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What Type of Doodle(s) do you have? What are their names? Tell us about your doodle(s) or any other pets you have!: Teddy, our almost 3 year old Goldendoodle.
Sophie, our 20 something Citron-crested Cockatoo

Why did you choose a doodle rather than another breed or mix?: people allergies

What are Your Favorite Things to Do With Your Doodles?: anything that involves Teddy

At 4:18pm on June 16, 2014, Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle said…: Hi Suzanne, "EPO" is evening primrose oil. Use 500 mg human softgels, start with one per day. If there is no loose stool (there most likely won't be) you can increase to twice a day. There are no side effects unless your dog has a seizure disorder, in which case it should not used, as it can lower the seizure threshold.

At 12:31pm on June 15, 2014, Debb, Lucy & Oscar said…: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. The probiotic the doods get is Swanson Ultra Probiotic Complex.

http://www.swansonvitamins.com/swanson-ultra-probiotic-complex-120-veg-drcaps

At 1:19pm on June 14, 2014, Debb, Lucy & Oscar said…: I'm sorry Teddy is having such difficulty, and I'm sure it's no fun for you, either. I'd never heard of goats milk helping allergies, but you could try it and see if it helps. I'll have to check the exact formula of probiotic (I'm not home to check) but it's one of the Swanson Vitamins brand and has several strains in it. I give only half a capsule to each doodle a day, so not a lot. They also get a couple tablespoons of yogurt 2x a day. I figure it doesnt hurt and can only help to keep their gut flora in good order. Have you had skin testing on Teddy to determine his exact allergies? It is the season where there's a lot of pollen in the air. Is it possible that is the cause of his flare? Sorry I can't offer more help. Have you checked with Karen of the Food Group? She's very knowledgeable of allergy related problems. I'll let you know the exact probiotic formulation ASAP.

At 3:27pm on June 13, 2014, Debb, Lucy & Oscar said…: Oh, and to answer your last question, the birds and dogs get along fine. Both Lucy and Oscar have a healthy respect for the birds and give them plenty of 'space' when they're out of their cages. It did take an adjustment period after bringing each puppy into the house, to get the birds use to each new 'interloper', but in total, only about a week each.

At 3:21pm on June 13, 2014, Debb, Lucy & Oscar said…: I'm so sorry about your Sophie passing. Yes, between the birds and the doodles I do have my hands full, but nothing I can't handle. I give the doods yogurt and probiotics daily just to keep their poos in good form. I started when Lucy had a digestive upset that sent her system into a tailspin a couple years ago. I don't ever want to have to go through that again, if I can help it. Do you feed a grain free food? Lucy gets grain free now after suffering a series of skin yeast infections. She hasn't had a problem since.

At 2:11pm on June 13, 2014, Debb, Lucy & Oscar said…: Hi Suzanne, re the goat's milk, I found plain nonfat/lowfat yogurt to be just as effective, if not more so, and a whole lot cheaper too. In addition I use a Swanson brand probiotic powder that I mix into their yogurt as well.

BTW, I see you also have a Citron-crested Cockatoo. I have a 17 yr old med. Citron/Eleanora mix Cockatoo and a 17yr old Major Mitchells Cockatoo (aka, Leadbeater Cockatoo). They're a couple of characters!

At 4:38pm on February 6, 2013, Lynette Main said…: Welcome to DoodleKisses. Your Teddy reminds me of my Shea.Shea is three years also.Check out my pictures and you'll see.

At 8:41am on January 30, 2013, Lonnie & Libby Lu said…: Welcome to Doodle Kisses Suzanne/Paul! Your Teddy is absolutely beautiful! This site is wonderful for information on Doodles and everyone is so very helpful. Check out the groups and discussions, they are amazing! Have fun and enjoy:)