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| Subject | Date Asked |
| orijen and acana dog food | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: Lexee is a 3 yr old yorkie/chihuahua, 9 lbs, healthy female. The only dry dog food that she will eat ... A: Of course, you are welcome. I guess you really do have your answer then...from the vet. Just don't ... | |
| custom homemade diet | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: In order for some weight reduction, my dog's homemade diet was changed somewhat. She was 20 lbs. and ... A: I absolutely do not know how I overlooked your mail but I did. I am so sorry as this really is ... | |
| My dogs losing weight | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: My lhasa apso sparkles has been losing weight like crazy but she's eating so I'm not sure what else ... A: I would like you to take a stool sample to your vet and have it tested. Any dog who is losing ... | |
| orijen and acana dog food | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: Lexee is a 3 yr old yorkie/chihuahua, 9 lbs, healthy female. The only dry dog food that she will eat ... A: Sorry that it's taken me so long to get back to you. I've had several knee appts and wasn't near my ... | |
| Dog with IBD | 1/31/2012 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old dog. She is a Brittany Spaniel and she was recently diagnosed with Inflammatory ... A: I just spent 20 minutes responding to your letter and promptly lost it. It was long and informative ... | |
| Bladder Stones | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 ½ year old Maltese/Pomeranian mix about 1 ½ - 2 months ago she was diagnosed with a ... A: I have been flattened by a herniated disc and have not been able to be on the computer. this is why ... | |
| Dog with kidney failure | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I am a firm believer in a none commercial diet for my dog. However, my dog "Neo" has been diagnosed ... A: Conventional treatment focuses on treating symptoms and managing the disease with fluid therapy, ... | |
| Frozen ready made pet foods | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: Do you know of anywhere which sells frozen, ready made healthy pet meals for dogs? I want to start ... A: Barbara, I do know a place or two that sell what you want and even a variation of what you want. I ... | |
| We have an American 1 yr old in need of advice on food | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: We are a young married couple with three small kid! We take parenting serious and love our dog like ... A: Sorry about no repsonse. Caught in hurricane in vT..no internet service or power. Write to me at ... | |
| Food & Supplements | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: I guess I have 2 questions. I have a 3 year old black lab who seems to have had digestive issues ... A: HOw are you doing with Donia? Getting the help you need? Write to dazzlindaawg@aol.com since there, ... | |
| Food & Supplements | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I guess I have 2 questions. I have a 3 year old black lab who seems to have had digestive issues ... A: My heart goes out to you because when I rescued my abandoned, sick Yorkie four years ago, I went ... | |
| probiotics for dogs | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering what is a good maintainance everyday probiotic supplement for dogs?My 9 year old dog ... A: I spent over 30 min's writing you a letter and then got timed out and lost it. I am so frustrated. ... | |
| probiotics for dogs | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering what is a good maintainance everyday probiotic supplement for dogs?My 9 year old dog ... A: Meant to get back to you sooner but couldn't. Anyway, yes, I have a great suggestion for you re: ... | |
| what to feed my 2 month old TYLER | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I am feeding my TYLER milk and pedigree(dog food) and canned chicken. Although he eats ... A: I just answered your question in length and promptly lost it. Anyway, I doubt if you will like my ... | |
| Yorkie with Struvites | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: My yorkie just had surgery to remove 7 large struvite stones. She is 5 lbs. She has always had dry ... A: I've just moved and I am swamped with things to do, obviously. I also have three little dogs that ... | |
| RE: 4 year old dog always hungry | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: she has been desexed, and currenty being fed, 100gms tin food one day then 100gms raw meat the next. ... A: I am so sorry for the delay in getting back to you but I've just moved and I am so busy. Moving is ... | |
| need a reveiw on a product | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: Have you heard about this product on this web site for a diabetic dog with cataracts ? ... A: I will send your question to my nutritionist since TRUTHFULLY, I have not heard of this food. Susan ... | |
| High Potassium levels | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: My Cocker Spaniel is 14 years old. The last 2 years his potassium blood levels have been on the ... A: I know a LITTLE about this situation but after my suggestions I want you to contact my mentor and ... | |
| Homemade dog food recipes for specific breed and age | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have four dogs ; 6 month old chinese shar pei, 5 month old German shepherd, 6 month old great Dane ... A: I was sure I responded to this question so I am a little confused. Have you thought about home ... | |
| Diets | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 18 week old male chi. x with calcium oxalate crystals. All ready to feed food for this ... A: Ok, my suggestion to contact DONIASEA@AOL.COM still is what you should and must do for real ... | |
| Supplement Purchase | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: ..First, want to Thank you for the valuable information in your answers...So far, I have started at ... A: And yes, Of course, I can share with you where to get my supplements. I would like you to Contact ... | |
| Dog food | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a mini foxie X Tenterfield terrier she is 9 (human) years old this July. I was wondering if ... A: I get so sad when I read about a dog who has the signs of aging and has pain. I have three dogs (two ... | |
| Diets | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 18 week old male chi. x with calcium oxalate crystals. All ready to feed food for this ... A: What a shame that your YOUNG pup is ALREADY suffering with this issue. YOu didn't mention seeing a ... | |
