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How do I safely transition my puppy from Cerelac to dry kibble?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 2 days old | 4 lbs

how do i transition my puppy's diet from cerelac to kibble starter? Internet says do it slowly but how exactly? pls tell in detail.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 27th, 2018

To help Tobi wean and to get used to dry food, I would soak a high quality puppy formulated dry food in warm water until soft. Then mix that with the cerelac to make a mush the consistency of oatmeal. Over the next two weeks, gradually increase the amount of dry puppy food and decrease the amount of water and cerelac you use until he is eating the dry puppy food only. Best of luck.

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