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thanks!
"Jo Wolf" wrote in message ... The answer to this has probably already occurred to you... Reduce the amount you are feeding, and/or increase the dog's exercise. I'm using this food right now, and just had to cut back the amount my youngest dog is getting... not by much, just a little. If the weight gain is serious size, you can substitute some green beans to make up the volume. Fresh, canned or frozen. Sounds weird, but it's a long time method used by many very experienced owners... and vets. The labels on dog food generally suggest Much more than most dogs need.... The difference can be as much as 1/3 to 1/4 more than the dog really needs, but it is quite individual. They are selling dog food, after all. Then when you get Fido (well, you didn't tell us your dog's name grin) down to the right weight, you can make it easier to keep it there by doing a simple "rib check" every week while petting or grooming. Run your fingertips along the rib cage on the sides with moderate pressure. You should easily feel each rib... not like a wash board, but without a lot of padding between surface and ribs. From above, you should be able to see a waist. Jo Wolf Martinez, Georgia |
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thanks!
"Jo Wolf" wrote in message ... The answer to this has probably already occurred to you... Reduce the amount you are feeding, and/or increase the dog's exercise. I'm using this food right now, and just had to cut back the amount my youngest dog is getting... not by much, just a little. If the weight gain is serious size, you can substitute some green beans to make up the volume. Fresh, canned or frozen. Sounds weird, but it's a long time method used by many very experienced owners... and vets. The labels on dog food generally suggest Much more than most dogs need.... The difference can be as much as 1/3 to 1/4 more than the dog really needs, but it is quite individual. They are selling dog food, after all. Then when you get Fido (well, you didn't tell us your dog's name grin) down to the right weight, you can make it easier to keep it there by doing a simple "rib check" every week while petting or grooming. Run your fingertips along the rib cage on the sides with moderate pressure. You should easily feel each rib... not like a wash board, but without a lot of padding between surface and ribs. From above, you should be able to see a waist. Jo Wolf Martinez, Georgia |
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thanks!
"Jo Wolf" wrote in message ... The answer to this has probably already occurred to you... Reduce the amount you are feeding, and/or increase the dog's exercise. I'm using this food right now, and just had to cut back the amount my youngest dog is getting... not by much, just a little. If the weight gain is serious size, you can substitute some green beans to make up the volume. Fresh, canned or frozen. Sounds weird, but it's a long time method used by many very experienced owners... and vets. The labels on dog food generally suggest Much more than most dogs need.... The difference can be as much as 1/3 to 1/4 more than the dog really needs, but it is quite individual. They are selling dog food, after all. Then when you get Fido (well, you didn't tell us your dog's name grin) down to the right weight, you can make it easier to keep it there by doing a simple "rib check" every week while petting or grooming. Run your fingertips along the rib cage on the sides with moderate pressure. You should easily feel each rib... not like a wash board, but without a lot of padding between surface and ribs. From above, you should be able to see a waist. Jo Wolf Martinez, Georgia |
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From: "NotGiven"
Any recommendations for similar type food (all meat protein) for a dog that would not add as much weight? Thanks Just feed less of it. If the dog is gaining weight he's simply being fed too much. Lauralyn My agility dogs: Cheyenne MXJ MX, AAD Shylo MXJ MX, AAD Lakota - the crazy BC! http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/...ame=computype2 |
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From: "NotGiven"
Any recommendations for similar type food (all meat protein) for a dog that would not add as much weight? Thanks Just feed less of it. If the dog is gaining weight he's simply being fed too much. Lauralyn My agility dogs: Cheyenne MXJ MX, AAD Shylo MXJ MX, AAD Lakota - the crazy BC! http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/...ame=computype2 |
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From: "NotGiven"
Any recommendations for similar type food (all meat protein) for a dog that would not add as much weight? Thanks Just feed less of it. If the dog is gaining weight he's simply being fed too much. Lauralyn My agility dogs: Cheyenne MXJ MX, AAD Shylo MXJ MX, AAD Lakota - the crazy BC! http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/...ame=computype2 |
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From: "NotGiven"
Any recommendations for similar type food (all meat protein) for a dog that would not add as much weight? Thanks Just feed less of it. If the dog is gaining weight he's simply being fed too much. Lauralyn My agility dogs: Cheyenne MXJ MX, AAD Shylo MXJ MX, AAD Lakota - the crazy BC! http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/...ame=computype2 |
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From: "NotGiven"
Any recommendations for similar type food (all meat protein) for a dog that would not add as much weight? Thanks Just feed less of it. If the dog is gaining weight he's simply being fed too much. Lauralyn My agility dogs: Cheyenne MXJ MX, AAD Shylo MXJ MX, AAD Lakota - the crazy BC! http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/...ame=computype2 |
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