| Puppy's food | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 months Corgi. His name is cupid. I bought it from one of the breeder in Hongkong. And he ... A: I have heard of Nutri-cal but only as a supplement for puppies. I don't know what they have in HOng ... | |
| stones in urinary tract | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: My Yorkie had an operation about 9 days ago in FL (We winter there) for urinary tract stones. He is ... A: I am going to do my utmost to provide some suggestions for you, I promise you that. BUT, you MUST ... | |
| Diet for dog with oxalate stones | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old female miniature schnauzer, she underwent surgery on July/09 to remove bladder ... A: I am going to do my utmost to provide some suggestions for you, I promise you that. BUT, you MUST ... | |
| dog | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: Two questions: 1. Is puppy/dog okay with the same food everyday or should we mix it up? 2. How ... A: 1. It's not only ok, it is just about the only way to go with a puppy and sometimes even adult dogs. ... | |
| Royal Canin dog food | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: My dog will not eat canned Royal Canin urinary tract dog food by itself.She will eat a mixture of ... A: Who put your dog on Royal Canin? It is not a good food at all. Is she on a prescription Royal Canin ... | |
| Canine Seizure Protein Related? | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently switched my dog's food to a very high quality all meat because she was having skin ... A: Let me apolgize profusely for seeming to have ignored you which I would never do. I've JUST moved ... | |
| Is this a good dry dog food for my small dog? | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a purebred miniature long-haired dachshund. She is a rescue dog(got her after she'd been ... A: CAn you stop feeding your dog any kibble at all? Or if not completely, then just a little for a ... | |
| pH problems | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Have a 4.5 year old Shih Tzu with constant urinary problems. Was recently on Uroeze (800 Milligrams ... A: I certainly hope that you got my email telling you that I was moving and that I had real problems ... | |
| Loose Stools | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: . I have a 10 month old great dane named Meha. Its been about 2 weeks since I've switched her food ... A: I haven't had internet access for a week and wont have it for another week I'm on the Droid now and ... | |
| Best dog food to prevent recurrence of silica stones | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Our 10 yr old german shepherd had surgery 2 wks ago to remove a large number of bladder stones. ... A: Just to let you know that after this response I will be out of touch for about a week. I am moving ... | |
| Weight and Diet | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: Before I met my dog my sisters and mom had already gotten her on a habit of eating twice a day. My ... A: I am right in the middle of moving and am very pressed for time. Sorry I didn't get back to you ... | |
| vomiting once a week | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: My 10 1/2 year old Mini Schnauzer has been vomiting once a week to 10 days for the last 2-2 1/2 ... A: Forgive the delay in my response. I am moving and am swamped. I have barely turned the computer on ... | |
| Miniature Schnauzer - Diet for Fatty Lipomas | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: Good afternoon! I have a spayed almost 9 year old female Schnauz who is getting very large fatty ... A: I am NOT a proponent of any commercial dog food but sometimes we ALL fall into this scenario. I cook ... | |
| Dog food for a 14 yr old diabetic dog | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 14 and has been diabetic for 3 years and doing very good. I give 16 units of Humulin N ... A: You are quite correct about that SD dog food..it is quite terrible and non-nitritions. However, your ... | |
| homemade food | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: I would like to make my own food for my dogs and cats. Do you have a good recipe you can share? ... A: I was busy traveling and could not get back to you until now. I'm sorry about the delay. Could you ... | |
| home cooking recipes ....for my Welsh Corgi | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I would like to learn about home cooked meals for my dog. Where would I begin? I have a over weight ... A: I'm glad you decided to cook for your dog--you have already made a nice beginning. I would like you ... | |
| Protein content | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I recently changed foods to Acana Grasslands. I selected this brand because I have a dog with food ... A: I'll do the best I can to answer you reasonably. I am not a certified nutritionist nor have I ever ... | |
| Cat food for dog? | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Lhasa Apso who has been diagnosed with diabetes about 2 weeks ago. He has never ... A: Cat food is really bad for dogs. Please stop doing this--your Mom is wrong. It has all the wrong ... | |
| home cooking recipe for 12yr border terrier cross | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: and have found a recipe online that seems quite popular (and cheap as i really cant afford decent ... A: , Basically I like most of the ingredients but the drippings and soy sauce. Too fatty. Also if you ... | |
| boxer diet | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: how many times a 5 month old boxer pup should eat a day and how much should a 5 month boxer pup ... A: Three meals a day until six or seven months but do not over feed. After six months two meals a day ... | |
| Commercial food for IBD | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: Our family adopted a female rough coat collie from the city animal control department in January of ... A: I wanted to at least touch base with you before that vile Katie writes and threatens to drop me ... | |
| human food for dogs | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I have two dog's a miniature poodle, Shiloh and a fox terrier, Bella. And I am worried about feeding ... A: I am going to pass along to you, what three dog trainers said to me and the group I was in. We all ... | |
| dillon is picky. | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: My dog Dillon is a 4 year old border collie, cardigan corgi beagle mix sniffs his food and walks ... A: I am soooooooo sorry that I didn't respond in a timely fashion. I injured my back and have been out ... | |
| Home Cooked Food for a 11 year olf Peke | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: Currently i give him boiled boneless chicken mixed with veggies and ZiwiPeak an organic product.I ... A: Please start to give your Doodles some plain, bottled drinking water. She needs this. Sounds like ... | |
