Switching Your Puppy's Food

You will want to transition larger breed pups from puppy food sooner than you would a smaller breed. Puppy foods have a higher level of calcium in them than adult foods and it is the calcium that makes your pup’s bones grow faster. You will want to slow down the bone growth of larger breeds to prevent stress on the joints that can cause problems later in life. You will want to switch at approximately 3 to 4 months of age. Smaller to medium breeds can stay on longer, switching at six to nine months. It is best to consult your vet for information about your specific breed to know exactly when to switch to adult food.

How to Switch Your Puppy’s Food
If you wish to switch your dog’s food, you need to make a gradual change in order for your puppy to not end up with an upset stomach. Your food change should take approximately a week to ten days to occur. Start with feeding him his regular amount of puppy kibble and adding 5 to 10 pieces of the new food. Gradually increase the proportion of new food to old food until he is eating 100% new food.