Her Majesty Dogmad Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Are they being fed 4 small meals a day? I've had many starved dogs - you need to give them meals 4 times a day and then go down to 3 and so on. I don't think Satin Balls are good for long term starvation, it needs to be fixed gradually. We had two skeletal, almost dead whippets and it took over 2 months (as expected) to get them back to normal weight. We bought dietary supplements and fed them puppy food as that is the richest in nutrients. Gave them a variety of very healthy additions such as a bit of cottage cheese, vegetables, flaxseed etc all of which nourishes them. Have a look on our website at Dusty & Phoenix's blog, it's a real transformation but it did take time, it shouldn't be done quickly. www.iggyrescue.com.au Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry's Mum Posted July 17, 2012 Author Share Posted July 17, 2012 They are on 4 small meals a day with supplements at the moment - most are doing well on it, just the one boy who seems fine but is not putting on weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry's Mum Posted July 17, 2012 Author Share Posted July 17, 2012 I hope the authorities are doing something about this? Surely this it is illegal to allow animals to be neglected like that? The authorities (RSPCA and the local council) have known about this for some years without taking action. The RSPCA claim to be powerless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diva Posted July 17, 2012 Share Posted July 17, 2012 I wouldn't go to satin balls, the very high fat content would worry me for a dog that has been malnourished. It worries me full stop really, but especially then. Maybe try a probiotic supplement and give him another week, then if still not gaining at all get another vet check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mymatejack Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 I hope the authorities are doing something about this? Surely this it is illegal to allow animals to be neglected like that? The authorities (RSPCA and the local council) have known about this for some years without taking action. The RSPCA claim to be powerless. i really do not understand this. I thought the RSPCA was empowered to prosecute animal neglect, especially serious cases like this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perry's Mum Posted July 18, 2012 Author Share Posted July 18, 2012 I thought so too. I am waiting for vet reports and photographs of the sixteen dogs to come to me and then I will be takng them on and also the minister and the council. Problem is that I am now confined to bed with gastric flu and can barely move. I hope it goes soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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