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Should my 19-week-old pug puppy be on an all life stages dog food?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | unspayed | 2 lbs

Is it okay if I put my 19 week old pug on a all life stages diet?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on March 22nd, 2019

All lifestages pet foods are formulated to meet growth requirements but it may not be as dialed in as a puppy formula. Puppy formula will generally also contain DHA to support brain and nervous system development and this may not be found in an all life stage diet. In general I recommend to feed a puppy formula to all puppies. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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