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Can't really help i'd check with the vet but when i was pregnant i wasn't allowed to take any antihistamines nor when breast feeding so i'd be wary but check with the vet

Hi I bought some chicken wings so far this morning was day 3 of 2 wings a day and shes been ok. I'm going to wait until the packet is finished to be real sure and then try her on the beef. She hasn't reacted to beef before but it will be interesting to see what happens. I haven't converted her over yet she has still been having her normal dry food with the addition of the chicken wings as i wanted to not change anything else just one thing at a time. I have spoken to my vet and on Tuesday when i go in shes giving me an epyleptic diet chart so we will probably stick to that I'll share with everyone whats on it when i get it. I have got my fingers and toes crossed and hoping she has outgrown the chicken allergy last time it was always chook necks so i thought i'd try the wings not sure if that made any difference or not?? My neighbour goes hunting so he is going to supply me with some roo meat i also asked for the tail not sure how i'm going to cut that up yet. He also gets rabbits so we will be able to give her a whole rabbit Thanks for your support

I'm worried about trying to get the balnace of vitamins and minerals in an all meat diet. My friend feeds her dogs the raw meat eggs yoghurt but she uses the froz vegies from the supermarket how do they go on them? the corn comes out like corn i know that... If they are ok do you cook them first i think they are already cooked the frozen ones not sure i think she uses the froz ones to save time. I guess its trial and error and watching her weight i'm worried she will go all skinny. Do you add any oils if so what type

My hubby and i met through dogs but he still isn't particularly happy with teh dogs inside he gives that "look" hes ok if they sit on their beds he just doesn't like them running around the house the whole time mine only come in after tea when the kids are in bed and we are relaxing watching tv i also have active dogs that i don't think would appreciate being inside all the time the love to run in the 5 acre house paddock.... but they do like their nighly sooks inside but now its getting warmer i have noticed they aren't at the door waiting to come in

Hi My dal is very troublesome being allergic to chicken..... it gives her chronic diahrea with what i can only describe as stomach cramps as she arches her back like in pain. Its been a while so today i'm going to get some chicken and try that before i change anything else in her diet so that i can see if shes still allergic/intolerant. We have to avoid all wheat products so its quite hard. I know about dal being stoneformers thank god so far ita about the only thing she hasn't had but i'm sure that she could try that as well ..... like my vet said she doesn't do things the easy way and like maximum disaster . I think i will giver her some vegies as i thought the idea was to replicate the stomach contents using mushed/pureed vegies correct me if i'm wrong as i'm learning the steep curve. Thanks I'm very sure, though not 100%, that the only things you need to look out for when feeding dals is organs, such as liver and possibly heart that are high in purines! some people will argue that high protein levels which are found in these organs contribute to stone development, but a dog cant live healthily with out enough protein in its diet! So its not a good idea to feed an adult dogs a restricted protein diet. its the purines that you have to watch out for! a raw diet, contrary to what you might think, is in fact LOWer in protein than most high quality kibble foods. you have to remember that meat has a very high water content as well as a little fat, so its not 100% protein! Quite often, most meats have at most 30% protein levels, usually less. also because it is high in water, your dalmation is getting more water than if it was only fed on kibble, therefore reducing the risk of dehydration and the formation of kidney stones! I am aware of that also having a breed predisposed BUT many people aren't i have seen bad management in raw feeding within my own breed & the issues it has created BUT quantities in all the meats still play a factor which many people still don't consider a factor Like all things there are varying views but something that must be remembered in breeds with issues in this area & not all people are aware or made informed off "Green Light" Purines. The following foods are considered virtually purine-free and get the "green light" in terms of being used in diets and as treats for dogs predisposed to forming stones: * Whole grain, yeast-free breads and cereals * Most vegetables, including potatoes (see exceptions below) * Fruits (avoid acidic citrus) * Nuts (including peanut butter) * Pasta * Eggs * Cheese * Milk * Butter "Yellow Light" Purines. The following foods are considered to contain a moderate level of purines and are acceptable in diets for stone-forming dog breeds. Most or even all of your Dalmatian's protein sources should come from this list as opposed to the "Red Light" purines listed in the next section. * Most poultry, including chicken and turkey * Fish and shellfish (see exceptions below) * Lamb, pork, and beef * Oats and oatmeal "Red Light" Purines. The following foods contain the highest levels of purines and should be avoided as much as possible to help prevent stone formation: * Organ meats – kidneys, livers, brains, hearts, sweetbreads, etc. * Game meats such as venison, duck, and goose * High-purine seafoods – sardines, mackerel, mussels, and scallops * High-purine vegetables – cauliflower, spinach, peas, mushrooms, and legumes (kidney beans, navy & lima beans, lentils) * Yeast (including brewer's yeast) * Gravies

Thanks Sandra777 fantastic explanation i have printed that out and stuck it on my fridge i guess its a bit of trial and error till we get the amounts sorted but nice to have arough guide

Thanks i can use that as a guide unfortunately she is allergic to chicken tell you shes a troubled young girl..... Is the fish fed at the same time as the meat. I also aren't allowed to give her pasta as this herbalist believes that some seizures can be contributed to wheat i'm willing to try this and see what happens can't make her much worse

Hi Just off the phone from a herbalist as my dog is epyleptic and we are trying some things before going down the track of heave meds. We are swapping her diet to all natural and esp. no wheat after i got off the phone i thought mmm i wonder how much meat i should buy weight wise per night. Does any one have a rough average 22kg dalmatian female desexed. I know i can ring her back but thought i'd try here Thanks