Hey people, food question...

by HollyDog Tue Oct 04 2011, 19:10

Hello everyone,

I've had Holly a week now when I got her, the old owners gave me sombe bakers complete I've heard this isnt the best of foods for stffy's why is this and also what would be a better option for her she's 4, she doesnt get excited about eating her dinner and it takes her all day to eat the 200 grams Im giving her and it isn't like she isn't getting excerise to make her hungry thanks in advance for any advice Smile

by **janey** Tue Oct 04 2011, 19:35

Bakers is pants because of all the additives and all the stuff mixed in with it that quite frankly a dog doesn't need. Its made to appear more appealing to a human, and with it being a well known food, peaople assume its good.

I feed mine James Wellbeloved, here's a link that might be of interest

https://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/t598-dry-food-recommendations?highlight=dry+food+reccomendations

You could also try feeding raw, possiably the best diet, and I've never heard of a full bowl there. Doesn't suit me but worth a thought Xx

by HollyDog Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:02

raw as in?? lol sorry is that a really stupid question

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:19

no question is a stupid one . thumbs up

by **janey** Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:24

Feeding raw meat/bones ect. Tybe BARF into the search and it will give you lots of topics where its been discussed.

Sorry I don't feed it myself, but loads on here do, they'll help more Smile

https://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/search?search_keywords=BARF

by HollyDog Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:33

well, the people I got Hol off said not to give her bones because they give her the runs really badly...

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:44

They could have been giving the cooked/dried bones from pets shops RAW bones are totally different, i feed my to a raw diet, theres lots of information if you search for it

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:54

Have a look at these sites about raw feeding...

http://www.rawmeatybones.com/petowners/whatisrmb.php

http://www.krisannriorawfeeding.com/whyfeedraw.htm

http://rawfeddogs.net/

They are all pretty similar, although there are differences between them.

NEVER feed your dog a cooked bone - they can become extremely brittle & can produce sharp, stiff, needle-like splinters. Raw bones (not the weight bearing or marrow bones) are much more 'bendy' and are very easily digested.

by **Ben** Tue Oct 04 2011, 20:56

I too feed raw and it is great. Pet store bones aren't the same as raw bones as most are cooked at the pet store. Mine does the best on chicken leg quarters (also turkey works well). They are inexpensive and a good mix of bone and meat. Where cooked chicken bones should never be given to dogs, raw ones are fine. I used to think it was a fad, but after trying it out myself, I don't think I will ever feed any other way. I have even tried at some freeze dried mix for when we travel so I don't have to pack an additional ice chest! Can't say enough good about feeding raw. I wouldn't think you would have to worry about the runs if you transition properly. It can lead to increased begging though when you are preparing your own meals... Big Grin

by ardvark Tue Oct 04 2011, 21:13

I too also feed raw to Milo, he Love Struck

it, we

him loving it! He's almost 9 1/2 months old, been fed BARF since he was about 5 1/2 months old I think and the very picture of health. My fil feeds it to his 3 dogs and I confess we thought it was a bit nuts but when he explained his reasons it made perfect sense. I was really up for it but dh wasn't totally convinced on doing it full time, I ignored him and did it MY way lol.....but he is now a walking advert lol!

I would personally really recommend giving it a go, it is after all a much more natural and real diet for a dog when you stop and think about it for a mo. Smile

x ps congrats. on your new dog, so glad she's found a lovely home.

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 21:59

I think what makes it worthwhile for me, apart from Dempsey being healthy & having a lovely coat, is the way he tucks into his meals every day, always eager to finish the last piece!

