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Thanks, Redhead! I hadn't researched the differences to get the calcium without the phosphorous.
Feisty49 - I feed 9oz protein plus an additional 2oz fruits & veggies to my hounds twice a day. When added to the healthy treats my dogs get (which is a lot), my dogs maintain their weight on this diet (I had to cut back on their food because I use a lot of treats; I also have to remember to add those calories back into their meals when I go out of town). If I didn't feed a lot of treats, I would start with 10-12oz of food twice a day and watch my hounds' weight as a guide. I also leave kibble out for free feed, which my boy likes to munch on in the middle of the night.
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Good news all around -- glad to hear!
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I'm so glad you found something your pup will eat!
for add'l ease, just use bone meal (human grade, not garden variety) in lieu of the shells. or add the bones of a chicken and cook until the bones crumble (~8-10hrs in the crock pot). Some apples (seeded & chopped) are an inexpensive fruit to add if you'd like some variety.
If you were dealing with a healthy dog, I would recommend adding necessary organ meats (hearts, livers) for additional balance to the diet (these are readily available at Chinese markets). But I'm not familiar with how to adjust for a dog with kidney issues ... there may be some vitamins & omega fatty acids that need to be added to the mix for completeness.
Keep up the good work, and I'm glad you found something easy and appealing!
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Ahhh ... thanks for the poop update!
now onto the 'roadkill' lessons!!
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nothing to do now except watch for the bones to traverse the body ... possibly over the next 2 days. Watch for darkening color of poop (in the event that sharp edges on the bones may have punctured something), and if that happens, contact your vet for help.
Meanwhile, please keep the worrying to a dull roar. My hounds have eaten entire carcasses out of the garbage can (I now debone in the sink and immediately put debris in outside trash can) with no issues.
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Oh what a fabulous life you led, Kasey! As I look at my two seniors who are showing their age, I just pray that I will honor their gifts to me as beautifully as you have.
I'm so very sorry for your loss, and so very happy that you were able to celebrate life FULLY with Kasey for all these past years.
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vetricyn can help the skin heal faster.
I've found Copaiba (essential oil) is a natural anesthetic to the wound (put on after vetricyn) to keep the itchies down a LOT. Then a snood on top, with a baby sock or boot on the back (scratch) foot.
good luck!!
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Yeah!! Sorry I didn't see this early enough to give pre-dental prayers, but I'm so glad it was an uneventful day!!!
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How's Bernie today? And how are YOU?
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Congratulations!!
If you want to prepare cooked ground beef and also rice/pasta ... consider putting both in a stock pot with plenty of water and boil them both together (you can add a bit of low sodium boullion to the mix to add flavor). boil it until the rice absorbs the liquid (it can't be overcooked, so no worries), and bag all of it together for those meals. She'll get plenty of liquid, flavor, and MUCH EASIER for you. I put this type of mixture in bigger freezer containers (each holding a day or two of food), and thaw one while using another. If you want other veggies into the mix, you can use leftovers that you throw into the stock pot (so they're mush when they come out), or you can use babyfood or applesauce.
If you use a lot of this diet, you'll want to supplement calcium and other nutrients. Calcium is easy if you cook the bones from a rotisserie chicken for ~12hours in a slow cooker (they literally disintegrate between your fingers) or you can use food grade bone meal powder.
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My deepest sympathies. Gentle hugs.
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We had a similar attack a few years ago, and while there were witnesses, the other dog's owner was quite amenable to covering costs and such. However, Riley's skull had been broken (with several punctures, no ripped skin ... so the injuries weren't obvious until about an hour after the attack). Animal Control had to take them to court to recoup my costs, and then they paid on the very last day of the judgment.
The police report may serve nicely for all pertinent evidence, but pictures would definitely help explain all of the events if court is necessary (and writing down the details of what happened NOW is much easier than 3 months from now).
Gentle hugs ... and don't be surprised if YOU are startled and seemingly overly-cautious for the next few months. It's natural, and prudent.
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Oh, I'm so very sorry. What a gentle soul.
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Baby loves road kill too
. The worst consequence was finding that she picked up some nasty worms that had to be treated with antibiotics. Symptom: diarrhea.
If you do notice diarrhea, you might want to make sure to stay on top of yard cleanup so that you don't have recurrences of the infection.
