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What should I feed my 5 lb Chihuahua puppy and what treats are safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 17 days old | 5 lbs

What is the best type of food and treats for my 5 lb Chihuahua?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 6th, 2019

Commercial diet of good quality (Royal Canin or Hill's puppy food) is the best option up to twelve months of age. Then you can switch to adult food. Feed her twice daily. As treats it would be ideal to use vegetables like carrots for example. These would be very healthy and not fat at all.

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