When to switch my 1-year-old mixed dog from puppy to adult food?

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Panda will be one year old on the 4th October because he is shih tzu border collie cross he is still on puppy food when is is OK to change to adult also does too much protein make them hyperactive . He has recently just had a growth spurt but his wrists are smooth but I am unsure when its right to stop puppy due to mix he is still entire and won't be done till 18 months due to mix . Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 11 months and 22 days old

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

You can monitor his growth and weight and when he has reached maturity then you can switch him to an adult dog food. Probably between 12 and 16 months of age. Gradually switch him to the new food as diet change can cause gastric upset. Too much protein should not make him hyperactive.

When to switch my 1-year-old mixed dog from puppy to adult food?

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