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My young puppy looks bloated. What should I feed him and how often?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | 26 days old | 5 lbs

I have a Golden Retriever Puppy 25 days old.. Seems like he is becoming fat... Is there any bloating? Can u pleaae suggest what diet to follow and times per day?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 7th, 2019

We really don't worry about puppies getting fat, as their calories should not be restricted during this important time of growth. It could be that Jarvis's belly is due to intestinal worms, which are common in puppies. Please give him a deworming treatment. As for diet, he needs a puppy formulated food. I recommend giving him Royal Canin, Hill's Science Diet, Purina ProPlan, or Iams. There is a daily recommended allotment of food listed on each bag, and I would divide it into three equal portions to be fed once in the morning, once at noon, and once in the evening. Best of luck.

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