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wantayorkie23 · 06-12-2009, 07:29 AM

I do want to change it to Purina One because thats what my other dog is eating and his coat is beautiful and most important he is in great shape. Munchie right now is eating Royal Canin. Its a dry food. I know that in order to change it I will have to mix the food for some time then after awhile jut feed Purina. But also someone said I should mix dry food with wet food. Is this true?

He also said no table food. So does this mean I can never give him any meat? I can't see him never eaing anything but his dog food for the rest of his life

Really guys just give me some feeding tip and how do you feel about Purina

BonBon · 06-12-2009, 07:37 AM

If you'd read the thread you started a few days ago you'd see some good advice on how to choose a good food. Read the sticky at the top of the Health & Diet forum on grading foods. Puring is NOT a good food. Why do you want to switch anyway?

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...your-baby.html

Cutie_Emmy · 06-12-2009, 03:36 PM

I don;t know that much about feeding your dog Raw or anything... but I do know that Purina is not a good food. You should switch to Merrick or Wellness, they have nice flavors wet and dry.

yorkiepaws · 06-12-2009, 03:44 PM

I would stay away from the purina, it's not a very good quality food.

erickajm · 06-12-2009, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by bonbon

If you'd read the thread you started a few days ago you'd see some good advice on how to choose a good food. Read the sticky at the top of the Health & Diet forum on grading foods. Puring is NOT a good food. Why do you want to switch anyway?

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...your-baby.html

Hehe! I would have to agree that you tend to ask these questions then not read the answers, then re ask...

Lolapup · 06-13-2009, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by erickajm

Hehe! I would have to agree that you tend to ask these questions then not read the answers, then re ask...

Or ignore the information given. Why would you go against what your vet recommends? Young pups grow rapidly and need a well balanced diet.

Woogie Man · 06-13-2009, 09:45 AM

Yorkies, being a small breed, need a nutrient dense food. They don't eat much so it needs to be a high quality and very digestible. I personally wouldn't go from RC to Purina One. All the varieties I looked at have corn gluten and by-products in it

. There are many better foods than that.

I use Nature's Logic. It's a very high quality food and all my dogs love it. It's not grain-free, but the only grain in it is millet. I like that because millet is not a starchy grain and I feel that some grains (rice, corn, oats) are not so good for the teeth. They provide carbs for the dog so break down into simple sugars. My opinion is that this can contribute to dental problems so I'm happy with the millet being in their food.

I feed all mine twice a day with just dry in the morning and dry mixed with a little canned and some water in the evening. Works for me and my pack.

Also, I give them chicken and sometimes liver for treats.

ferraritiffie · 06-13-2009, 10:02 AM

Genghis doesn't like RC, especially not the Yorkie Puppy formula (he tried the yorkie adult formula at a friends house and liked it). He is now eating Chicken soup for puppies, which he loves, I think it's stinker than RC. When he is about a year I think I will switch him to wellness as he seemed to like it when he was at my aunts house though she mixes her dogs food with wet, and I'd prefer to keep Genghis on a dry diet. We'll see what happens in a few months.

Nancy1999 · 06-13-2009, 11:43 AM

Whichever brand you decide on please remember that puppies need a different type of food than an adult dog, so you'd have to be feeding them different kinds until you puppy reaches about 8 months. I agree with your vet, no table scrapes. Dogs don't feel the same way about food as humans, they don't really care about "variety" or think, I wish I could have some of the chocolate cake she baked last Wednesday, they live in the moment, and while they might smell what your eating and want that, it's best if you say no. In a pack, the leader always gets the bests foods, so dogs can respect this concept, and it doesn't make them feel bad. The meats that you eat are often too fatty or salty for a dog, I have occasionally given Joey a bit of chicken breast meat, or a tiny tiny bit of lean steak as a treat, but it was more for me than him. If you can make a rule of "no table scraps" he'll probably be much healthier. I have learned that when I say "no" I feel better about myself, and his health, than when I give it. It's hard to be strong, but real love demands saying no. By the way, I really hate swearing in posts, please try to say what you want without the swear words, I know it's easy to get annoyed, but I don't think anyone is swearing at you.

sarahheartmaddy · 06-13-2009, 01:28 PM

Personally, I feed my Maddy Innova Puppy. She will be going on the adult formula starting in August. I would suggest that you not feed Purina.

