How Often Should You Feed a Three-Month-Old Dog?

Getting feeding right for puppies is important for good health.

Correct Feeding Is Important for Health

Correctly fed, a puppy will grow steadily into a healthy adult dog. Overfeeding and underfeeding are both detrimental to a puppy's health. Excess weight puts undue strain on growing bones and joints, contributing to health problems in the future. Underfeeding may lead to weight loss and poor development.

The Wrong Food Can Affect Growth

Choosing the correct food for a puppy is important. Manufacturers produce puppy formulas with the correct levels of protein to support healthy muscle and organ growth. Raised levels of essential vitamins and minerals compared with adult foods help build strong teeth and bones. Feeding home-cooked or adult formulas to a puppy might not provide sufficient nutrition for healthy growth and development.

Bottom Line

Follow the manufacturer's instructions and you cannot go too far wrong. Puppy formulas include recommended feeding rates on the pack. For a 3-month-old pup on dry food, this means feeding three to four meals a day.

References

• Purina: Feeding Your Puppy
• Bearadise Newfoundlands: General Care