| Dermadex | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a cross breed puppy that seems to have everything going wrong for him. He is 9 months old and ... A: OMG, that poor puppy. I don't remember when I've read something so sad. You are doing the absolute ... | |
| skinny | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Chihuaha poodle mix who is almost 1 year old. I just got him yesterday and took him to the ... A: sounds like you saved this dog's life...kudos to you. I have three little dogs, two of whom are ... | |
| Dog food | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: Our miniature schnauser is 13 yrs old. Basically she has been a healthy dog except for seborrhea. So ... A: Can't say I blame you for wanting to get away from the Science foods...they are quite lousy. Did it ... | |
| I DONT KNOW WHAT TO FEED HIM | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: i BOUGHT MY SHIH SUE A FEW WEEKS AGO FROM A FRIEND, THE PUPPY DID NOT HAVE A HOME. HE IS NINE MONTHS ... A: I almost cried reading what is going with your shih-Tzu..especially THE GIVING OF STEROIDS????? WHY? ... | |
| nutrition | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a 9 week old bull terrier, hes been eating hills science plan biscuits (mini - stage 1). when ... A: You will not like this response but I will tell you the truth. Science diet is the worst food on the ... | |
| pit-bull puppy | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: Me and my husband we'v just got a 7 weeks pitbull puppy and we have no experience with dogs(but we ... A: PLEASE SEND ME YOUR PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS AND I WILL SEND YOU THE ADDRESS OF THE WOMAN WHO WILL ... | |
| Specific amounts of nutrients. | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: I don't know if you know the breed they are tall and skinny looking(low muscle mass). And he is ... A: I AM GOING TO RESPOND TO IN ALL CAPS SO YOU CAN SEE MY RESPONSES IN YOUR LETTER. IT'S THE BEST I CAN ... | |
| hungry dogs | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: They are on a dry food diet only to lose weight but I feel it is not sufficent for them. Any ... A: PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM PASTA/RICE...these are wheat products and some dogs are highly allergic to ... | |
| pit-bull puppy | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: Me and my husband we'v just got a 7 weeks pitbull puppy and we have no experience with dogs(but we ... A: , I hope you can read this cause it sure is small at my end. I have a new MacBook pro and am ... | |
| Canine ph of plus 9 | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: Today I had my 2 year old, 11 lb. Shitzu's urine tested as she has had bladder infection troubles in ... A: I am on my Droid right now-keyboard too difficult to deal with. Really wish you had used my email ... | |
| Canine ph of plus 9 | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: Today I had my 2 year old, 11 lb. Shitzu's urine tested as she has had bladder infection troubles in ... A: Ellen, I cannot tell a fib here. I do not have a medical background but I do have a wonderful, ... | |
| My dog is a very fussy eater | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I have an 8 months old Pushon (Pug x Bichone Frise). She used to eat Royal Canine Junior 88 for 2 - ... A: Please look for my response tomorrow. I wanted to write something to you so this site moderator ... | |
| Canine caloric needs | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: Scout is a Chihuahua who I recently rescued. He is fat. 7.7 lbs. My other Chihuahua, Butch, is ... A: Dogs use energy all the time but their “exact” requirement depends on their age, level of activity, ... | |
| Homemade diet for 10 mth Golden Ret | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently started cooking for my 10 month-old golden retriever (about 70 lbs)after having him on ... A: Nancy, Wow, what a letter. I am soooooo sorry that I have not gotten here sooner and I plan to ... | |
| Dog allergies | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an 18 mo. Border Collie mix who was just diagnosed by the vet with allergies. He gave her ... A: What comes to mind immediately is when and how many vaccinations have you given your BC? I realize ... | |
| Should I switch dog food? | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old female border collie/terrier mix who is still a very active dog! No one ... A: I am so sorry that I didn't get back sooner. I had minor throat surgery and really didn't feel like ... | |
| Should I switch dog food? | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old female border collie/terrier mix who is still a very active dog! No one ... A: I am a big fan of the "if ain't broke, don't fix it" club but in this case you might want to ... | |
| dog food | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: Is it ok to feed my 5year old doberman senior food?I have a 13 year old westie and want to put him ... A: Please don't feed such a young dog senior food. Your younger dog will not be getting the vits and ... | |
| Dog Nutrition/Liver Disease | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: What type of foods can I prepare for my Lab mix. He is seven and has recently been diagnosed with ... A: Please send my your email address as i am having great difficulty forwarding an article to you that ... | |
| Digestion and Diet | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I would like some help with supplementing a home cooked diet for a 13 year old Female Labrador. She ... A: I apologize for not getting back to you immediately. I've had some dog issues and knee issues of my ... | |
| Poodle's coat | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I've been feeding my 4.6# white 10 yr. old female poodle Nutro dogfood & it thickened her coat ... A: I am sorry I couldn't respond immediately but I've been busy with a newly 'surgeried" right knee and ... | |
| Treats for Dogs that have had Bladder Stones | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: My 4 year old miniature schnauzer recently had surgery for bladder stone removal and is on Hills SD ... A: Sorry it took me a while to get back to you. I have been very busy and haven't been near the ... | |
| How to make homemade dog food | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for assistance finding some recipes for my Bichon with MANY allergies (see attached ... A: Donald, I JUST WROTE YOU A LOOOONG RESPONSE and it got lost in space and I am miffed. I spend a lot ... | |
