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Originally Posted by fannie  I would definitely introduce food to them. I do my weaning a little different than most. I let the mom self-wean them and I leave her food available to the puppies at all times. I don't even soften it. They don't have a problem with it by the time they are really ready to eat it. I keep my pregnant and nursing moms on Royal Canin Starter. I'm not sure if it's called that in the stores though... I think it's Baby dog? I get mine from a supplier in huge bags and it's labeled differently. I have given canned food before and it resulted in the runs so that's why I quit doing that. |
Thank you for the info. I think I am going to soften the puppy kibble that I have been feeding the Mom and see if they like it. I may mix a little soft puppy food in to it for flavor. Thank you for your response!