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Betty B · 03-23-2008, 03:46 PM

I have a nine month old Yorkie. I started her out on Science Diet puppy chow. I had always used that before(not Yorkies). I took my puppy to training and she recommended Solid Gold. Holly doesn't seem to care for it. I want to get her on a food she will like that is all natural. Can you all give me some advice. This is my first Yorkie.

LIL MIS' MAGIC · 03-23-2008, 04:09 PM

Welcome to YT!!

I am currently feeding Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance Sweet Potatoe and Fish.......it was recommended to because it helps for those with sensative tummies and allergies.

In the past, I have used Royal Canine Puppy & Yorkshire but my yorkies itched alot and I have used Pro Plan but it bothered Magic's tummy....and I did not like using two different foods. (I have also used a prescription food for awhile with Magic.)

At one point there was a survey posted asked what foods everyone used....and there was quite a variety.

Good luck in finding a food that works for your yorkie! (My only recommendation is to switch foods slowly...as alot of times these little yorkies can get tummy issues from switching too quickly.)

cdawnfine · 03-23-2008, 04:17 PM

If you go to the main forum for diet and health you will see the first 2 threads, one is regarding packaged food and the other is for home cooking. I use Merrick for Milo, oh and I have seen they are making a Yorkie Talk cookbook also. Hope these help

janice45 · 03-23-2008, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by LIL MIS' MAGIC

Welcome to YT!!

I am currently feeding Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance Sweet Potatoe and Fish.......it was recommended to because it helps for those with sensative tummies and allergies.

In the past, I have used Royal Canine Puppy & Yorkshire but my yorkies itched alot and I have used Pro Plan but it bothered Magic's tummy....and I did not like using two different foods. (I have also used a prescription food for awhile with Magic.)

At one point there was a survey posted asked what foods everyone used....and there was quite a variety.

Good luck in finding a food that works for your yorkie! (My only recommendation is to switch foods slowly...as alot of times these little yorkies can get tummy issues from switching too quickly.)

I'm also looking for some help in this area .My little girl has all of the above. Roxie is on a holistic food (eagle pack ) been on it since i got her .(12 weeks old now 18 weeks). I have a hard time keeping up with the eyes. Any help would be great . thanks

lovenmyyorkie · 03-23-2008, 05:40 PM

My first Yorkie was on Chicken Soup for the Dog Lovers Soul. It is a very good natural food. My newest baby has been eating Fromm Family canned food. It is made from "people" food and Sydney LOVES it. Hope you can find something your baby will like.

Ellie May · 03-23-2008, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by janice45

I'm also looking for some help in this area .My little girl has all of the above. Roxie is on a holistic food (eagle pack ) been on it since i got her .(12 weeks old now 18 weeks). I have a hard time keeping up with the eyes. Any help would be great . thanks

Could you post the ingredients please or give the variety?

Ellie May · 03-23-2008, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Betty B

I have a nine month old Yorkie. I started her out on Science Diet puppy chow. I had always used that before(not Yorkies). I took my puppy to training and she recommended Solid Gold. Holly doesn't seem to care for it. I want to get her on a food she will like that is all natural. Can you all give me some advice. This is my first Yorkie.

I don't think there is one best with dog food. Canidae is very popular among quite a few dog owners who feed premium foods. I also like Natural Balance and Wellness. This is if you don't want to feed homecooked, raw or grainless.

yoyo27 · 03-23-2008, 05:50 PM

We use Advoderm, its made all natural and from avacados and its really good for the coats. We have a larger breed dog that has a sensative stomach and had itching. He has stopped itching and loosing his hair since we have him on this food. The yorkie does good well with it as well. I give them alittle canned food with the dry only a small amount. I buy the treats in this brand as well and we have no issues at all. I had to do alot of researching foods before I came onto this one. Good luck.

janice45 · 03-23-2008, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

I don't think there is one best with dog food. Canidae is very popular among quite a few dog owners who feed premium foods. I also like Natural Balance and Wellness. This is if you don't want to feed homecooked, raw or grainless.

if you were going to feed home cooked foods what would you cook ??

If you were doing raw what would you recommend?
thanks a ton

janice45 · 03-23-2008, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by yoyo27

We use Advoderm, its made all natural and from avacados and its really good for the coats. We have a larger breed dog that has a sensative stomach and had itching. He has stopped itching and loosing his hair since we have him on this food. The yorkie does good well with it as well. I give them alittle canned food with the dry only a small amount. I buy the treats in this brand as well and we have no issues at all. I had to do alot of researching foods before I came onto this one. Good luck.

where did you find this food and treats ?

yoyo27 · 03-23-2008, 06:37 PM

I first found Avoderm in a small pet shop of supplies. But now PetSmart is carrying it. They have all the different types and canned , dry and treats. Its all I get now. All the dogs are happy with the food and I only by the lamb or chicken type. I think the dogs do better with those. I was happy to find that PetSmart handles it now as it use to take me awhile to drive at the other store.

