According to the American Kennel Club, Labrador Retrievers are the most popular breed of dogs to own. It makes sense, given their sweet disposition, playfulness, and their great love of fetch.
But, like any family member, you need to care for them properly and you need to know how much to feed a lab puppy whether he or she is a 4 week old, 8 weeks old, 10 weeks old or 12-week old lab puppy.
Nutrition during puppyhood is one of the biggest influencers of your dog’s lifespan and development. Although pet nutrition is important throughout their lifespans, puppyhood is the most important of all.
Feed too much, and your adult Labrador will be prone to joint problems, feed too little, and puppies fail to realize their genetic potential.
If you have recently adopted or are considering adopting a lab puppy, you will need to make sure that you are taking careful care of your new addition.
This includes knowing how much to feed a lab puppy. Nutrition is so crucial to developing dogs as it increases their longevity and quality of life.
Why do 6 week old puppies sleep so much?
At six weeks, a puppy is still very much a baby and needs lots of deep sleep. At least 18 hours a day.
Your puppy sleeps best in a big heap with all her brothers and sisters, or snuggled up against her mother.
She uses that sleeping time to grow, mature, and develop her immunity.
Are 6 week old puppies weaned?
Many puppies are fully weaned onto solid food by about six weeks old.
They may still be suckling occasionally from their mother, but are no longer dependent on her for milk.
3 Month Old Lab Puppy Weight
By 3 months, your pup should weigh between 13 and 23 pounds. You will notice that the space between the two ranges increases and will continue to vary based on your dog’s individual size.
As long as your puppy is staying on his growth curve, your puppy should be growing well. Make sure that your puppy is consistently gaining and not plumping out or thinning. You should never be able to see your puppy’s ribs and his sides should not bulge.
FAQ
What should I expect from a 6 week old puppy?
Do puppies need milk after 6 weeks?