| dog diets | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I have 6 mixed breed house dogs. 2 of the dogs have seizure disorders. One seizure dog, named ... A: Please feel free to email me at DazzlinDaawg@aol.com--this would be more direct, of course. In the ... | |
| fussy eater | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: av got 8mth old english bull terrier bitch,am havin trouble on feeding her as she sumtimes eat her ... A: Have you considered home cooking for your best friend? And if you do consider this, you must ... | |
| fussy eater | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: av got 8mth old english bull terrier bitch,am havin trouble on feeding her as she sumtimes eat her ... A: If you dog has been checked out thoroughly by a vet and is healthy but still fussy try giving him ... | |
| dog diets | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have 6 mixed breed house dogs. 2 of the dogs have seizure disorders. One seizure dog, named ... A: The diet you have your dogs on now ABSOLUTELY can be the source of your difficulties. And Kibbles ... | |
| eukaneba vs EVo for mini golden doodle | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: The breeder has been feeding him with Eukaneba but we have been getting better reviews on EVO. Can ... A: I don't know if this response will truly help or confuse you BUT I gave up on ALL commercial dog ... | |
| Evo Grain free | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old Maltese puppy and currently am feeding Royal Canine brand dog food. I would ... A: I just lost a long letter I wrote to you and now, because of time, this will have to be truncated ... | |
| Changing to a new food | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a female-English-Cocker-Spaniel. She is 7 month old. I have been feeding her, first with Halo ... A: Everything you have written to me is/are the reason(s)I stopped using all commercial dog food two ... | |
| IBD | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 12 1/2 year old husky who has really struggled with a new diagnosis of IBD. He is somewhat ... A: Are you the same Angela whote about her 12 1/2 year old pooch with UTI's? Has to be LOL. I don't ... | |
| Recurrent UTI's | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old female husky that weighs 58 pounds. We rescued her and immediately took her ... A: What you are doing NOW is just great. I would like to see you home cook for her and avoid all ... | |
| calcium oxalate stones | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old Pomeranian who has just had his 2nd surgical removal of calcium oxalate stones. ... A: I am not a vet but I want to help you. I can refer to someone that I KNOW would be happy to discuss ... | |
| why do my dog act hungry all the time | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: i have three poms around 11 pounds is there something elese i can get then thank you A: Why does your dog act hungry all of the time?? MOstly, I will guess, because he is a DOG!! LOL.Dogs ... | |
| Oxalate Stones | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: We have a shih tzu who has had two surgerys for Oxalate calcium stones in his bladder. We are trying ... A: I certainly do not mean to be rude at all, but I must ask you why home cooking is not an option??? ... | |
| allergies | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I just acquired a 7year old intact male golden retriever/irish setter mix. His owner tells me he is ... A: First of all, I encourage you to learn to read dog food labels and the list of priority ... | |
| struvite stones and urinary tract infections | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 13 year old cocker spaniel. I am trying to find recipes to make for her. I understand ... A: I asked my mentor for some help FOR YOU and below are a couple of recipes you might find helpful--I ... | |
| Hi | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: A: HOw old is your pup? Ok, since you have written me I will be honest with you, very honest. I never ... | |
| proper calcium ratio for homemade dog food | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have healthy five yearold Keeshond,I am trying homemade for Idont trust the industry anymore was ... A: I have healthy five yearold Keeshond,I am trying homemade for Idont trust the industry anymore was ... | |
| letter | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I just read your answer to the man who said he put salt in his dog's diet. You rightly warned him ... A: I just read your answer to the man who said he put salt in his dog's diet. You rightly warned him ... | |
| my westie wont eat his food | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: i have a westie he is 1 years old . i have him since he was 5 months and was feeding him dry food ... A: have a westie he is 1 years old . i have him since he was 5 months and was feeding him dry food ... | |
| Are berries safe for dogs? | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old Golden Retriever. I give Wholistic Canine Complete Joint Mobility to make sure ... A: Cranberries and Blueberries should be ok for dogs. If it were my dog though, I would buy organic ... | |
| need advice on homemade food for weight gain | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: It seems my dog has been losing weight for a while. I did not notice until I brushed her, bathed ... A: I have been sick. I promise to respond later today or by the latest, tomorrow. I am so sorry to ... | |
| Dog not eating | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 Yorkshire Terrier's that just turned 1 years old. FRom the beginning we have had a problem ... A: Should I stop putting small treats in his bowl? Because at this point it seems like the only thing ... | |
| Fussy Lhasa Abso male... | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old Lhasa Abso puppy/teenager. Up until recently he's been eating dog food - Hills ... A: I am scared to feed him too much of this though as I don't think it's too good for him and suspect ... | |
| Dog not eating | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 Yorkshire Terrier's that just turned 1 years old. FRom the beginning we have had a problem ... A: Ok, here is what I THINK might be happening. Your vet MAY be correct about it being a behavioral ... | |
| tiny worms in feed | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: My sister-in-law found little reddish brown worms that have legs in her dog food bowl,crawling ... A: Am going to use CAPS so you distinguish my response from what you wrote, ok? They're not in the ... | |
| High Carbohydrate diet vs High Protein Diet & Vetsulin dosage | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: There is enough conflicting information on the web now that supports both a high carbohydrate diet ... A: I spent over an hour writing to you and the letter got eaten by cyber space. I am sick over this as ... | |
