Mercsmom Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Mercury just had two teeth removed, premolars, one on each side. For the next two weeks, he's on a soft food diet. As he gets water in his kibble all I have to do is let it soak for a few minutes. Treats... on the other hand.... Merc gets "paid to poop". When he comes in from performing an act of elimination, he gets small biscuits. At bedtime he gets a big . The vet said "no crunching for two weeks". So, now what do I do? As we're talking about multiple little treats during the day, that's too much cheese. The only raw vegetable he likes is zucchini. Turns his nose up at fruit. I'm thinking of opening a can of cooked carrots but I'd like your ideas too, please. Quote Momma to Jupiter. Mummy to my Bridge Angels, Mercury and Liberty, the world's best blackngreylabhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Mini mooshies are perfect for this. Good luck Merc! Two toofers are nada (so would have said Trevor Double-Heart, who lost 30 at one dental.) You'll be fine Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 They make training treats that are soft and tiny. The brand we usually get is Zune’s minis, but read the package carefully, they also make crunchy treats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerseyGrey Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Peanut butter on the end of your finger might work. It’s a little bit crunchy but strips of red pepper might work too. Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fostr_Mom Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 (edited) Three dog bakery has some soft treats. My dogs are crazy about them. How about some small pieces of string cheese. I get the Sargento Balance Breaks for a snack for me, but the dogs love the small pieces of cheese and Candy loves the cranberry pieces. Does Merc like fruit? Cantaloup, blueberries, something like that. Well, I didn't read your post well. Looks like he is picky about his treats. Training treats are small and usually soft. I bought some that were rabbit and the dogs went nuts over those. Edited April 9, 2021 by Fostr_Mom Quote <p>Mom to Kyle (Diehard Kyle) & Angel Gracie (KB's Sankey) Foster Mom for AFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 I buy the Merrick soft treats to reward on our walks. They are pretty tiny. 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...
Mercsmom Posted April 9, 2021 Author Share Posted April 9, 2021 I shall look for soft training treats and mini moosies. He's turning his snoot up at fruit or I'd have started with blueberries. Thanks for your ideas. Quote Momma to Jupiter. Mummy to my Bridge Angels, Mercury and Liberty, the world's best blackngreylabhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmettobug Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 America's Vet Dogs treats, the trio gives them 6 paws up! Quote Current Crew: Gino-Gene-Eugene! (Eastnor Rebel: Makeshift x Celtic Dream); Fuzzy the Goo-Goo Girl (BGR Fuzzy Navel: Boc's Blast Off x Superior Peace); Roman the Giant Galoot! (Imark Roman: Crossfire Clyde x Shana Wookie); Kitties Archie and Dixie Forever Missed: K9 Sasha (2001-2015); Johnny (John Reese--Gable Dodge x O'Jays) (2011-19); the kitties Terry and Bibbi; and all the others I've had the privilege to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Also nanas, sweet potato, and pancakes! One pancake can reward several poops lol. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 (edited) Teeny bites of boiled chicken. He’ll probably just swallow it without chewing. Bits of raw ground beef. Smooshed bits of hot dog. Meat baby food. Edited April 9, 2021 by LaFlaca Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted April 10, 2021 Share Posted April 10, 2021 Jeter and Milo gave 2 paws up to soft Three Dog Bakery treats when they were eating soft foods after Milo's extractions. There's a variety of flavors. But they say that they wish I had thought of the hamburger. Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moo Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 As an owner of a grey with about 10 teeth left, I'd recommend boiled chicken cut up small, hot dogs cut up small, peanut butter or maybe some pasta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukasmom Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 On 4/9/2021 at 10:56 AM, Remolacha said: They make training treats that are soft and tiny. The brand we usually get is Zune’s minis, but read the package carefully, they also make crunchy treats. Zukes Mimi treats were just recalled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 The girls of Camp Broodie have been big fans of the Rachael Ray Nutrish Meatballs. They are soft but can also be broken in half if needed. They were one of the only treats that Kate would get up out of her bed to get from the person dispensing them. She normally preferred you to deliver all treats to her bed. I miss that girl. Amazon Link Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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