Nutrition & Exercise

Nutrition & Exercise
Looking for a dog food to put weight on a Amstaff
My parents just adopted an Amstaff female who is about 1-2 years old and she is down on weight. Any suggestions?
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Safe Dog Products? (Part Recall Rant)
This issue has been rolling around in my head lately though, and I'd really love to get some perspective from other dog people. I know a few people who have dogs in real life, but unfortunately no true "dog people," so here I am. Sorry about the lack of brevity. I feed prey model raw...
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Getting Ready to Switch to Natural Dog Food
We recently lost our beautiful, wonderful and perfect scottie girl to acute renal failure. We had her in the hospital for a few days and had every test in the book run, but never found out what she ingested that caused her renal failure. Since than I am on this quest to monitor as much as I can that...
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Marksman and River Run
Not positive that I even heard of either of these foods made by Cargill. But here is the FDA alert:http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm282753.htm
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Is this ok for Dipstick?
I've got a spare bottle that I don't take anymore and I'm wondering if it's ok to give to Dipstick for his joints? http://www.jamiesonvitamins.com/4030
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Iams too popular to not repost
I posted this in the recall section but Iams is too popular..don't want anyone to miss it http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm282506.htm Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food EXP Feb 5 or 6 2013 been recalled due to aflatoxins.
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Iams Puppy Food
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm282506.htm Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food EXP Feb 5 or 6 2013
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Good? Dog Treats
What would everybody classify as "good" dog treats? I know I read the ingredients on almost everything and never get stuff with by-product, corn meal, fructose, etc...but can you name some brands you buy from the store? I am all in for making my own treats like I do my semi-home cooking...
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The importance of antioxidants and exercise for older dogs
You may want to consider adding some CoQ10 and other antioxidants, as well as fruits and vegetables, to your dog's diet after reading these articles; Diet, Exercise, Stimulating Environment Help Old Dogs Learn Antioxidants may boost aging brains
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Training Hold
Maze has a "take it" for tug and food. But she's got a very light grip. Even when she's really into tug of war (growling, using her weight), she still doesn't have a hard grip on it. I'm wanting to trial in competition obedience next year with her but have NO idea how to...
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Senior Dog food
What age should you start feeding a senior dog food? I have a Shih Tzu who is 7. I want to be able to prevent some possible joint issues etc. I am currently feeding canidae senior.
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Soup Recipe's (Yummy Potato Soup, Shadowsgin)
We kinda got started on Soup Recipes in the "Crock Pot" topic. Thought maybe if I put my recipe here you would all share your secret special soups with me too! Yummy Potato Soup Recipe (Makes a large pot) 1 lb bacon fried crispy* set bacon aside til soup is ready to serve. Use...
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FDA continues to caution dog owners about chicken jerky products
CVM Updates > FDA Continues to Caution Dog Owners About Chicken Jerky Products The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is again cautioning consumers that chicken jerky products for dogs (also sold as chicken tenders, strips or treats) may be associated with illness in dogs. In the last 12 months...
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LIFE 4K9-Dog Food Discovery
Hi everyone! God, its been soooo long since I posted in nutrition. Back when I first got Willow it was my favorite section! I was in Pet Supplies yesterday and happened to come across this brand. I had never heard of it. It seems like excellent canned food and wanted to pass the name on. Heres...
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Dahlia went to her first agility trial!
Dahlia went to her very first agility trial last weekend. It was nerve wracking (for me, not her!) and a little bit scary but the folks there were so nice! We did two runs each day. The first day we did something called "Wildcard" where three times during the sequence we had to choose...
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Help!! Feeding a Dalmatian that has had bladder stones
I need help with a food for my dalmatian that has just had surgery for bladder stones. He is currently on Purina Rx DCO diet which I hate. I have read so much online that I'm not sure if I need a low purine diet or a low protein diet. My doctor says low protein but I've read low pruine. I am...
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Flint River Ranch food
I'm rewording my question since eveyone seems to think I want medical advice. Has anyone tried Flint River Ranch Food for their dogs? Is there any dalmatian owners out there that have had to deal with bladder stones and what do you feed you dog now?
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easy chicken pot pie (kpwlee)
I threw together a quick chicken potpie last night and a few have asked for the recipe. I am not much of a recipe follower and it was really easy, basically saute veggies you like, throw in some cooked chicken and chicken broth, flavor with the herbs you like, thicken and reduce the sauce. Poor...
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hills science diet k/d with overspray of omega three..and the representatives...
I am new to this site, however due to Beatrice our mixed breed having severe loose bowel issues for over 8 months now, prompted me to do a little research into dog foods etc for allergies..she has been diagnosed with corn/wheat food allergies....environmental allergies...she now gets glass food and water...
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Cancer diet
Hi there,, I am looking for a good canine cancer diet.. My boy has a Mast Cell tumor.. He starts Chemo in two weeks.. I want to build up his immune system more.. Thanks Toni and Roy..
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