How to Feed a Shih Tzu Puppy Human Food

Shih tzu puppies need a well-balanced diet in order to properly gain healthy weight when growing into adulthood. Not only does a good diet help your puppy gain weight, but it also prevents the onset of diseases such as diabetes. A healthy growing puppy needs a diet that's rich in protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and nutrients.

Things You'll Need

  • Meat (chicken, beef, pork)
  • Stove top pots
  • Vegetables (carrots, broccoli)
  • Rice or pasta
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Instructions

    • 1

      Visit the vet to ensure that your shih tzu is healthy and does not need specialized dog food.

    • 2

      Prepare the meat by boiling. Boil the meat for 6 to 8 minutes on a rolling boil to ensure it reaches the proper temperature and to remove any fat. Once the meat is done, chop it into pieces small enough for the puppy to chew or put the meat into a blender or food processor until it reaches your desired consistency.

    • 3

      Cook the vegetables (broccoli and carrots are said to be shih tzu favorites) and the starch (rice or pasta) according to the packaging instructions. If you're preparing homegrown or homemade products, a good rule of thumb is to cook until the food reaches an al dente texture.

    • 4

      Mix all the food together and place into the shih tzu's bowl, ensuring that the amount of food is proportioned to your puppy's age and weight. A shih tzu puppy should have 1 oz. of food per pound of body weight, but an adult should eat about 1/2 oz. per pound.

    • 5

      Place your puppy by the bowl to eat. Initially if it does not eat on its own, encourage the food by placing a small portion in your hand and allowing the puppy to taste it from your hand.