Since the pandemic, our journey with pet food has been a difficult one. After recipe changes with Royal Canin and recently finding mold in a bag of Purina food, we decided to switch to NutriSource.
You are not required to feed NutriSource in order to adopt one of our puppies. However, we do ask that you keep the puppy on its current food during the adjustment period, which is usually the first 2–3 weeks after coming home. This transition is already stressful for puppies, and changing food too quickly during this time can often cause digestive upset and stool problems.
When you are ready to switch foods, do so gradually over the course of about a week. Start by mixing a small amount of the new food with the current food. After a few days, feed a 50/50 mix, and by the final couple of days, transition mostly to the new food. A slow change helps avoid stomach issues and makes the process much easier on your puppy.
Choosing a quality food does not always mean choosing the most expensive one. Good nutrition and a healthy start can make a big difference in your puppy’s overall health and may help reduce future vet bills.
