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nanney1 - Thanks! I guess I need to beef up my knowledge of puppy food - can anyone give me the recommend percentages of protein, fat, calcium, etc. for good puppy food? TIA. --shinbone I don't know that anyone is in complete agreement on recommended percentages of Protein/fat. I think the minimum ...

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shinbone wrote:Why avoid grain-free while a puppy? Is the grain-free just too rich?

--shinbone

Some of the grain free foods are higher in calcium than what is recommended for a growing, large breed pup.

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Of the ones you mentioned, the only one I have tried was Innova. Good food, very pricey. But didn't find it better than anything else I tried. It seems that Orijen is a very popular high end premium food, although many who use it for their adults, won't feed it to a growing large breed puppy. I woul...

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Shinbone,

Tell us what foods are readily available in your area and within your budget. I'm sure someone on here will have some experience with those foods and can offer an opinion.

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Buster is staying. Kids are too attached at this point. Even though he's only 10lbs and a baby, he's a rambunctious little dog with a bulldog mentality. I'm afraid he's going to end up as my "Marley" dog and be very destructive. After a couple of days, my Bernese female has warmed up to his antics a...

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Well.... right now his name is Buster. We've had him four days, named him, and taken him to the vet. Spent the last three days looking for someone to take him while trying to get him adjusted to our home. Now, we've got three different people willing to take him. Isn't that how it works? Once you ge...

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Took him to my vet yesterday. Judging by his teeth, he was guesstimated to be around 10 weeks old, and very healthy with the exception of the worms. He was dewormed with prescription strength meds that will hopefully clear up the worms and given his first set of shots. Weighed in at a little over 10...

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Was out at the local ballpark throwing batting practice to my son this weekend. Someone drove up, set out a puppy and drove off. We brought him home and will probably keep him. I'm guessing he's around 6 weeks old He's got worms so I went to Petsmart and got this: http://www.petsmart.com/product/ind...

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Anyone have any experience with this food. I ran into a local feed store just to see what they were carrying. They had a large pallet of The Pride in the black bag 24/20 Porcine based food. I asked the price and was told $18.99 for the $50 lb bag. The lady at the counter said they sold a lot of it. ...

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Kind of an odd question, but I thought I'd give it a try. I have a young female Bernese that has always had a broad rib cage and loose skin. I've worked hard to keep her lean. You can easily feel ribs and some backbones and she has a visible tuck. Dog is just under 2 years old. However, she has a lo...

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Use an undercoat rake daily during times of heavy shedding. During the heavy shed, rinse the dog with warm water, completely soaking him, once per week. Dry completely, with a dryer if possible, and use the undercoat rake again. Another thing to consider... if your dog is an indoor dog, then they te...

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For those that compete in conformation, what is a typical price for a show quality GSP pup from a conformation breeder. What is a typical price of a show quality pup from DC lines. Just looking for a range.

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RGD, are you conducting an experiment to determine the top Setter breed? Or could you just not decice which you liked best and had to get all three?

Maybe you need a Red and White to add to the mix....

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O.K. I know what the hip extended view x-ray looks like. It is a single radiograph showing both hips. But, for elbows, is it one x-ray showing both elbows?.... or two individual x-rays of each elbow? For OVC certification, it clearly says of each elbow. From OFA's FAQ, it seems to also require a rad...

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Research never "proves'" anything. It simply continues the conversation. The result of this study is that it will be critiqued in peer review, possibly replicated, and similar experiments with different variables will be conducted. In the end, it will give pet owners, breeders, and vets more informa...

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Just dropped by the TSC during my lunch break. Diamond Hi-Energy is still $23.99 for a 50lb bag. I go in there about once a week so I'll check back and see if it drops.

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Ezzy: I have some questions regarding the Diamond Hi Energy. I believe you were previously feeding the Greed Bag 26/18 Premium. Is that correct? From the Diamond website, the Premium is listed as having 435 kcal per cup while the Hi-Energy is listed as having 400 kcal per cup. I know that kcal per c...

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It's been over 10 years ago, but I did try it for around a year. Chicken backs, chicken necks, turkey necks, leg quarters, some organ meat, and juiced veggies with pulp. With one dog it was o.k., but with two, it was a pain. Eventually ended up with three dogs but had discontinued the RAW diet by th...

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Noticed today that my local Tractor Supply is now carrying Sportsmix. They had the 26/18 mini chunk, the 24/20, and one other formula, maybe puppy?

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Yeah, I'm a little bit weary as to when to apply the Frontline. Clear weather today and tomorrow, but rain in the forecast for tomorrow evening and all day the following day and into the next. I thought you were not supposed to wash the dog or allow it to get wet for two days following application. ...

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Good point on the tapeworms Knine.

That serves to jog my memory. Late in the summer, I noticed some tapeworms and used an oral dewormer (Safeguard I believe) and it worked quickly. Looking back, I should have realized that fleas were a potential problem and started preventative at that point.

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Just got back from Tractor Supply. While on lunch break I picked up a three month supply of Frontline Plus for $48.99. Saved a whole dollar in comparison to the local feed store closer to home. But it was a bigger savings than I could have imagined. While checking out, an older gentleman noted that ...

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Curious about them in the house??? Wouldn't we see them or have flea bites on our ankles? Just wondering?

I know they're small, but can't you see them fly around and jump?

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My dog has never been on any flea/tick preventative and we have not had problems with either in the 15 years that we have owned dogs in the same location. Current temps this time of year hover around 50 F during the day to around or just below freezing overnight. Recently (over the last 3-4 months),...

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O.K, here are a few ideas.... 1. Maybe you're feeding too much and she can't hold it all. 2. Does she eat too fast? You could put a good size rock in the middle of her bowl to slow her down. 2. Maybe she's drinking too much water after eating, so maybe keep the water away for a little while. 3. Mayb...

