![]() Wild dogs feed their young with prey animal carcases. Puppies naturally wean off their mother’s milk at around 8-12 weeks of age. Puppies are largely carnivores but will also eat some plant-based foods. ![]()
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