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Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2012 2:09 pm
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Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2012 7:55 pm
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Crew
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Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2012 8:01 pm
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 7:13 am
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Crew
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 8:40 am
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 9:17 am
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Crew
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 7:44 pm
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Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 7:53 pm
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Animelover955 For both puppy formulas it says 0.3% in the way of Omega 3's and 2.8% in the way of Omega 6's. And 0.05% DHA I couldn't find anything about calcium phosphorus so guess I'll e-mail the company and find out lol, I don't suppose you would consider acana just for puppyhood lol. I guess you could always suppliment with a good fish oil. DHA/EPA has been proven to affect a pup's memory and focus. 0.3% seems like sooo little. and the ratio of O3 and O6 is 1:9 which is on the higher end of the scale. I like to see more around 1:5. You can ask the company when you inquire about their nutrients, why it is they decided to come out with a puppy food and what makes it better for puppies than their all life stages and see what their take on it is.
I already supplement with fish oil with the crew wink
I'm not sure I have a place to get Acana. I know none of the normal pet stores carry it. I think I could possibly get it at one of the doggy daycares, but I'm not sure. I will look into it though...
Also what are your thoughts of wellness vs. TOTW for a puppy? I was thinking maybe wellness small breed puppy until she's older and eating the same as the others
I'm really interested to hear what they so so I'll e-mail them ASAP
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Crew
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Posted: Sat Mar 17, 2012 3:22 pm
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Animelover955 Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Animelover955 For both puppy formulas it says 0.3% in the way of Omega 3's and 2.8% in the way of Omega 6's. And 0.05% DHA I couldn't find anything about calcium phosphorus so guess I'll e-mail the company and find out lol, I don't suppose you would consider acana just for puppyhood lol. I guess you could always suppliment with a good fish oil. DHA/EPA has been proven to affect a pup's memory and focus. 0.3% seems like sooo little. and the ratio of O3 and O6 is 1:9 which is on the higher end of the scale. I like to see more around 1:5. You can ask the company when you inquire about their nutrients, why it is they decided to come out with a puppy food and what makes it better for puppies than their all life stages and see what their take on it is. I already supplement with fish oil with the crew wink I'm not sure I have a place to get Acana. I know none of the normal pet stores carry it. I think I could possibly get it at one of the doggy daycares, but I'm not sure. I will look into it though... Also what are your thoughts of wellness vs. TOTW for a puppy? I was thinking maybe wellness small breed puppy until she's older and eating the same as the others I'm really interested to hear what they so so I'll e-mail them ASAP
I'm a fan of wellness. They have a super good Ca razz ratio. They're customer service is excellent. I know that seems like something that doesn't matter, but like, if you need to know ANYTHING about the food, they will respond to your email like ASAP.
I ALSO happen to think that carbs are not terrible for lactating moms, pups and very active dogs. So really, a few good quality grains are not the devil. The fiber in the oatmeal and rice will probably help with sensitive puppy bowels.
Again, the O3 to O6 ratio is like, not great, there's no mention of EPA. If you have a really GOOD fish oil supplement, one that states % EPA and DHA then this is probably not an issue.
The protein could be higher, I mean, considering my adult dog is at like 35%, but it's certainly not too low.
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Posted: Sat Mar 17, 2012 5:47 pm
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver I'm a fan of wellness. They have a super good Ca razz ratio. They're customer service is excellent. I know that seems like something that doesn't matter, but like, if you need to know ANYTHING about the food, they will respond to your email like ASAP. I ALSO happen to think that carbs are not terrible for lactating moms, pups and very active dogs. So really, a few good quality grains are not the devil. The fiber in the oatmeal and rice will probably help with sensitive puppy bowels. Again, the O3 to O6 ratio is like, not great, there's no mention of EPA. If you have a really GOOD fish oil supplement, one that states % EPA and DHA then this is probably not an issue. The protein could be higher, I mean, considering my adult dog is at like 35%, but it's certainly not too low.
Firstly thanks Gabby I really really appreciate your help!
I actually managed to find a place that carries Acana that's not to far away. So depending on the price of that I may feed it. I should be hopefully getting my DL next wednsday if I pass the test so if/when I do that I will go check it out.
If not I may stick with wellness since I can get it closest.
I haven't checked them out yet, but hows about orijen? I can get that closer and I know they are similar as far as quality.But depends on price and whether or not I can afford it :/ I may get my parents to pay for Bo and Abby's food and then I can just buy a 5lb bag for the puppy as needed
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Gabrielle_AnimalLuver Crew
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Posted: Sun Mar 18, 2012 5:57 am
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Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2012 7:22 pm
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Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2012 8:14 pm
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