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if i give my puppy goats milk is that ok
Lauren -
Is your puppy having trouble digesting a regular diet? What are your reasons for feeding your puppy milk? Generally a commercial diet for puppies is adequate to ensure proper growth and nutritive value.
Milk is not recommended for puppies that are not nursing. Milk replacer is needed for puppies that are unable to nurse from their mother. Goat's milk (or cow's milk) is usually not recommended. A diet of a high quality puppy food will help your dog to grow strong because it should provide him with the minerals and vitamins necessary.
Best Regards,
Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
Expertise
General questions about the care and diseases of small animals
Experience
I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years;
Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years
Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association
American Association of Feline Practitioners
Association of Shelter Veterinarians
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University
Extensive CE in Feline Medicine
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