Guest FinnsMom Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 So we have had Finn now a little over a month, and have maybe had two firm poops the whole time. I tried pumpkin but that seemed to make his more soft. Someone on here (can't remember name or thread) posted about oatmeal. So, this morning I made a bit of oatmeal and added 1/4 cup to his kibble and his first poop of the day was nice and firm. It's amazing how picking up a nice firm dog poop can brighten the day. LOL So I have to say a HUGE thanks to whomever it was that posted about oatmeal. I'll be adding it to each of his meals now and hopefully this isn't a one poop deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 And, it only costs about $2.50. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Oatmeal also has some kind of calming factor in it. My dogs are more mellow when I give them oatmeal. It's also very good for their bloodstream and arterial system. And someone told me that the fiber is just about perfect for anal gland health. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feisty49 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Did you use old-fashioned cooked oatmeal or instant? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KPS915 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Do you cook it or just sprinkle it on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brit1 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Oat flakes are great, my dogs love them soaked overnight in goat milk for breakfast with half a cooked sweet potato Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FinnsMom Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Did you use old-fashioned cooked oatmeal or instant? I used the quick cook oatmeal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 I use Quaker Old Fashioned Oats, approximately 4 teaspoons per 60 pound dog, just pour some boiling water on them (enough to cover well) and let them soak until cool. Then I add it to their food (they are raw fed). I also add about half a teaspoon of Garden of Life Perfect Food Raw Organic Powder Nutritional Supplement, which contains a lot of dried vegetables, vegetable sprouts, and grasses. Then mix it all together and serve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beledi Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Steel cut oats here. I eat them for breakfast and often make enough for the dogs. A little extra work, but worth it. I start them the night before. Quote "Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the day comes God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man." Persian Proverb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kaila Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Oatmeal was the only thing that helped to stop my Golden Retriever's chronic diarrhea when she was on a very rich kibble (Orijen puppy). Worked like a charm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sirsmom Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 I'll have to try it; good advice for a touchy tummy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mb_in_md Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 We have used beet pulp fiber (available at the feed store for under $10 for a lifetime supply). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sue62 Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 It doesn't make them gassy? We all know we wouldn't want to add any fuel to the fire with that topic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FinnsMom Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 (edited) Nope, he's hardly had any gas since I added the oatmeal to his meals. And when he does start to make my eyes water I just take him for a walk, he poops, and all is good again. We have used beet pulp fiber (available at the feed store for under $10 for a lifetime supply). I juice and often use beets in what I make so if I kept the beet pulp would that be the same as what is bought in the stores? I could either dehydrate it or just add it to his meal as is. Edited October 31, 2012 by FinnsMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 I juice and often use beets in what I make so if I kept the beet pulp would that be the same as what is bought in the stores? I could either dehydrate it or just add it to his meal as is. Beet pulp fiber is derived from sugar beets, which are not the same thing as edible red beets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FinnsMom Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Thanks. I didn't think they were the same but thought I'd ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brit1 Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 I feed in a similar fashion. They get raw meats (usually ground with bone) plus green vegetables run through the food processor and with another meal they get the soaked oat flakes (usully soaked in goat milk but often I will make a bone broth with soup bones and use the liquid for soaking). with cooked swet potato and either a small amount of canned pink salmon/sardines in water-no salt or steamed whiting filet.. Sometimes I mix oat and barley flakes and soak them both per Juliette de Bairacli Levy who raised the worlds top afghan hounds. I use a mix of ground dry herbs for supplement plus oil. brit I use Quaker Old Fashioned Oats, approximately 4 teaspoons per 60 pound dog, just pour some boiling water on them (enough to cover well) and let them soak until cool. Then I add it to their food (they are raw fed). I also add about half a teaspoon of Garden of Life Perfect Food Raw Organic Powder Nutritional Supplement, which contains a lot of dried vegetables, vegetable sprouts, and grasses. Then mix it all together and serve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest june Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 During the cooler months I crock pot a suppliment for my girls that has chicken, chopped apple, oatmeal, zucchini and carrots. They get about 1/2c mixed in their food and love it. At first I was afraid they would protest when I stopped it in the warmer weather, but they transition back to plain kibble without a fuss. It's a bit of extra work, but cooking it in the crock pot makes it much easier. Some people cook chicken until the bones turn to mush, but I remove the bones after it is cooked. The girls love it! No problems with soft stools or gas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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