What Should 7-Week-Old Puppies Eat: Feeding Guide

Puppies are a lot like babies. They need to be fed and nurtured, and they’ll often eat just about anything they can get their paws on. But just because they’re cute doesn’t mean they should be given free choice to eat whatever they want. Giving your puppy the proper nutrition in their first seven weeks of life is crucial for strong and healthy growth.

What Are The Best Foods For A 7 Week Old Puppy

A 7-week-old puppy must be fed food that provides all of the nutrients that the puppy needs for proper growth and development. Puppy food is categorized into three: dry food, canned food, and treats or snacks.

Dry Food

Dry food is a great option for puppies because it’s highly digestible and can clean their teeth as they chew. You should always use a bowl, not a bag when you’re feeding dry food. This way your puppy will be able to get all of their food at once instead of having to paw at the bag repeatedly until they get enough out.

However, puppy dry food doesn’t provide much in terms of hydration so you’ll need to add some water or broth to their bowl when feeding them dry kibble to aid easy intake. If you want to save money on this type of food, consider buying cheaper brands that contain less filler material such as wheat bran or corn meal.

Here are some top-rated dry foods for a 7-week-old puppy you can select from:

Wellness Complete Health Natural Grain Free Small Breed Lamb & Barley Recipe Dry Dog
Purina Puppy Chow Complete Nutrition Adult Dog Food
Nutro Wholesome Essentials Natural Small Breed Puppy Food
Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small & Toy Breed Dry Dog Food
PetGuard Nutritionals Natural Puppy Formula Dry Dog Food

Canned Food

canned puppy food — Canned food for 7 weeks puppy

Canned food can be introduced into your puppy’s diet at around 7 weeks old. It contains more protein than dry food, which helps build muscle mass and promotes healthy bone development. It also contains more water than dry food, which helps keep your puppy hydrated during periods of growth when they may not be drinking enough water on their own (like when they’re sleeping).

Canned food is easy to digest as well, which makes it perfect for puppies. You can find canned food in most pet stores or online.

Here are the best canned puppy foods for 7 weeks puppy you can select from:

Royal Canin Puppy Appetite Stimulation Canned Dog
Blue Buffalo Homestyle Recipe Puppy Chicken Dinner with Garden Vegetables Canned Dog Food
Pedigree Chopped Ground Dinner with Chicken & Beef Puppy Canned Wet Dog Food
Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Chicken & Barley Entree Canned Dog Food
Wellness Complete Health Just for Puppy Canned

Treats or Snacks

Treats are another great way to reward your puppy. They’re yummy and will make him feel good about himself while helping build positive behaviors in the future. Treats should be given in moderation though—they have a lot of calories and fat content, so giving too many treats could upset their digestive system or cause weight gain if eaten too often (just like with humans).

Here are some of my favorite treats or snacks for 7 weeks puppy:

Puppy milk bone chews
Chicken jerky (make sure it’s all-natural)
Rawhide chews
Sweet potato jerky
Carrot
Eggs (boiled or scrambled)

Dry Food vs Canned Food

Canned food and dry food are both good options for your 5-week-old puppy, but there are some differences between them. Canned food has more water in it than dry food, which means that it can help your puppy stay hydrated when they are still learning to drink water by themselves. Dry food is easier to store than canned food since you don’t have to worry about keeping it refrigerated or making a mess when you open it up. Dry food also tends to be less expensive when compared with canned food.

How Much to Feed a Puppy Chart

This puppy growth chart shows the amount of food that a puppy needs to eat per day, depending on its age. It also includes information about which foods can be fed to puppies and which should not.

Dog Breed size	Age of puppy in months
	1 – 2	2 – 4	4- 6	6 – 8	10 – 12 months	Over 12 months
Toy	10 – 25 0z.	20 – 25 oz.	2 – 5 lbs.	5 – 7 lbs.	8 – 10 lbs.	11 – 12 lbs.
Small	2 – 7 lbs.	5 – 7 lbs.	9 – 16 lbs.	16 – 18 lbs.	20 – 22 lbs.	23- 25 lbs.
Medium	2.5 – 9 lbs.	6 – 9 lbs.	14 – 30 lbs.	30 – 35 lbs.	38 – 40 lbs.	43 – 45 lbs.
Large	6 – 19 lbs.	15 – 19 lbs.	25 – 55 lbs.	55 – 65 lbs.	66 – 70 lbs.	75 – 80 lbs.
Giant	7.5 – 25 lbs.	20 – 25 lbs.	45 – 75 lbs.	70 – 80 lbs.	82 – 90 lbs.	95 – 100 lbs.

