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Puppy Feeding

Puppies need to be monitored closely the first few days in their new home to make sure they are eating and drinking properly. If your puppy stops eating or is just nibbling, you need to be prepared to prevent hypoglycemia. Having some baby food on hand (Gerber strained meat, chicken, veal or lamb), is something most all puppies will eat. If they won't eat the baby food, we suggest you get some Nutri-Cal (which can be purchased at your local pet store or at your vet's office) this is very helpful. Follow the directions on the tube, we also recommend you call your veterinarian. Feed your puppy quality food made for puppies and not adult dog food.  Puppy food is made to keep your puppy happy and healthy. It will also keep your puppy looking good, maintaining the health of their coat and teeth. We also suggest you don't change your puppy food or eating habits started by your breeder, during the first few weeks. Any changes made should be done over a gradual amount of time to prevent diarrhea and a upset digestive system. Your breeder should give you directions as to how this process needs to be done. We do not recommend that Shih Tzu puppies be fed table scraps, this can make them finicky eaters. It can also lead to food allergies and they won't get the proper nutrition they need to grow and continue to be happy, healthy puppies and dogs.

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