However, it must be said that it isn't for everybody, or every dog.

by ardvark Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:03

Caryll wrote:I think what makes it worthwhile for me, apart from Dempsey being healthy & having a lovely coat, is the way he tucks into his meals every day, always eager to finish the last piece!
DITTO DITTO DITTO LOL!
However, it must be said that it isn't for everybody, or every dog.

by **janey** Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:05

It's not for me, but it gives you some options Smile

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:09

Why is it not for you Janey, if you don't mind me asking (just being nosy) lol

by HollyDog Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:11

Well thanQ everyone I will check all those links out tomorrow and have a good think about it I may definately try it and if she doesn't take too it then never mind ey, thanks guys Big Grin

by **janey** Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:21

ella wrote:Why is it not for you Janey, if you don't mind me asking (just being nosy) lol

I have a quick 30min time window to walk her before work at 6.30am, I then rush to work. Pay a dog walker to have her in the afternoon, get home from work at 5.30, usually out again, unless mum/friend has her. Have a very small freezer as I live in an appartment, and haven't a garden just carpets.

So doesn't suit me. Smile

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:22

janey wrote:
ella wrote:Why is it not for you Janey, if you don't mind me asking (just being nosy) lol

I have a quick 30min time window to walk her before work at 6.30am, I then rush to work. Pay a dog walker to have her in the afternoon, get home from work at 5.30, usually out again, unless mum/friend has her. Have a very small freezer as I live in an appartment, and haven't a garden just carpets.

So doesn't suit me.

Ahhhh fair enough, sorry just feeling nosy! Big Grin

by **janey** Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:25

I'll always reccomened it from you guys on here. But it doesn't suit everyone Smile

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 22:37

My girl used to get just dry food (its Wagg) and she used to gobble it in seconds then chase the others away for theirs but since they died she stopped eating it and won't eat just dry and will ONLY eat it with wetdog food (usually pets at home own brand) and then any veg scraps / meat from our dinners. Most dogs arent generally interested in dry foods.

by Guest Tue Oct 04 2011, 23:35

janey wrote:

I'll always reccomened it from you guys on here. But it doesn't suit everyone

No i no it isn't i'm just a nosy sod that's all Laughing

by indigostaffs Wed Oct 05 2011, 14:38

After some advice on here i tried raw foods. Got some off a website off her, some from our local pet shop and some from a friend who is a butcher and who gives us raw bones for free and it didnt go down well with my dogs as there was only one who was interested in eating it and the rest just looked at me as if id gone crazy lol and just nibbled it. Kept trying them on it for about a week with still no luck and have now gone back to our burgess dog food for adults and wainwrights for the pups. The good thing that came out of it was that they seem to appreciate their dry food more now. They still love their raw bones but just dont like the meat.

My dogs are fussy lol

by rascal-girl Thu Oct 06 2011, 09:22

Have a look at "whole prey model". That's how we feed Rascal. She gets a whole lotta red meat, some liver, some offal (kidneys) and some bones (chicken usually) and a couple of times a week we give her eggs. Bones actually firm up their stools - too much bone and you get chalky poo Wink

too much offal and you get cannon butt!!

She has a beautiful coat, beautiful teeth and loads of energy. Not sure what we'd do if we couldn't feed her outside though! I know some ppl have trained their dogs to eat in the kitchen - one lady puts down a piece of plastic shower curtain, others use an old towel. We use a plastic placemat out in the yard.

I don't feed my kids processed food, so I guess I want fresh, natural food for Rascal as well. Just my own personal "philosophy" I guess Big Grin

by ardvark Thu Oct 06 2011, 10:34

loving your philosophy Sharon coming from a breast feeding, baby wearing, co sleeping mama ;0)

by rascal-girl Thu Oct 06 2011, 10:51

Hey ardvark, so am I Big Grin

hehe well, my "babies" are a bit older now, but that describes me perfectly ;0)

by Guest Thu Oct 06 2011, 10:57

indigostaffs wrote:Got some off a website off her, some from our local pet shop

Did you buy mince?

A lot of dogs don't really like the minced stuff, but will happily tuck into large pieces of raw meat or raw chicken wings/quarters.

It should be large pieces so that they rip & tear it - that way it keeps their teeth clean!

by indigostaffs Thu Oct 06 2011, 14:02

We bought mince and large chunks of meat from the petshop

by Guest Thu Oct 06 2011, 14:11

Ah well, not every dog likes it! Big Grin

by indigostaffs Thu Oct 06 2011, 14:16

I think i have a bunch of 'not every dogs' haha Smile

My lot are wierd

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