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I know the food thing has been beat to death, but I'm looking for suggestions specifically for a puppy.
Jasper is 14.5 weeks, 27-28 pounds and somewhere between 17-18" at the shoulder. Although it doesn't sound it, he's quite the boney boy under all that hair.
Jas came home eating Innova Adult with proteins mixed in several times a week. (cottage cheese, chicken...) I wasn't so impressed with Innova and decided to try something new. For about a week now he's been eating (mixed in with a little Innova) EVO Herring & Salmon. I didn't realize it had Glucosamine in it so I will at least switch to another formula. Not to mention that the Toy Poodle and kitten have snuck bites so now every critter in this house is suffering with various intestinal issues from it :wacko:. Jasper and the Toy Poodle suddenly have really runny eyes though which could be from anything I guess, but Jas is scratching more so I suspect the food. Needless to say I'm working hard to keep everyone's nose in their own bowl LOL.
I know most on here like feeding low or no grain food. Since Poodles can be prone to kidney problems is that really healthy for them? Also, I'm a little confused over supplementing for a puppy. I always feel unsure that he's truly getting all the nutrients he needs. At this point I'm considering just going back to Innova for now and continue supplementing.
What do you feed your puppy/puppies? Are you happy with the condition of their coat, eyes and growth on it?
I don't want to feed raw, but I don't mind continuing to supplement if needed. Our local pet store can't get Orijen. However, they do have:
Innova (adult and puppy)
Taste of the Wild
EVO
Chicken Soup
Evanger's
Solid Gold
California Natural
I think there are a couple of brands I'm missing, so I'll check again next trip.
Thanks for any suggestions! I'm looking forward to hearing other options and suggestions before I make a decision.
Jasper is 14.5 weeks, 27-28 pounds and somewhere between 17-18" at the shoulder. Although it doesn't sound it, he's quite the boney boy under all that hair.
Jas came home eating Innova Adult with proteins mixed in several times a week. (cottage cheese, chicken...) I wasn't so impressed with Innova and decided to try something new. For about a week now he's been eating (mixed in with a little Innova) EVO Herring & Salmon. I didn't realize it had Glucosamine in it so I will at least switch to another formula. Not to mention that the Toy Poodle and kitten have snuck bites so now every critter in this house is suffering with various intestinal issues from it :wacko:. Jasper and the Toy Poodle suddenly have really runny eyes though which could be from anything I guess, but Jas is scratching more so I suspect the food. Needless to say I'm working hard to keep everyone's nose in their own bowl LOL.
I know most on here like feeding low or no grain food. Since Poodles can be prone to kidney problems is that really healthy for them? Also, I'm a little confused over supplementing for a puppy. I always feel unsure that he's truly getting all the nutrients he needs. At this point I'm considering just going back to Innova for now and continue supplementing.
What do you feed your puppy/puppies? Are you happy with the condition of their coat, eyes and growth on it?
I don't want to feed raw, but I don't mind continuing to supplement if needed. Our local pet store can't get Orijen. However, they do have:
Innova (adult and puppy)
Taste of the Wild
EVO
Chicken Soup
Evanger's
Solid Gold
California Natural
I think there are a couple of brands I'm missing, so I'll check again next trip.
Thanks for any suggestions! I'm looking forward to hearing other options and suggestions before I make a decision.