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when to start feeding twice a day?

Posted : 11/24/2007 9:17:22 AM

my toy poodle puppy is just about 6 months old now, and weighs a little less than 6 pounds. i've been feeding him 3 times a day up until now. when should i start feeding him twice a day? i noticed he doesn't eat as much as he used to. he was neutered about 2 weeks ago, could that effect his appetite?

Luvntzus

Posted : 11/24/2007 9:23:52 AM

Usually 6 months old is when puppies' feeding gets cut back to twice a day. You'll know it's time when they start losing interest in one of the meals. So it looks like your guy is completely ready for 2 feedings a day! :)

Jewlieee

Posted : 11/24/2007 10:25:36 AM

Sounds like he's ready for 2 x per day. I actually fed my pup 2x per day from day 1

jennie_c_d

Posted : 11/24/2007 12:06:28 PM

I still feed 3-4 meals per day, and mine are adults. Meal time makes them SO HAPPY, so I spread out the happiness Smile . I also feel like eating more small meals maintains healthy weight, easier, and I feel like it better maintains the blood sugar (so there aren't the energy crashes that there would be if I fed them once a day).