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How long do I keep my baby boy on puppy food?

Hey Guys,

My baby boy, Hamish, is not such a baby anymore! Can't believe it will be his first birthday next month! Do you guys have any suggestions on how much longer I should keep him on puppy food? I've heard so many contradictory opinions at this stage that I'm totally confused!

Thanks, Kerrin

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MY DARLING HAMISH BOY

What a cutie!

I remember those days.  Some people say to take them off early (like 4 mos) and so I think I would take him off now and gradually introduce a good quality adult dog food.  I think it is a protein issue and they don't need all the protein that is in a puppy food.  He looks like a sweetie!

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  Miss you sweet boy Otie (July 29, 2013)

 

 

I am in the

process of making the switch right now... Fred just turned a year old and we are now switching him!!

PS

He is SOOOOOOOOO Cute!!!

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6 months ago

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Well actually puppy food

is not necessary. A good all life stages is fine with this breed. Most reputable breeders will say 4 months adult food with a protein level at or below 25%.

I've never feed puppy food after 4/5 months with any of mine.

Phoebe was on adult food from the day she came home and

has done well on it all along. 

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Thanks

Thanks so much for all your help :) Any specific brands?? He's currently on Akana...

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MY DARLING HAMISH BOY