Here we ge again! ... Update; NO FOOD Problems!

Code2High wrote:
My experience has been that a hungry dog is a dog that will eat his or her food.

That said, I do not like to feed food my dogs don't really like. I cooked chicken for months because Zig and Tink would not eat the raw. Eventually after seeing the other dogs eat it, they started stealing it and now both are eating the raw.
But at the same time, my dogs are always good and hungry at mealtimes. I watch them like the proverbial hawk, and if I see them looking a little hefty, I cut back. So they're just getting what they need every day. Overfeeding is a very common cause of pickiness in my opinion.

How is Calvin's weight?

Since Harlee, he just likes what he likes I guess! After all the trial and errors (folks at the Pet Shop and Vets thought I was nuts. But was real nice, letting me buy a few cans, returning / exchanging them for another brand / formula ... lol), when I found he really liked the Royal Canin Venison and Potato. I was elated, because from that time to present, he cant't wait to eat. Absolutely NO problems at all. In addition (along with his 1/2 hour before he eats medication), we got his throwing up thing from once every two or so weeks, down to once every three, four months.

In regards to his weight, he picked up about 8 pounds or so since the project in Adelanto. So I pulled back from a full can to three quarter can. Now that we're back working. We start our day with an approx 4 mile walk, so he's starting to lean out some.

The Boy's gonna see Dr. Hehn tomorrow morning for his blood work check up, so I'll see how his weight's coming along.

He is showing his age a bit though (aside from his graying), cause when we're done. While I cool off in the Eagle (in lieu of cooling off out in the cold / brisk nigh air). He lays down on his bed, or wherever he wants to. When I head back out, he usually follows (still does) but at times he'll look at me, as if to say, "I'll see you when I see you. But don't forget, snack times coming up soon so don't be too long OK". ... :S

Pops


Oh, on top of this food fiasco, .... (don't wanna jinx this) but there is a possibility that we'll be heading out again. Could be a year, or close to a year this time. If we do, we're gonna be gone long enough that I'm gonna have to find a Vet!

Never ENDS!

My experience has been that a hungry dog is a dog that will eat his or her food.

That said, I do not like to feed food my dogs don't really like. I cooked chicken for months because Zig and Tink would not eat the raw. Eventually after seeing the other dogs eat it, they started stealing it and now both are eating the raw.
But at the same time, my dogs are always good and hungry at mealtimes. I watch them like the proverbial hawk, and if I see them looking a little hefty, I cut back. So they're just getting what they need every day. Overfeeding is a very common cause of pickiness in my opinion.

How is Calvin's weight?

It was sooo much easier when his sister was with us. Cause whatever Harlee would eat (which was more or less) whatever I fed her, then Calvin would just follow along.

Even when, like I had to do (after she passed on) to address his stomach issues. It would be sooo much easier. She'd start eating, and the dang kid would probably just follow her lead.


Pops

Code2High wrote:
If you google "buy venison," you will find that you can buy the stuff. Probably not cheaply. But for less than the fines you'd get the other way. :B

Have you tried the fish formulas? Vegan?

Yes tried a couple fish / salmon formulas prior to the venison. All of which was a no go!

But, thanks for the tip. If all else fails, as suggested, I'll use Google. He'll more then likely starve if he had to bring down his own meat!

Don't think a Vegan formula's gonna work. If his nose don't catch a hint of meat, don't think he's gonna eat it.

Wally Walleye wrote:
Look at Blue Buffalo Wilderness line.

Thanks, I tried several Blue Tatonka formulas, and it was a no go as well.

Pops


PS The receptionist suggested (as mentioned) either the Royal Canin Limited Ingredient Duck and Potato, or the Limited Ingredient Hydrolyzed Protein formula.


PPS See what I mean about NOT looking forward to this.


PPPS Susan, I have confidence that you be able to figure out what he'll eat, or make him eat what YOU what him to eat (even turning him into a Vegan, probably). So how much do you, would you, or even if you'll do this sort of thing? Charge me to leave the Boy with you for a couple of days, week/s to figure this out? He could loose a couple of pounds as well! And ........ to be honest, .... I could use the vacation! ... :S ... :B

Look at Blue Buffalo Wilderness line.

If you google "buy venison," you will find that you can buy the stuff. Probably not cheaply. But for less than the fines you'd get the other way. :B

Have you tried the fish formulas? Vegan?

Deb and Ed M wrote:
If you're planning on fresh venison - you're gonna need a bigger freezer.... ;-)

Yeah, I know, worst comes to worst. We can hang the deer in the bedroom, then de-hydrate / beef jerky the meat! ... :B


Pops

xteacher wrote:
Looking for canned food? Here's one: Wellness Venison and Sweet Potato

and another:
Hills Prescription d/d

Another (also gluten and potato free for sensitive tummies):
Instinct Venison Formula

Yet another:
ZiwiPeak Venison Formula

Wow, great list! Thanks! ...

Pops

Looking for canned food? Here's one: Wellness Venison and Sweet Potato

and another:
Hills Prescription d/d

Another (also gluten and potato free for sensitive tummies):
Instinct Venison Formula

Yet another:
ZiwiPeak Venison Formula

If you're planning on fresh venison - you're gonna need a bigger freezer.... ;-)