MyFairLacy · 03-23-2008, 07:09 PM

I feed Nature's Variety Raw medallions www.naturesvariety.com

BamaFan121s · 03-24-2008, 09:40 AM

There is a sticky at the top of this section that give you info on how to request samples from various companies. That way you can try them out and see which you like best. Even those that wont' send samples send great coupons.

Ellie May · 03-24-2008, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by janice45

if you were going to feed home cooked foods what would you cook ??

If you were doing raw what would you recommend?
thanks a ton

I had a nutritionist make a recipe for Ellie. I can give it to you but you would have to find supplements which is the most difficult part.
I don't recommend raw at all, so someone else would have to help you there.

gutu28 · 03-24-2008, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by yoyo27

We use Advoderm, its made all natural and from avacados and its really good for the coats. We have a larger breed dog that has a sensative stomach and had itching. He has stopped itching and loosing his hair since we have him on this food. The yorkie does good well with it as well. I give them alittle canned food with the dry only a small amount. I buy the treats in this brand as well and we have no issues at all. I had to do alot of researching foods before I came onto this one. Good luck.

I would be careful with this food. Avocadoes are not good for dogs..

We are on Merrick's right now..Cali loves it!

03-23-2008, 03:46 PM	#1
Betty B Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 17	Confused as to what food is most used with Yorkies I have a nine month old Yorkie. I started her out on Science Diet puppy chow. I had always used that before(not Yorkies). I took my puppy to training and she recommended Solid Gold. Holly doesn't seem to care for it. I want to get her on a food she will like that is all natural. Can you all give me some advice. This is my first Yorkie.

03-23-2008, 04:09 PM	#2
LIL MIS' MAGIC Yorkie Lover Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Midlothian, Texas Posts: 4,377 Blog Entries: 3	Welcome to YT!! I am currently feeding Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance Sweet Potatoe and Fish.......it was recommended to because it helps for those with sensative tummies and allergies. In the past, I have used Royal Canine Puppy & Yorkshire but my yorkies itched alot and I have used Pro Plan but it bothered Magic's tummy....and I did not like using two different foods. (I have also used a prescription food for awhile with Magic.) At one point there was a survey posted asked what foods everyone used....and there was quite a variety. Good luck in finding a food that works for your yorkie! (My only recommendation is to switch foods slowly...as alot of times these little yorkies can get tummy issues from switching too quickly.) __________________ Kristin, Mom to: Lil Mis Magic, Sailor and Captain

03-23-2008, 05:50 PM	#8
yoyo27 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,741	We use Advoderm, its made all natural and from avacados and its really good for the coats. We have a larger breed dog that has a sensative stomach and had itching. He has stopped itching and loosing his hair since we have him on this food. The yorkie does good well with it as well. I give them alittle canned food with the dry only a small amount. I buy the treats in this brand as well and we have no issues at all. I had to do alot of researching foods before I came onto this one. Good luck. __________________ " Santa's on his Way! From: Cali, Cinnamon, and Zoie.

03-23-2008, 06:37 PM	#11
yoyo27 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,741	I first found Avoderm in a small pet shop of supplies. But now PetSmart is carrying it. They have all the different types and canned , dry and treats. Its all I get now. All the dogs are happy with the food and I only by the lamb or chicken type. I think the dogs do better with those. I was happy to find that PetSmart handles it now as it use to take me awhile to drive at the other store. __________________ " Santa's on his Way! From: Cali, Cinnamon, and Zoie.

03-23-2008, 07:09 PM	#12
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	I feed Nature's Variety Raw medallions www.naturesvariety.com __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

03-23-2008, 04:17 PM	#3
cdawnfine Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: nj Posts: 1,256	If you go to the main forum for diet and health you will see the first 2 threads, one is regarding packaged food and the other is for home cooking. I use Merrick for Milo, oh and I have seen they are making a Yorkie Talk cookbook also. Hope these help

03-23-2008, 05:40 PM	#5
lovenmyyorkie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 89	My first Yorkie was on Chicken Soup for the Dog Lovers Soul. It is a very good natural food. My newest baby has been eating Fromm Family canned food. It is made from "people" food and Sydney LOVES it. Hope you can find something your baby will like.

03-24-2008, 09:40 AM	#13
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	There is a sticky at the top of this section that give you info on how to request samples from various companies. That way you can try them out and see which you like best. Even those that wont' send samples send great coupons.