My 5-month-old puppy keeps eating adult dog food. Is it safe?

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My puppy is 5 mos old, and he keeps eating his brother food and it's adult food, is it going to harm him? I have tried to make him stop but he won't he seeks and get pieces when he can. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 13 days old | 1lb

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

No that is not a problem. All dog foods are acceptable for puppies even if it says adult food. On small dogs I often gradually switch them to adult food when they are 6-9 months old as they are almost full grown by then. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Phoenix.

My 5-month-old puppy keeps eating adult dog food. Is it safe?

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