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Is 22% protein and 12% fat puppy food adequate for puppy growth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | spayed | 5 years old | 17 lbs

Thank you Jessica for your answer! The same company makes a puppy formula that 22% protein and 12% fat. Is this suitable for puppies or do they need more protein and fat? I just want to know for when a get a puppy next.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on June 28th, 2017

Puppies will need a higher protein and fat percentage compared to an adult dog as they are still growing, and so put the extra calories to use. Foods for puppies will often be labeled as a puppy formula or for "all stages of growth" when looking for the correct formulation for a puppy. Glad I could help!

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