Ruffles Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Hi Guys, Started feeding our two grown ups on Prey model a couple of months back and LOVE it. I was wondering though, can you sucessfully and safely raise a pup on it, if so, does it need to be adapted (bone/meat %)? Or would one recommend a different diet for a growing pup? I am slightly nervous, hence the question because I know pup nutrition is paramount... Look forward to opinions (of all kinds) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirra_Bomber_Zeus Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Hi Guys, Started feeding our two grown ups on Prey model a couple of months back and LOVE it. I was wondering though, can you sucessfully and safely raise a pup on it, if so, does it need to be adapted (bone/meat %)? Or would one recommend a different diet for a growing pup? I am slightly nervous, hence the question because I know pup nutrition is paramount... Look forward to opinions (of all kinds) Hi Ruffles I am raising a pup on a raw diet at the moment. I spoke to my holistic vet about it before I started. Basically she helped me come up with the ratios to make sure he was going to get enough calcium etc. I am really happy with the way he is growing - she told me that in her opinion it is best for pups not to get carbohydrates as this is what causes them to grow too quickly. Im sure lots of people will have different opinions to offer you, although I have been feeding raw for 6 years, this is the first time Ive raised a puppy this way. Im happy with the way my pup is going - the breakdown I give him is: 50% RMB 40% Muscle meat 5% Offal 5% Fish I also give him some cottage cheese, but I dont think that fits in with your prey model diet? It was suggested I give it to him just to get his calcium levels right. Im not sure where you are, Im in Perth, so if you are in Perth I can give you the name of my holistic vet if you want to get some info from her specific to your dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruffles Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 Hi Guys, Started feeding our two grown ups on Prey model a couple of months back and LOVE it. I was wondering though, can you sucessfully and safely raise a pup on it, if so, does it need to be adapted (bone/meat %)? Or would one recommend a different diet for a growing pup? I am slightly nervous, hence the question because I know pup nutrition is paramount... Look forward to opinions (of all kinds) Hi Ruffles I am raising a pup on a raw diet at the moment. I spoke to my holistic vet about it before I started. Basically she helped me come up with the ratios to make sure he was going to get enough calcium etc. I am really happy with the way he is growing - she told me that in her opinion it is best for pups not to get carbohydrates as this is what causes them to grow too quickly. Im sure lots of people will have different opinions to offer you, although I have been feeding raw for 6 years, this is the first time Ive raised a puppy this way. Im happy with the way my pup is going - the breakdown I give him is: 50% RMB 40% Muscle meat 5% Offal 5% Fish I also give him some cottage cheese, but I dont think that fits in with your prey model diet? It was suggested I give it to him just to get his calcium levels right. Im not sure where you are, Im in Perth, so if you are in Perth I can give you the name of my holistic vet if you want to get some info from her specific to your dog. Thank you very much for that info! If anyne else has input as well I am more than happy to listen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zayda_asher Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 (edited) Pup diets definitely take a bit more effort... Monica Segal's books are full of good info to help on this: http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DN246 http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DN270 And KBZ's vet has a book out too, which has some info on puppies: http://www.fremantlepress.com.au/authors/529/Dr+Clare+Middle http://www.claremiddle.com/book.htm I got my copy in Dymocks, so it shouldn't be too hard to find. If it is hard to find over there, I'm sure one of us could post you a copy if you want. So, spill the beans: does this mean a new puppy??? Edited April 3, 2009 by zayda_asher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trifecta Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 ~Midniara~ raised a litter of 11 Belgian Shepherds on raw, you may like to PM her for details. Everyone of the pups survived, thrived & have grown up to be healthy & well conformed young dogs. The bitch looked fantastic all the way through her pregnancy & while lactating. IMO this is the way pups should be raised..... good luck with yours! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Midol Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 I fed my GSD pup the same as he gets as an adult. A balanced diet is a balanced diet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruffles Posted April 9, 2009 Author Share Posted April 9, 2009 Pup diets definitely take a bit more effort... Monica Segal's books are full of good info to help on this:http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DN246 http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DN270 And KBZ's vet has a book out too, which has some info on puppies: http://www.fremantlepress.com.au/authors/529/Dr+Clare+Middle http://www.claremiddle.com/book.htm I got my copy in Dymocks, so it shouldn't be too hard to find. If it is hard to find over there, I'm sure one of us could post you a copy if you want. So, spill the beans: does this mean a new puppy??? Thanks for those Links ZA! And no... doesnt necessarily mean I am getting a new puppy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zayda_asher Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Thanks for those Links ZA!And no... doesnt necessarily mean I am getting a new puppy No worries... hope they help out... Ok, I wont get too excited about puppy breath then... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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