| You were right | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a lab mix from the animal shelter. At the time they thought she was 3 months old, after ... A: PLEASE DO NOT GLAZE OVER FROM THIS ANSWER. HICCUPS ARE RELATED TO DIGESTION AND NOT A GOOD SIGN AND ... | |
| Need Change of Dog Food | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Our 7 year old black lab (95 lbs.) has a non-cancerous stomach growth and is having surgery today to ... A: I am going to give you a simplistic answer FOR NOW because I have already forwarded your letter to ... | |
| american bulldog allergy | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: my 2 year old American bulldog has allergies. I switched to all natural balance lamb and rice food ... A: Here is what I would suggest and exactly what I would do. STOP FEEDING ANY COMMERCIAL DOGS FOODS AND ... | |
| home cooking food | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: Our wiemaraner started spitting up his food so we started making chicken and rich with peas carrots ... A: Yes, it certainly sounds like your dog's diet needs tweaking!! Do you use probiotics? Digestive ... | |
| Dog disease | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I just want to confirm the true illness of my puppy.Im really confuse bout it. One day, I noticed ... A: Yes, you are giving her plenty of exercise..that is good. Yes, it could be that she has picked up a ... | |
| Dog disease | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I just want to confirm the true illness of my puppy.Im really confuse bout it. One day, I noticed ... A: Please tell me how old our puppy is. I am very glad to read that she is doing better and starting to ... | |
| low fat dog food for my bishons | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: Yes I would like the name and address of the lady you are speaking about. Maybe we could come up ... A: I am annoyed. I had written you quite an informative letter and somehow it gotten eaten by ... | |
| Dog disease | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I just want to confirm the true illness of my puppy.Im really confuse bout it. One day, I noticed ... A: TAKE YOUR PUPPY TO A VET. WHERE DID YOU GET HER? A PET SHOP??? A breeder? You MUST get her to a vet ... | |
| reasonably priced low fat dog food | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: We have two Bishons both on a low fat diet. They both have been hospitalized Bishons pancreatic ... A: I know about pancreatic issues and having to feed low fat. There are home-cooked diets out there ... | |
| stones | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: my 6 yr old lab has bladder stones for the 2nd time. after a 349.00 vet visit today he told me to ... A: You ask me about "my diet" and I will answer you as best I can. I home cook for my dogs. I, myself, ... | |
| Problems with 8 week spayed dog | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a lab mix from the animal shelter. At the time they thought she was 3 months old, after ... A: I want to give you a response tonite even if it's not as detailed as I would have liked. Tomorrow I ... | |
| Problems with 8 week spayed dog | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a lab mix from the animal shelter. At the time they thought she was 3 months old, after ... A: You should be just fine with your new pup even though she was spayed at eight weeks of age. Holding ... | |
| Diet for frequent UTI | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: My 11 year old Lab/Cocker Spaniel cross has frequent urinary tract infections. I monitor her ph ... A: It sounds to me that you are doing everything right except for, possibly, the herbal remedies you ... | |
| my dog keeps biting himself | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: over the past few months my yorkie has been chewing his back and legs vigorously. i can see this is ... A: I have two Yorkies, one of whom, chews her feet incessantly--so far no blood or skin lost though, ... | |
| Feeding a rescued cockapoo | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I recently rescued what we believe to be a cockapoo from the streets. He is underweight and I have ... A: oK, first of all, I have a question or two for you, ifyou don't mind. I think it is fantastic that ... | |
| bad breath | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 mix breed dogs. 2 years old and 1 1/2 yrs old have switched both dogs recently to taste of ... A: Is this food maybe not right for her ? My 2 year old has had great results HI, (using caps to ... | |
| meat ball recipe | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: you said to use the following amongst other things: Ground chicken Ground beef peas string beans ... A: I believe I ans. this query for you. Just make certain that the ingredients you use in the meatball ... | |
| food for great dane | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: Hes been having a problem with diharrea and i was wondering if it would be better the feed him real ... A: Hes been having a problem with diharrea and i was wondering if it would be better the feed him real ... | |
| meat ball recipe | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: you said to use the following amongst other things: Ground chicken Ground beef peas string beans ... A: i AM REALLY LOST HERE. When did I say to use the ingredients above in meat balls? I would love to ... | |
| Yogurt to help digestion | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: My dog is about 2 years old, male (neutered), 33 pounds. We adopted him from the local shelter 7 ... A: I heard that yogurt with live cultures is a good way to restore the balance in the digestive system, ... | |
| Feeding puppy | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: We just got a norwegian elkhound 2 days ago he is almost 9 weeks old, he is 2.4kg. How much food ... A: The proper food for large breed puppies will have an ample high-quality protein source and will not ... | |
| king charles spaniel x cairn terrier | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: what can king Charles spaniel x cairn terrier eat when its a puppy? and what bad for it to eat? what ... A: Is this a new Puppy? What did the breeder feed it? It is always best to feed a new pup what the ... | |
| chocolate poisoning | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: my dog was recently exposed to a chocolate chip muffin rapper. i know that chocolate is toxic to ... A: Please relax!! Your dog didn't get enough chocolate to harm a flea. I wish the alarmists out there ... | |
