Bringing home a French Bulldog puppy is exciting, but knowing exactly how often and how much to feed your Frenchie is essential for their health, growth, and routine. Below, you’ll find everything you need to confidently feed your puppy from day one, including schedules, portion tips, and expert recommendations.
How often and how much do I feed my Frenchie puppy? When you receive your new French Bulldog puppy, he/she will be accustomed to eating PawTree salmon, sweet potato, and pea all-life-stage kibble.
Because we feed more than one puppy at the same time (the rest of their littermates), and we never know who has eaten and who has not, we put a large bowl full of their puppy food in their kennel and let them eat as they desire. Since our kennels have a mesh floor covering half of the area, they relieve themselves during the day as needed.
We would advise that you feed your puppy three times a day: morning, noon, and evening, so that you can get them on a set schedule, which will make house training much easier.
Set their food out and let them eat all they want for 15 or 20 minutes. Then take the rest of it away. They will usually need a potty break within 30 minutes of when they finish eating. Make sure your Frenchie always has access to fresh water throughout the day.
Once your Frenchie is older, he/she can taper down to one or two feedings a day. Your vet can help you determine the frequency and amount you should be feeding your Frenchie based on the needs of your Frenchie, size (over/underweight), activity level, etc.
You can either feed him/her on a set schedule (which will help you know when he needs to poop) or you can have food available at all times. Just be sure to only give what he/she needs for that day, which can be adjusted based on the needs of your Frenchie.
There is a guide on the food bag that tells you how much to feed your puppy at a given weight. This is only a rough guide depending on activity level, etc., and you may need to decrease or increase the quantity based on how quickly your pup is gaining weight and whether he/she finishes all the food at one time. It’s hard to say exactly how much your Frenchie pup will need, but the recommended amounts on the bag will give you an idea of where to start.
We believe PawTree has wonderful products, and we recommend that you keep your puppy on one or more of their excellent products for life. These are all-life-stages products, so there is no need to start with puppy chow and then transition over to adult chow.
However, if you would like to use another high-quality chow, the transition should be made gradually so as not to upset your puppy’s digestive system, which could cause loose stool or diarrhea.
If you are feeding your Frenchie a high-quality chow, you can probably get by without special supplements. However, to be sure that your Frenchie is getting all of the nutrients he/she needs to maintain a strong, healthy body and good coat, we recommend giving him/her a NuVet tablet every day (we recommend 1/4 tablet per day for puppies under 3 months, 1/2 tablet per day for puppies up to 6 months, and then a whole tablet per day thereafter). Our Frenchies love them like they are treats. NuVet has made a noticeable improvement in our kennel, especially with our pregnant and whelping females.
We were told about this supplement by a breeder friend of ours who obtained fantastic results in her kennel by using this supplement every day with each of her dogs. She said she solved several problems (from skin rashes to low milk production in mothers, along with several other nagging health issues) when she started giving each dog in her kennel one of these supplements daily.
We believe you and your Frenchie will also benefit from these outstanding supplements, which you can find detailed under “Great Products.” When you use the number provided, you can purchase these supplements at a significantly discounted rate versus the retail cost.
It is also a great idea to give your Frenchie a good probiotic, regardless of what you are feeding them. This is great for their gut health. We were recently introduced to a wonderful pre- and probiotic from a new company (MaxiVet) called MaxiFlora. It is in soft tablet form, and our dogs take it like a treat. You can also find out more about this product on our website under Great Products, and you can order it on the link provided.
We believe so strongly in both NuVet Plus and MaxiFlora that we significantly increase our guarantee period if these products are used on a regular basis.
Creating a consistent feeding routine is one of the most important steps in raising a happy, healthy French Bulldog. By following a structured schedule, choosing high-quality food, and monitoring your puppy’s growth, you’ll set your Frenchie up for long-term success.
Frenchie puppies should be fed three times a day: morning, noon, and evening. This helps maintain steady energy levels and supports healthy digestion and growth.
The exact amount depends on your puppy’s weight, age, and activity level. Start with the feeding guide on your dog food bag, then adjust as needed based on how your puppy grows and whether they finish their meals.
It’s generally better to feed on a schedule rather than leave food out all day. Allow your puppy to eat for 15–20 minutes, then remove any leftovers. This helps with portion control and digestion.
Yes, but any change in food should be done gradually over several days to avoid upsetting your puppy’s digestive system. Sudden changes can lead to loose stools or discomfort.
Yes, having a consistent feeding schedule is highly recommended. It not only supports digestion but also helps establish routine and makes training and daily care much easier.
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