Is it OK to change a puppy’s food?
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Is it OK to change a puppy’s food?
If at all possible, stick to that food for at least two weeks; a change in diet can easily upset your dog’s stomach. Dogs digest food differently than humans, and changes in diet can cause diarrhea and other digestive issues.
How long will puppy have diarrhea after switching food?
When you change your dog’s food it can take a few days for your dog’s digestive system to fully adapt to the new food. It is recommended that you slowly change your dog’s food from one source to another by mixing the two together equally and then slowly decrease the amount of the first food.
How long does it take for a puppy to get used to new food?
How long does it take a puppy to adjust to a new food? Speaking from experience, puppies can take anywhere from a few days to two weeks until they get used to their new food. Of course, if you have a puppy with a sensitive stomach, it might be longer five to six weeks at most.
What to do if you switch your dog’s food too fast?
Your dog may throw up once or several times depending on what they have eaten and how sensitive they are. If you changed your dog’s food suddenly and now they are vomiting, give them free access to water, but do not give them any food for a couple of hours** to let their stomach rest and recover