How to Feed a Puppy: The Ultimate Wolfworthy Puppy Feeding Guide
Feeding your puppy the right way from day one is one of the most important things you can do for their health. Whether you're weaning your puppy onto solid food or transitioning from the food they came home with, this easy-to-follow guide will help you feed your puppy with confidence.
🏡 Start with Familiar Food to Reduce Stress
When your puppy first comes home, everything is new. To reduce stress and avoid upset stomachs, start with the puppy food your breeder provided. Gradually introduce Wolfworthy once they’ve settled in.
How to Calculate Your Puppy’s Daily Food Amount
To feed your puppy the right amount, you first need to know their expected adult weight - this is the starting point for all feeding recommendations.
🐾 How to Estimate Adult Weight:
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Ask your breeder for your puppy’s expected adult size
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If they’re unsure, ask for the weights of the parents
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Check breed club websites or use breed average calculators
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For mixed breeds, the weight of the parents is your best guide
👉 Need help working it out? Read our guide: How Big Will My Puppy Grow
Understanding the Puppy Feeding Chart
Once you’ve calculated the expected adult weight, the feeding chart will guide you in how much to feed your puppy each day based on their current weight.
Here's how to use it effectively:
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Weigh your puppy weekly to stay accurate
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Start at the lower end of the feeding range to avoid overfeeding
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Use a digital kitchen scale to measure food precisely
👣 Weighing tip: Step on the scale alone, then step on again while holding your puppy. Subtract the two to get your puppy’s weight.
📍 Use our Puppy Feeding Guide to find the correct daily amount based on your puppy's current weight, age, and their expected adult weight. For extra help, watch the video below.
How to Switch Your Puppy to Wolfworthy Dry Food
Switching from Dry or Wet Puppy Food
Transition slowly over 14 days:
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Days 1–4: 25% Wolfworthy with 75% current food
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Days 5–8: 50% Wolfworthy with 50% current food
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Days 9–13: 75% Wolfworthy with 25% current food
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Day 14: 100% Wolfworthy
Switching from Raw Puppy Food
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Days 1–3: Use Wolfworthy as treats
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Days 4–7: Replace one meal with Wolfworthy
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Days 8–13: Aim for the majority Wolfworthy our suggestion is 75% dry and 25% raw
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Day 14: 100% Wolfworthy
💧 Raw-fed puppies may drink more when switching to dry food - that’s normal.
Do I Need to Soak Dry Puppy Food?
No soaking needed! All Wolfworthy recipes are grain-free and made with real meat or fish, so they’re ready to eat just as they are. Puppies love the texture and crunch. You can also hand-feed individual pieces as part of early training and bonding.
Puppy Feeding Schedule by Age
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Under 4 months: 4 meals/day
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4–6 months: 3 meals/day
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6+ months: 2 meals/day
Split the total daily feeding amount into even meals throughout the day.
What If My Puppy Doesn’t Eat All Their Food?
Some puppies aren't food motivated. Try this:
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Double-check portion sizes using the guide
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Use a puzzle toy (Kong, Snuffle Mat, Dog Tornado)
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Turn meals into games - they’ll love the challenge!
🎥 See Mylo enjoying his meals on Instagram!
Keep an Eye on Your Puppy’s Weight and Tummy
Puppies grow fast and often in little spurts - so it’s a good idea to weigh them once a week to make sure you're feeding the right amount.
It’s tempting to guess or just add a bit more as they grow, but it’s best to avoid guessing food amounts. Always use the chart and a scale to keep things accurate.
Feeding too much can lead to soft poos, so stick to the guide and adjust based on your puppy’s current weight.
When to Switch to Adult Dog Food
Your puppy needs fewer calories when they stop growing rapidly. Look for these signs:
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Leaving food behind
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Gaining too much weight
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Softer stools
General age guide for switching:
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Small breeds: ~9 months
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Medium breeds: ~12 months
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Large/Giant breeds: ~18 months
📍 Use our Adult Feeding Guide to adjust slowly to adult portions.
Need More Puppy Feeding Help?
Our Help Page is full of expert advice on puppy nutrition, feeding tips, and answers to the most common questions about dry food for puppies.