Puppy Growth Chart

Feeding a 7-week-old puppy three to four times a day is the best way to ensure they get the nutrition they need. This should be divided into several meals throughout the day.

How Often To Feed A 7 Week Old Puppy

7-week-old puppies are still growing and developing, so they will require more calories than adult dogs. Puppies are very active in nature so he needs the energy from his food to support his body during playtime and exercise. You should feed your 7-week-old puppy at least 4 times per day.

Do not forget to feed your puppy in the same location every time. This helps him learn where he can find his food and that it will always be there when he wants it.

Here are some factors to consider when deciding how much to feed your puppy:

-Age: Your pup will grow at different speeds depending on his age. A young puppy will need more calories than an old dog, so don’t make assumptions about how much to feed based on age alone!

-Weight: Puppies gain weight faster than adults because they have more energy and are growing faster than their adult counterparts. If your pup is gaining a lot of weight rapidly, consider cutting back on his food intake or switching brands.

-Health condition: If your dog has any health problems—like fleas or worms—you may need to adjust his diet accordingly so that he doesn’t get sick or pick up any infections while eating less food than normal.

-Activity level: As your dog gets older, it will start engaging in more active activities—including running around and playing with other dogs in her pack. This means that it needs more food than a young pup does.

-What kind of environment they live in: If there’s lots of hot weather and little access to water, then their bodies will need more water than usual; conversely if there’s lots of cold.

Here are some tips on how often you should be feeding your 7-week-old puppy:

1) Start with small amounts of food and increase the amount every week. If they don’t seem interested in eating much, try mixing in some water instead of kibble.

2) Try different kinds of food so your puppy isn’t getting bored with just one type of treat. For example, try feeding them canned meat or pieces of chicken instead of kibble for variety.

3) Make sure their bowls are always full so they don’t get hungry quickly when you’re not around!

If they’re spending all day playing outside, then they’ll need more food than if they spend most of their time sleeping or hiding under your bed! The amount of exercise also plays into how much food is needed.

Foods To Avoid Feeding Your 7-Week-Old Puppy

There are some that your pup should avoid at this age, as they are not good for them. They Are:

-Dairy products: These are not good for dogs because they lack the enzymes needed to break them down. The result is diarrhea, bloating, and other digestive issues.

-Grapes, raisins, or currants: These fruits have been linked with kidney failure in dogs.

-Raw bones: Raw bones can splinter and cause cuts and infections in your pet’s mouth. Never give them raw chicken or turkey bones, either.

-Onions and garlic: These are toxic to dogs, so it’s best not to give them onions or garlic unless you absolutely know what you’re doing (and if so, we hope you share).

-Avocado: Avocados can cause pancreatitis in dogs and should therefore not be given to them until the age of 12 months at least.

-Chocolate: Chocolate contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs. It can even be fatal in large doses.

Do 7 Week Old Puppies Need Milk Or Water?

Puppies need both milk and water for their development. Puppies are born with a highly efficient digestive system, so they can digest everything that their mother eats. However, after 7 weeks of age, the puppies’ intestinal tracts have developed enough to begin absorbing nutrients from solid foods. In order to ensure proper growth and development of the pup, you should give them both milk and water.

What Is The Best Time Of Day To Feed A Dog?

There is no “best time” to feed your dog. However, it is best to feed dogs early enough in the morning. Feeding dogs late can frustrate the dog and make it eat anything that comes its way. So to avoid your dog eating unwanted food items or poisons, feed your dog early enough in the morning, possibly as soon as you wake up.

Final words

You don’t want to overfeed them or underfeed your puppy. You also don’t want to feed something that will upset their stomach. If you’re unsure about what kind of diet is best for your dog, consult with your veterinarian or local pet store owner who can give recommendations regarding what foods are best suited for their breed type and lifestyle (indoor vs outdoor).