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WELCOME TO THE FOOD GROUP - This group was started in an attempt to present well-researched and FACT-based information on the amazingly complicated and confusing issue of feeding our dogs. There are also many issues we would like to explore. We thought it would be helpful to put all of these questions, information, and feedback into one place here on DK where everyone can find it, contribute to it, ask questions, and learn together.
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Tired of the same food

Started by Stacy. Last reply by ks-man Aug 20, 2019. 38 Replies

I think this is an easy question. I think Maggie is tired of her food. She's been eating the same thing for a long time, and she's kind of blah on it. She's my most reluctant eater anyway.She's eating Nature's Variety Instinct Raw Boost Beef. She's…Continue

Your favorite high value treats?

Started by J and Riley (and Luna). Last reply by Kathy and Ruby Skye Aug 11, 2019. 24 Replies

Riley LOVES her kibble but she is really not super motivated by any treats we've tried.  We really haven't tried that many (just pure bites chicken and Zuke's minis, right now using a different Fromm kibble as treats) but we need a couple different…Continue

IBD Diagnosis: Food recs, etc

Started by Nicole and Teddy. Last reply by Nicole and Teddy Aug 7, 2019. 44 Replies

Hi there! Just left a long string in the Medical issues group as Teddy has received an IBD diagnosis. The GI panel results indicated cobalamin and folate are slightly low. Pancreatic lipase and TLI elevated. Findings are consistent with small…Continue

Puppy with Giardia and Lots of Itchiness

Started by Beau. Last reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle Aug 6, 2019. 24 Replies

Hi everyone,I have an 11 wk old goldendoodle puppy named Beau. Three days after picking him up, he had diarrhea and vomiting. His fecal sample was initially negative. After a stint at the animal hospital (the vet initially thought he may have parvo…Continue

Current Recall Information

Started by Dianne Carter ~ Trinity Doodles. Last reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle Aug 3, 2019. 518 Replies

I ran this idea by Karen this morning and she thought it would be a good idea, so...This discussion is for current recall information only. In the interest of staying informed without unnecessary panic please try to verify with a credible source…Continue

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Here is where the smaller Wellness bags have “gone”...

Started by Cindy and Olive (Ollie). Last reply by Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie Jul 30, 2019. 4 Replies

hi doodle friends,I have fed Ollie girl the Wellness LID Simple Salmon and Potato for over 2 years now, but recently couldn’t find anywhere the smaller bags, which I prefer. They’re more convenient, stay fresher, and we know the happy that comes…Continue

Grain Free Food Warnings

Started by Erin. Last reply by Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie Jul 28, 2019. 66 Replies

Hello all! My doodle currently eats Zignature Trout and Salmon grain free after trying Orijen for many months and him being constipated from it. He has done great on Zignature now for almost 3 yrs but my vet and many breeders I follow are now…Continue

Proviable Users, I Have Some Questions

Started by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle. Last reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle Jul 25, 2019. 50 Replies

My turn to ask for advice. :)Jasper's digestive system has gotten a little bit "off" the past few weeks. I'm chalking it up to new and different treats, and too many of them; the treats were being dispensed very liberally during the weeks leading up…Continue

Puppy with Reoccurring Giardia and a recent move :(

Started by Beth Donati. Last reply by Beth Donati Jul 24, 2019. 2 Replies

Hi all,  I'm a first-time puppy owner and recently got a 19 week old labradoodle named Ridge. He's the sweetest little guy and loves to play and snuggle. He's been on Life's Abundance since my parents brought him home in California at 12 weeks. He…Continue

Should I Be Concerned?

Started by Anne & Mr. Haley. Last reply by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle Jul 15, 2019. 5 Replies

I added some treats (Charlee Bear liver and Fruitables sweet  potato and pecan) to Haley's auto ship food expecting them to be shipped at the same time as the food.  The food arrived Friday.  The treats are in transit but estimated delivery is July…Continue

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Comment by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on October 10, 2009 at 9:35pm
The two words that are the most overused and misused in any discussion about food or health are "natural" and "holistic". They have become meaningless.
Lots of things that are "natural" are unpleasant, undesirable, or dangerous, lol. And "holistic" just means "whole"...many people seem to believe that it means "healthy".
Comment by F, Calla & Luca on October 10, 2009 at 7:40pm
I saw a bag of "Natural" kibble in Trader Joe's. I thought---hmm. But as soon as I looked at the ingredients I realized that all that is natural and all that is at Trader Joe's is not good. The very first ingredient was corn, so much for that.
Comment by Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*() on September 18, 2009 at 9:20am
Nancy, I was taught to just add to what he left from the last unfinished portion to make another portion for the next meal. How old is your puppy?
Comment by Melissa, Samson & Shelby on September 18, 2009 at 5:27am
I added a response from TOTW about ethoxquin to the discussion that Dianne started. I am interested to see what the more knowledgable people on this subject think.
Comment by Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle on September 9, 2009 at 7:51am
Melissa, try starting your question as a discussion. The format of the "comments section" here makes it is very difficult for people to give to you advice or make suggestions.
Comment by Melissa, Samson & Shelby on September 9, 2009 at 5:30am
I have two doodles (1 and 2) that aren't eating their food. I looked at General Questions and Come have a Little Whine, but am looking for advice. They had been eating Blue Buffalo for a year, but started not eating it. I would like to start a rotational eating program and bought venison natural balance, but they won't eat it either. I have added a touch of cheese, powdered liver, etc. They are only eating maybe 2 cups a day. The lowest recommendation for their weight (60 lbs), is 3 cups a day. Should I just put the food down and let them get really hungry. They now skip breakfast, and barely eat dinner. They get very few bones or treats. A kong with a little peanut butter when I leave.
Comment by Bev and WILLY on July 12, 2009 at 6:13pm
Thanks Lynne. I'll put them in my favorites.
Comment by Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles on July 12, 2009 at 4:50pm
dogfoodanalysis.com
dogfoodproject.com
thepetfoodlist.com
Comment by Bev and WILLY on July 12, 2009 at 4:35pm
Could someone put up the website for the grading of dog foods again? I found it once, but seeing this is one of the busiest groups on DK, I haven't any idea of where to find it. I'd like to start switching Willy's kibble from bag to bag, as suggested a few times here. Thanks
Comment by Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles on July 6, 2009 at 6:06pm
Susan Thixton from The Truth About Pet Food . com has started a new ning site to discuss petfood: http://truthaboutpetfood.ning.com/
 

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