| 4yr old Golden in Kidney Failure | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm currently feeding my golden KD wet food which he is eating but I'm reading alot of controversial ... A: Sorry it has taken me so long to get back to you but I was on the road unexpectedly. I am not a vet ... | |
| food allergies | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: bella, my 8yr. old bichon has been allergy tested by vet, also from home observation. ... A: First of all, stop listening to anyone who thinks you coddle. Ask them if they kids or grandkids and ... | |
| Complete home cooked diet | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have two bichon/poodle mixes. I have always cooked for them...mixed healthy variety of foods. The ... A: My responses are in all caps, ok? I have two bichon/poodle mixes. I HAVE THREE DOGS--TWO YORKIES ... | |
| Dog food | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I am getting a new puppy this week (British Lab). Currenty they feed the dog Nutrisource large ... A: This is the first time I have heard of this food. I researched it and it certainly, as far as ... | |
| Need diet info | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Have 85 lb mixed lab, with epilepitcus seizures, on pheno barb, triple bromide ... A: Sure--with all of those meds, you need to have him on a probiotic (and not just any ole probiotic ... | |
| feeding and diet | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: Is cooked vegetables ok for an older dog. ( pertically potatoes and broccoli ). A: Lightly steamed veggies are ok. make sure they are organic veggies and fruits (you should be using ... | |
| Dog diet | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: Would it be alright to give dogs chlorophyll in liquid form as a supplement? Also, my dog eats cat ... A: I can guarantee you that your dogs have a bad odor because of diet. I would never add chlorophyll as ... | |
| Need to lower my dog's PH level | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Jack Russell. About a month ago he started to urinate blood so I took him to ... A: Here are a rew suggestions starting with a short list: Antibiotic therapy (in certain cases) Water ... | |
| my 4wk old pup | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: i just gotten a 4week old maltese mixed, and i would like to know what is the proper food he should ... A: Four weeks old? What kind of breeder would let a puppy go that soon? That is unconscionable...way ... | |
| my 3 year old cockapoo | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: How much food (in cups) should a cockapoo about 3 years old eat? ANSWER: That is a question that ... A: I think you have solved your own problem. There is no set amount to feed any dog, no matter what the ... | |
| my 3 year old cockapoo | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: How much food (in cups) should a cockapoo about 3 years old eat? A: That is a question that requires several questions before anyone can answer you accurately because ... | |
| Pano | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know your thoughts regarding Panosteitis or "pano." I noticed my 5 month old German ... A: I really thought I answered your question..I did, didn't I? At any rate, I will address what I see ... | |
| Can dog eat peanut butter? | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I been hearing alot of people saying that it is Okay to feed your dog peanut butter, is that true? ... A: Organic Pnut butter in moderation is ok. Organic Pnut butter is the best and safest to give. I don't ... | |
| Weight and body condition | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old Belgian Shepherd, who weighs around 14/16kg. I am very concerned that he is to ... A: It sounds like you are doing everything right. Have you had your dog checked out completely by your ... | |
| Fox Terrier puppy always hungry | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 1/2 old mix fox terrier/Chihuahua - more fox terrier though. Very active. Being crate ... A: I'm sorry it took me so long to get back to you. I have had my own dog problems--I have three. Your ... | |
| YORKIE NOT EATING | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: My Yorkshire Terrier is currently 11 months. I have "shared custody" of the dog with my girlfriend ... A: I have two Yorkies and a shih-tzu and have had some eating fussiness with the Yorkies. I hope I can ... | |
| great dane | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: We have a 7 month old Great Dane and have recently switched to 2 meals per day. He is on Fromm adult ... A: Ok, I think I see a couple of problems here..certainly not life threatening. First of all, why the ... | |
| NutraGold | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I've switched to NutraGold Large Breed Puppy, but haven't seen this brand mentioned as a good brand. ... A: I am finding out quickly that the dog foods we have here in the states are not always available in ... | |
| Enlarged Heart & Eating | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: Willow is a 5 year old MacKenzie River Husky & lab mix. He went off his feed, so on March 17th we ... A: I definitely hear your dilemma. And now I understand completely what your concerns are. All I can ... | |
| Enlarged Heart & Eating | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: Willow is a 5 year old MacKenzie River Husky & lab mix. He went off his feed, so on March 17th we ... A: Here is what I would do if I were you but, of course, I am not you!! "He will eat moose meat and ... | |
| Dog Food: Types & Amounts | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: This is a 2 partI am not sure about the type of food to give my dogs or the amounts. I have 3 ... A: Ok, you are feeding dry and wet foods. This is bascially ok except I question you LAMB choice. I ... | |
| dog food secret | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I'm karleen based on Tanjungpinang , a small city in Indonesia. i'm a petshop owner here, and i've ... A: AM USING ALL CAPS SO YOU CAN DISTINGUISH MY PERSONAL RESPONSE TO YOU FROM THE ARTICLE BELOW THAT i ... | |
| Re: Food | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me what is a good named brand food that is nutritionally balanced that I can purchase ... A: ! I'm not sure you will like my response to your question but I am going to be very upfront with ... | |
| My Dog Has a Food Allergy | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old male Jack Russell Terrier named Biscuit. My sisters like to give him treats all ... A: I need a little time to answer your question and I will try. If your family will not stop the treats ... | |
| Nursing on flank | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a rescued 1 year old doberman pinscher who tends to occasionally "nurse" on his flanks when ... A: Nursing on onesself is usually a sign of stress or boredom. I am not an expert in the behavioral ... | |
