dog food
i feed my corgi eukanuba sensitive skin because she was always licking and biting her paws and the vet said it would also keep her coat shiny and reduce shedding. she's been on it for over a year and nothing really has changed. i'd like to put her on a food that is maybe healthier and help her lose some weight- she's a bit chubby :) ... has anyone else had this problem or could give me some advice?
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Permalink Reply by Jane Christensen on
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There's been several discussions on this. Maybe you can look back and find them there were 60+ replys.
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Hi, I found the one but it's closed for discussions...you might want to read it though. It's under corgi health and it's titled "Do you feed your corgi food with corn in it?"
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Permalink Reply by Sunni A. on
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Why does she lick and bite her paws? Does the environment make them itchy?
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Permalink Reply by Rachel & Romeo on
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Im not sure about the sensitive skin food type. But If she's a lil bit in the chubby it might good if she has more excerise and less portion of food or food with less calories. It is also good if you use carrot as treats.
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Permalink Reply by Amanda on
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You may want to look into some grain free foods, that may be what's causing her itchiness rather than actual sensitive skin. When Dax was on Blue Buffalo (not grain free), he licked and scratched and was miserable. I switched him to Wellness Core (grain free) and it all stopped. Just a thought. Also, there is a Wellness Core Reduced Fat weight control formula also, to help her drop a few. You can cut back on her kibble portions and add vegetables like green beans, carrots, canned pumpkin, etc., to make her feel more full. Hope she feels better soon!
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Permalink Reply by Jennifer Markley on
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I feed Eukanuba Naturally Wild--it has no by-products in it....
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Permalink Reply by Kristen on
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I would suggest a salmon meal based dog food. Natures Variety has a line of food called "Prairie" that they have a Salmon Meal version of. It is great for skin and dogs with allergies--it has brown rice in it as well. Grain free foods are also good for dogs that have skin and allergy issues.
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Permalink Reply by Sky and Lyla on
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OH OH OH!! This is something I have spent A TON of time researching for my own pets and I am SO excited to be able to share everything I've learned with someone else! The chances are good that the food and skin problems are related. The first thing you need to understand is that while vets are great, and I respect them very much and need them to help keep my babies healthy, *most* know next to nothing about proper nutrition and what the major pet food companies put into food. To start learning about healthy food, I recommend watching this short video (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2336970194210016971&ei...). I do not feed the food that he talks about in this video, but the first 10 minutes give you a brief synoposis of the pet food industry which I think ALL pet owners need to know! Everything he says goes right alongside everything I've found in my research, so I believe it all. If you want more information, read Food Pets Die For by Ann Martin. Its quite shocking!
I feed Flint River Ranch Lamb and Millet food which is great for pets with skin allergies. It is delivered right to your door which is so convenient, and while the food is a little pricier than what I was feeding before, the shipping is free (at least on the 20lb bag size I buy) and you don't have to feed as much of it. The Fish and Millet by the same company is also good for allergies. Go to http://www.desertwillowholisticpets.com/ for some more information on how to buy some good quality foods. You can also email Theresa on that website and she is SOOOO helpful!!
As for treating the allergies specifically, I use Nzymes products. (Theresa from the holistic pet food site recommend NuVetPlus vitamins, which I'm sure are great if she uses them, but I have been happy with my Nzymes, so I haven't switched). Go to nzymes.com and into the pet section. In the middle of the page you see the "Top 12 Issues" and allergies are #1. Read that arcticle and just browse the site for information. I learned SO MUCH just from that website alone!! I use the Nzymes Antioxidant treats, the Ox-E Drops (mixed with water to make a topical spray that releaves itching) and the Bak-Pac Plus which is a wonderful probiotic.
Probiotics are important for all pets, but especially for those who have a compromised immune system (like with allergies) because it will keep good bacteria in their system that helps keep them from getting sick. At the very least add a Tablespoon of plain non-fat yogurt to your fubabies' food every day, at most get something like the Nzymes probiotic and add it to their food. Since starting these products Lyla's skin itching has gone away COMPLETELY and Sky's has been greatly reduce (his was much worse that hers to begin with,so it might just take more time).
I know that is a lot of information all at once, but please message me with any question as I would love to take the time to tell you some of what I've learned. I have spent so much time researching, and I would enjoy knowing that that information is helping other people's pets too! Also, greatdanelady.com has some great articles about allergies and Yeast Infections in pets (yeast infections cause the same syptoms and are often diagnosed as allergies or sensitive skin). Again, let me know if I can help in any way. Good luck!!
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I totally agree! I used to feed an all natural dog food, but it just got too expensive. Research will tell you that dogs can live to over 20 years of age with good nutrition. The Eukanuba Naturally Wild is the closest to all natural I could find at a decent price. Just to add, my Newfoundland is 12 1/2 and still runs like a puppy at times in the yard--only health problem is arthritis in his back hips.
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Permalink Reply by Jacki, Nutmeg & Cinnamon on
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Solid Gold! Amazing food. Look into it.
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Permalink Reply by Geri & Sidney on
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Wellness now has a line for dogs with allergy issues:
http://www.wellnesspetfood.com/dog_wellness_simple_food_solutions_i...
The nice thing about Wellness is that it can be found at Petco...maybe Petsmart too (not sure)
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Permalink Reply by Judi, Dawn, Soffie & Griffyn on
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We switched to Wellness and highly recommend it!!!
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