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Mine refused to eat it. I'd break the tablets into quarters, and I'd find 8 little pieces of fresh factors in the bottom of their food bowls.
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My hounds are also approaching 12yo (Baby turns 12 tomorrow, and Riley in December). Riley's always been a bit picky, but usually only when his tummy is bothering him. I've noticed both are losing weight and getting picky on their foods. But Riley's teeth are deteriorating, and is a probable cause for his symptoms. Baby's appetite isn't waning, but she's been losing weight.
So ... if your pup is otherwise healthy (don't forget to check those TEETH), try some different toppers. Softer kibble might be needed (so just add more broth). I'm finding Riley prefers slightly warmed food (again, indicating a mouth issue). Add some Ensure (generic is fine ... vanilla higher calorie version is safest). Try some peanut butter snack cups to add calories in between meals (I give kongs when I leave the house, but will also give an occasional "peanut butter to go cup", watching the frequency to avoid causing problems that would lead to pancreatitis from too much fat).
My dogs LOVE Stella & Chewy's ... but they started turning away from the Duck flavor (also the beef ). the Chicken flavor is a staple in my house, as is the Rabbit .... both crumble nicely (beef can sometimes be 'hard').
Try rotisserie chicken to get some stronger flavor on the chx ... its a go-to for me as well.
good luck!
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Oh, my heart is crying for you. I'm so glad, though, that you were able to find the issue without immense suffering, and that your little girl got to feel the love of her forever family in her final hours.
Gentle hugs.
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Young Living sells globally (usually through distributors or ebay), and has an oil blend called R.C., which is wonderful on respiratory issues for people and animals (Dr. Melissa Shelton, DVM, includes this in her top oils for treatment of all animals). Hopefully this is accessible for you.
I had to order my Manuka Honey (with high enough strength) directly from New Zealand ... shipping expense was AWFUL, but worth the expense.
Back to your original question, though ... you may already have your beautiful girl's response to your question. Listen to your heart.
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For towel cone-of-shame: Smaller bath towel or larger hand towel, folded lengthwise to be a bit smaller than the width of your grey's neck. Wrap around the neck and secure (you can use duct tape, vetwrap, or a scarf).
For an injury on the leg, Manuka honey and some vetericyn should make a big difference, and a muzzle with stool guard (or duct-tape equivalent) can protect the injury and help it heal faster (ideally, in conjunction with keeping determined hound from licking).
good luck!
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I take a 1/2 slice of cheese and make a tylan sandwich for the hounds when they need it ... it goes down quickly and no issues with the taste. Much easier than filling capsules, in my opinion, but they'll also work too.
And good to know about the carrots (lol).
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My Riley's had a fussy tummy since I got him, and he prefers to eat dinner and a midnight snack rather than a big breakfast. Since I frequently have food-assertive visitors, making sure that my hounds get at least SOME food in their tummy twice a day is important. BTW, I feed a partially raw diet (Riley made it very clear that beef can be raw, but chicken M.U.S.T. be cooked - I've learned that boneless/skinless chicken baked with a light spread of coconut milk has been deemed suitable by his majesty).
Now that both of mine are nearly 12, I'm also having to use more tricks to get them to eat (Riley moreso than Baby). I'm now hitting the picky eater syndrome a couple times a week.
If the issue is a gurgly tummy, I test Riley's health with a Marrow Bone treat (Riley's version of a saltine cracker), and then give a gas-x if his tummy is wonky (Riley gets paint-peeling gas after a round of tummy gurgles, and the gas-x allows us to stay in the same house while he recovers. Vet approves, btw). I don't worry if he doesn't eat for a few hours - he'll make up for it at dinner (if I put his food away, I might give him an extra few ounces of food at dinner, but not a double-meal). If it seems to be picky-puppy-syndrome, I use the dregs in the bags of Stella & Chewy's dehydrated chicken patties (which are balanced meals, but have been used as treats from day 1 with my hounds). We call them "sprinkles" or "bribes",
good luck with finding the magic combination for your own senior menu!
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muzzle - definitely. A bit of peanut butter on the inside of the muzzle cup makes this a 1-person job if you need it.
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Olewo Carrots are amazing ... they don't result in firm poops in my hounds, but I know they're good for the dogs and my dogs will eat them (something that isn't a given)
So glad you're getting good results on your new diet!
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Angel Aka My Indigo Angel
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I'm so very sorry. Gentle hugs.