| Dog food | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a bullmastiff mix with shepherd he weights 85lbs .what is the best food that I can feed ... A: There are many high end or premium dog foods out there. I would never go for just a cheaper or less ... | |
| regarding c/d diet food | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: i have an 14 year old Cocker spaniel mixed with chihuahua she had stones and were remove from her ... A: Please go buy some hormone free, antibiotic free boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Poach or steam ... | |
| Sometime fussy eater | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Is there anything that I can sprinkle on my dogs food from my spice collection, that will entice her ... A: If your dog is a fussy eater or is not eating at all, then I assume she has been checked out ... | |
| Seizures and Good Life dog food | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old Whippet. I recently went to the store to buy her some dog food and they didn't ... A: I'm not sure you will like what I am going to say but I'll take a chance. You must get your dog OFF ... | |
| weight gain | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: hv been suffering for years :D , my dog is german shepherd he is gettin very slim he is 8 years ... A: Are you feeding your dog a good premium dog food or homecooking for him? With a great premium dog ... | |
| Feeding a Fox Terrier (mini) | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: .. I am wanting to know what to feed my new puppies... One is 7 months old and the other is 8 weeks ... A: Oh my gosh, I have so many suggestions..you have no idea. But I need to know a couple of things ... | |
| skin issues | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: My dog has developed some kind of skin problem on his one side . It started as a small dark spot and ... A: First of all, I will NOT try to play doctor with your dog's health but I am going to make a few ... | |
| Change in Food | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: We have a one year old english bulldog. We stay in Seychelles and had been feeding him with locally ... A: It would be my pleasure to get you on the right track with your bulldog. And by the way, a "quality" ... | |
| Change in Food | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a one year old english bulldog. We stay in Seychelles and had been feeding him with locally ... A: I am not sure you are going to like my response at all because it has to do with your vet's ... | |
| Beef Heart | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old greyhound (Ramsey) who is a picky eater (like a cat!). He will eat fine for a ... A: Getting a dog to eat is one of the most complicated management, health care, behavior modification, ... | |
| Raw Food Diet | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 months old Shih Tzu puppy. I just started her on the raw food. Currently I am mixing half ... A: In my previous response to you I gave you the true EXPERT'S email. She will not charge you and I ... | |
| milk | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: my shit zu had 5 puppies what can i feed her so she produces more mild she is eating nutro choice ... A: I am NOT an expert on nursing dogs but I'll share a few of the things I do know. Then I will ask you ... | |
| Raw Food Diet | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 months old Shih Tzu puppy. I just started her on the raw food. Currently I am mixing half ... A: First of all, the owners of pet food stores pretend they know more than they do!! Same with any ... | |
| food/ treat question | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: Ok so i finally got my 5month yr old chihuahua to eat hard puppy food. With one small problem.. ... A: Wow, I have a couple of questions for you before I even attempt to answer this. 1) Why are you ... | |
| puppy food | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: whats the best thing i should be giving my 2 14 week old bull mastiffs to eat?and how much of it A: Obviously, you just got two new pups. I hope you are financially ok because your dog food bill will ... | |
| In my country we dont have such a good dog food! | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: i have a couple of puppies Pomeranians, and a been reading on this site about dog brands food, the ... A: Many people do not like to cook, period!! Of the foods you mentioned to me, all three are pretty ... | |
| c/d dog food | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: My dog, Approx 6-7 year old female beagle, was recently diagnosed with a bladder infection. After ... A: Well, when I hear the word antibiotics the hackles go up on my spine! However, sometimes they are ... | |
| How many times and how much should I feed my dogs | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I have two Boston Terriers the male is 4 years old and the female is 2 years old. I would like to ... A: It is hard to judge amts one should feed without having more info. But generally, feeding once a day ... | |
| In my country we dont have such a good dog food! | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: i have a couple of puppies Pomeranians, and a been reading on this site about dog brands food, the ... A: Your choices are limited and besides I am not a big fan of commercial dog food, preferring instead ... | |
| my dogs health | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 chiuhawhas 5/6 years olds. My problem is the female is realy overwieght to where you cant ... A: For starters, cut down on her food. Yes??? If you continue to let your family members feed her what ... | |
| puppy feeding | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: my labrador puppy is 2 & half months old what should i feed her i prefer home made food rather than ... A: Sorry it took me some time to get back to you. Please be careful of home cooking. If you do not know ... | |
| nutrition | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a 9(nine)year old beagle//terrier mix. She is is the runt of the litter and weighs 20 ... A: First of all, have you had your vet check her out? Stools, bloodwork etc.? A dog who loses weight ... | |
| sodium content in dog food | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: My 12 year old dog has heart disease and recently (suddenly) developed diarrhea on most canned dog ... A: Sorry it took me so long to get back to you..my life has been crazy. Be careful of home cooking as ... | |
| Dog Food | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I was looking into natural and holistic dog foods and I was wondering which one you would recommend ... A: I've been out of town and also job interviewing so I haven't much time for this computer. I am so ... | |