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Yeah, I would also start the diet of rice and hamburger. But, you're in a tricky situation regarding when to go to the vet. Normally, you could wait a day or two and see if she improves, however, with Christmas on Friday, you need to check your Vet's holiday schedule and availability. If dehydration...

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I've read that mushers add fish meal to the water to get their dogs to drink more.

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This has nothing to do with hunting dogs... just another conversation with a professional conformation handler who owns, breeds, and shows the same breed that I own, Bernese Mountain Dogs. In addition to Bernese, she boards and handles other breeds that she takes on the road to the shows. She curren...

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How long does it take to receive OFA x-ray results? I've read 2-3 weeks and the last time I submitted any was 1997 and I think it took 3 weeks. I've read it could be 5-8 weeks if they are backed up. What's been the experiences among those who have sent them in?

Also, how long for PennHip?

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Calcium supplementation was once recommended but is not now, or at least it is no longer agreed upon.

Google this phrase and make your own decision: supplement calcium for a pregnant bitch

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I was at a small, UKC conformation show this weekend and happened to overhear a couple of exhibitors discussing food ringside. The Chessie exhibitor (who was very loud) said that she fed RAW, usually chicken or ground beef. The Northern Chinook lady said that she didn't have time with all of her dog...

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Authority is the house brand at Pestmart. They used to promote it as "oven baked" at lower temps which is supposed to increase nutrient availability or something along those lines.

In looking at the bag, I didn't see oven baked listed but it still may be. I've looked at it before but never purchased.

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Give her a little extra kibble and add a little canned food to the kibble. Gradually increase the amount. The canned will add extra calories and should entice her to eat more and she should gain weight. Or you could try Satin Balls as a treat or add to the diet. Or you could try frozen Bil-Jac as a ...

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Sharing a few grapes shouldn't be a big deal, but they are toxic to dogs. A good number might give your dog upset stomach or make them sick. Raisins are much more dangerous and concentrated.

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Sharon wrote:I wouldn't mind that. Here they are eating cats and dogs under 35 pounds. But we have to learn to live together don't forget. :roll:

How large are the coyotes in your area? I was thinking that coyotes were usually 30-40lbs in my area of North Carolina. Maybe 45-50 for a really big one.

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I'm no expert, but those look good.

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Before you give your pregnant bitch any more calcium, Google this phrase: giving calcium supplements to pregnant dog

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Hey Chip,

I'm "curious as to why" you or your father didn't feed Purina?

Also, are you referring to any and all dog kibble made by Purina or specifically Purina Dog Chow, Pro Plan, or some of the other name brands such as Purina One, Beneful, etc.....???

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I have Bernese Mountain Dogs, and while a large breed, they have tight flews and don't drool. However, my young female will drool a large amount if I take her to our local dog park. She becomes very excited as we get to the parking area and once she enters, she puts her nose to the ground and starts...

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I have always heard or read that intact females will blow their coats after each heat cycle. Though I'm not sure how soon thereafter --- a week, two weeks or a month??? However, I have found that the dogs that I have owned typically grown their coat up until around May. Then they go on a gradual she...

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Cost - at my local Petsmart in NC, the cost was $47 for a 35lb bag, though $5 off coupons were easy to come by from the rep giving away samples and coupons. I know since I've received multiple samples and coupons. This week the newly redesigned 30lb bag with "20lbs of chicken per bag" was $44. Most ...

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I have called Bil-Jac a time or two to ask about questions. Here's one interesting tidbit. If you look at the ingredient list there is one thing missing. Take a look. There is no fat listed in the ingredient list. Their explanation is that they use so much fresh chicken that they don't have to add a...

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Was walking around Petsmart and noticed that Bil-Jac had upgraded :lol: the look of their Bil-Jac Select dry dog food. It now had some yellow trim on the bag and said Select Adult. Upon further inspection, the bag had shrunk from 35lbs to 30lbs. But here is the really interesting part... Prominently...

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Just for fun, I went to my local grocery store to check on the price of lard. $9.99 for an 8lb tub. I'm sure that would go a long way if only added by the spoonful here and there to the dog food. While there, I cruised the meat aisle and noticed their special this week. Whole chickens for $.49 per p...

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For what it's worth...When my in-laws are out of town, I take care of their pets. Their dog is an Australian Shepherd/Blue Heeler mix. She's typical of what you might expect, a bundle of energy and full of run. They feed her Beneful which looks like little bones and green peas and whatever. Not what...

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O.K. how much protein is too much? I'm not sure any amount is too much as long as everything balances out in the long run. Say you feed a dog fresh chicken breast with the bone and fat removed. Basically protein and water. Is this o.k.??? Well, yes for a day or two or maybe even a week. You could de...

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I have never tried the Hi Energy 24/20 though it is fairly popular. In reading various threads on various boards, it goes both ways. Some folks like it while others do not. Large mushy piles is a common complaint. Over the years I've tried various Diamond products and have called the company at vari...

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Just curious as to how anyone would know that chicken is really not the number one ingredient in Pro Plan Performance due to the water weight reduction after cooking???? I understand how someone could assume it is the case, but.....Unless you know how much fresh chicken is included in their recipe, ...

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Sal,

It wasn't in the butcher's case. It was on a styrofoam tray and wrapped in clear plastic. Located near the various organ meats and just under the bleached, white tripe.

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I read on another board that it is available at Wal-Mart food centers. They sell both the white, bleached Tripe and "Brown" Tripe (which is really Green Tripe). In any event, the Brown/Green tripe was available at my local Wal-Mart. It was around $1.29lb. I was tempted to buy some but after reading ...

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