How to Feed & Care for a 3-Month-Old Puppy

Just like human babies, puppies need a lot of care and attention when they are very young. This care includes ensuring that they have enough nutrients necessary for growth and protecting them from diseases until their immune system fully develops. The amount of food and feeding times will vary based on the size of the puppy, as well as the age. Puppies require more frequent feeding as they have smaller stomachs but should not be given free access to food to prevent weight problems.

Things You'll Need

  • Dry puppy food
  • Food dispenser with a timer
  • Water
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Instructions

    • 1

      Feed the puppy 1 cup of dry puppy food in the morning when it first wakes up. If you have to leave for work, simply leave the food out if the puppy has not eaten all of it.

    • 2

      Feed the puppy an additional 1 cup of food approximately half way through the day. If you cannot be home to do this, purchase a food bowl with a timer that will automatically dispense the food.

    • 3

      Feed the puppy another 1 cup of food at night when you get home from work.

    • 4

      Provide fresh water for the puppy on a daily basis and refill the bowl throughout the day if necessary. Puppies tend to drink more than adult dogs because they are growing faster.

    • 5

      Take the puppy to a veterinarian for the proper vaccinations. At 3 months they should receive the second of their booster shots which protects them against distemper, hepatitis, canine parvovirus and rabies.