| Dog Food | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I was looking into natural and holistic dog foods and I was wondering which one you would recommend ... A: I've been using Nature's Variety frozen, raw, organic chicken medallions for almost a year. Many, ... | |
| DIET | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: MY VET PUT MY SHIH TZU ON SCIENCE DIET S/D CANNED FOOD BECAUSE SHE HAS TOO MANY CRYSTALS IN HER ... A: Very sorry to hear about your dog..wonder how old she is!! I don't feed my dogs anything commercial ... | |
| dry vs wet dog food | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know what the benafits are to feeding a dog wet dog food. on top of his dry food ... A: It's just a matter of preference I suppose. I cannot think of any particular BENEFITS or drawbacks ... | |
| Struvite crystals in 10 month puppy | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old male Shih Tzu puppy that had a very strong , foul smelling urine. I took him ... A: I am not a vet and am not THAT familiar with the problem you are having. Unfortunately, I have heard ... | |
| Followup | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: My vet didn't really say anything about his weight. He's really hyper all the time, and active. I'm ... A: Good poop is firm without any traces of blood or mucous. If you KNOW that the carrots or lettuce is ... | |
| Followup | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: My vet didn't really say anything about his weight. He's really hyper all the time, and active. I'm ... A: My little dog is six years old and still hyper--she healthy but wired!! Anyway, just make sure you ... | |
| nutritional analysis | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: I am going to be getting a pit bull puppy and shes a bit on the small side (maybe 40 pounds if shes ... A: All puppies need more fat than adult dogs so don't forget this. I am not so savvy as to be able to ... | |
| type of food for my cairn | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I just got a cairn terrier about three weeks ago, and he has been on Royal Canin for puppies... I ... A: I definitely do not think that 1/4 cup three times a day is too much. I wonder if it is enough, ... | |
| type of food for my cairn | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I just got a cairn terrier about three weeks ago, and he has been on Royal Canin for puppies... I ... A: You are most welcome! Now do learn to read dog food labels, make a selection based on the great ... | |
| type of food for my cairn | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I just got a cairn terrier about three weeks ago, and he has been on Royal Canin for puppies... I ... A: The good news is that there is a better grade on the market than the Royal Canin. The Bad news is ... | |
| reply about 5 month old husky | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I use the sweet potato chunks for training purposes. Lately I've been considering making him dog ... A: First of all, Solid Gold, as I FOUND OUT WITH MY PUP, is way too RICH for most puppy's delicate ... | |
| reply about 5 month old husky | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I use the sweet potato chunks for training purposes. Lately I've been considering making him dog ... A: The training treats are fine, just not too many of them. If you do decide to cook for him, then you ... | |
| Is the food I'm feeding my pup to rich? | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old husky. I've been feeding him solid gold wolf cub and he has diarrhea. The vet ... A: I definitely agree with your trainer. Just because you have a big pup, who looks and acts strong, ... | |
| Soy | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: Can my puppy have milk and or soy protien? Thank you. A: I would stay away from all soy products with your pup. Yes, you will see differing opinions on this ... | |
| Which dog food has the Lowest PH ? | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Vet stated mini schnauzers should eat foods with the lowest ph levels. Naturally, he wanted to sell ... A: Oh how I hate to answer a question with a question but here goes. Is your pooch a normal, healthy, ... | |
| Food for Tiny Toy Poodle | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: My girl is 14 and has a combo renal/heart failure problems. She takes yucky medicine for both ... A: Ok, I am not a vet nor a certified nutritionist so all I can do is suggest things that have worked ... | |
| Poor Appetite | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I own a 7 1/2 month Black Russian Terrier. He is very large for his age. My problem is his poor ... A: I want to say, up front, that my expertise is strictly from life expertise with sick dogs which ... | |
| Crystals in Dog's Urine? Misc. Others | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: My name is Debbie and I have a 6 month old female dachshund who has been having crystals in her ... A: Debbie, I am flattered that you would seek my advice for your beloved dog and I am impressed that ... | |
Dog Food (Canine Diet and Nutrition)
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Susan
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Expertise
Positive: understand dog food ingredients, types of supplements for different situations (mostly organic), types of home cooking, premium commercial foods, single/novel protein sources and switching to this diet, have represented Healthy Pet Net Company for two years and Simplexity Health Supplements for one year. Negative: Cannot and will not diagnose but via my experiences, strengths, trials with my own pets and discussions with nutritional experts will share my research and learning with you.
Experience
First and foremost living with rescue pets who came to me with a multitude of nutritional, dietary and physical problems. I still spend every free moment I have learning even more about how to make my pals even healthier and happier. But when something is not "broken" I do not try and fix it. I will write to people who have questions and ONLY share my own experiences with a food or product. The rest is up to them.
Organizations
NEA
ASPCA
HSUS
Publications
Have not tried to get published yet but that is coming soon.
Education/Credentials
Masters/Special Education
Masters/Counseling Psychology
PHd Core courses completed in psychology
Awards and Honors
Wimbledon Tennis competitor--not exactly applicable here LOL
Past/Present Clients
Mostly friends and animal people in distress. And only if they ask me, since I do not solicit my knowledge or "expertise"
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