Puppy Articles

Wondering how long to feed puppy food and when to switch to adult dog food? Purina’s experts explain when dogs are ready for adult food and how to make the transition a smooth one for your pup.

“What can puppies eat?” “Can I feed my puppy adult dog food?” “What food is the best for puppies?” New puppy owners may find themselves asking these questions and more. Making sure your puppy has all the nutrition he needs is one of the most important things you can do to help him grow into a strong, healthy dog.

Puppies require nutritionally complete and balanced, regular meals in order for your puppy to grow and develop. Let’s take a look at puppy nutrition together: what to feed, when to feed and when to switch to an adult food.

Knowing how much to feed your puppy can be challenging. Let’s walk through the main determining variables like age, breed size, activity level, and current weight that determine how many calories your puppy needs.

Sometimes puppies can be finicky eaters, but other times serious health issues could be at play. Let’s check into how your puppy is responding to dry dog food.

New puppy owners often ask, “Does my puppy need shots and when should they get them?” Read this puppy vaccination schedule to learn which shots your puppy needs.

Your puppy’s diet should be complete and balanced with a food formulated to meet his nutritional needs. A quality puppy food will support his growth and development during his first one to two years of life.

Many new puppy owners wonder how often puppies should eat. The frequency of feedings depends on your puppy’s age. Find out how often to feed a puppy from Purina’s experts.