Is milk replacer enough hydration for my puppy? Does he need water?

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Hi. I had a question, my puppy is on milk replacement and I wanted to know if i should start giving him water? Or does the milk replacement replace all that?

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

The milk replacer is all the pup needs until he starts eating solid food. There is enough water in the milk replacer. You can place a small amount of water in a flat dish and dip your finger in it. Then offer it to the pup to lick. That way the pup will start to learn how to lap water. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.

Is milk replacer enough hydration for my puppy? Does he need water?

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