wantayorkie23 · 06-13-2009, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Whichever brand you decide on please remember that puppies need a different type of food than an adult dog, so you'd have to be feeding them different kinds until you puppy reaches about 8 months. I agree with your vet, no table scrapes. Dogs don't feel the same way about food as humans, they don't really care about "variety" or think, I wish I could have some of the chocolate cake she baked last Wednesday, they live in the moment, and while they might smell what your eating and want that, it's best if you say no. In a pack, the leader always gets the bests foods, so dogs can respect this concept, and it doesn't make them feel bad. The meats that you eat are often too fatty or salty for a dog, I have occasionally given Joey a bit of chicken breast meat, or a tiny tiny bit of lean steak as a treat, but it was more for me than him. If you can make a rule of "no table scraps" he'll probably be much healthier. I have learned that when I say "no" I feel better about myself, and his health, than when I give it. It's hard to be strong, but real love demands saying no. By the way, I really hate swearing in posts, please try to say what you want without the swear words, I know it's easy to get annoyed, but I don't think anyone is swearing at you.

great advice thanks

06-12-2009, 07:29 AM	#1
wantayorkie23 Currently Suspended! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 550	The vet said not to change his food not even the flavor but... I do want to change it to Purina One because thats what my other dog is eating and his coat is beautiful and most important he is in great shape. Munchie right now is eating Royal Canin. Its a dry food. I know that in order to change it I will have to mix the food for some time then after awhile jut feed Purina. But also someone said I should mix dry food with wet food. Is this true? He also said no table food. So does this mean I can never give him any meat? I can't see him never eaing anything but his dog food for the rest of his life Really guys just give me some feeding tip and how do you feel about Purina

06-12-2009, 07:37 AM	#2
BonBon Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: With my yorkies Posts: 10,350	If you'd read the thread you started a few days ago you'd see some good advice on how to choose a good food. Read the sticky at the top of the Health & Diet forum on grading foods. Puring is NOT a good food. Why do you want to switch anyway? http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...your-baby.html __________________ He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -- Author Unknown

06-12-2009, 03:36 PM	#3
Cutie_Emmy YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 347 Blog Entries: 1	I don;t know that much about feeding your dog Raw or anything... but I do know that Purina is not a good food. You should switch to Merrick or Wellness, they have nice flavors wet and dry. __________________ Emmy-Lou, Emmis, Poop, Emmett, he comes to them all! That's my sweet baby boy! R.I.P Mickey Mouse, I will always love and miss you!!!

06-12-2009, 03:44 PM	#4
yorkiepaws Owned by "Lil Rat" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,067	I would stay away from the purina, it's not a very good quality food. __________________ Mommy to Himalaya and Kitty

06-13-2009, 09:45 AM	#7
Woogie Man Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,564	Yorkies, being a small breed, need a nutrient dense food. They don't eat much so it needs to be a high quality and very digestible. I personally wouldn't go from RC to Purina One. All the varieties I looked at have corn gluten and by-products in it . There are many better foods than that. I use Nature's Logic. It's a very high quality food and all my dogs love it. It's not grain-free, but the only grain in it is millet. I like that because millet is not a starchy grain and I feel that some grains (rice, corn, oats) are not so good for the teeth. They provide carbs for the dog so break down into simple sugars. My opinion is that this can contribute to dental problems so I'm happy with the millet being in their food. I feed all mine twice a day with just dry in the morning and dry mixed with a little canned and some water in the evening. Works for me and my pack. Also, I give them chicken and sometimes liver for treats. __________________ ORANGUTANS ARE DYING FOR THE SAKE OF CHEAP PALM OIL....AND YOU USE IT!!! http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/ani...m-oil-you.html Last edited by Woogie Man; 06-13-2009 at 09:47 AM.

06-13-2009, 10:02 AM	#8
ferraritiffie Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: San Jose, CA, USA Posts: 342	Genghis doesn't like RC, especially not the Yorkie Puppy formula (he tried the yorkie adult formula at a friends house and liked it). He is now eating Chicken soup for puppies, which he loves, I think it's stinker than RC. When he is about a year I think I will switch him to wellness as he seemed to like it when he was at my aunts house though she mixes her dogs food with wet, and I'd prefer to keep Genghis on a dry diet. We'll see what happens in a few months.

06-13-2009, 11:43 AM	#9
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	Whichever brand you decide on please remember that puppies need a different type of food than an adult dog, so you'd have to be feeding them different kinds until you puppy reaches about 8 months. I agree with your vet, no table scrapes. Dogs don't feel the same way about food as humans, they don't really care about "variety" or think, I wish I could have some of the chocolate cake she baked last Wednesday, they live in the moment, and while they might smell what your eating and want that, it's best if you say no. In a pack, the leader always gets the bests foods, so dogs can respect this concept, and it doesn't make them feel bad. The meats that you eat are often too fatty or salty for a dog, I have occasionally given Joey a bit of chicken breast meat, or a tiny tiny bit of lean steak as a treat, but it was more for me than him. If you can make a rule of "no table scraps" he'll probably be much healthier. I have learned that when I say "no" I feel better about myself, and his health, than when I give it. It's hard to be strong, but real love demands saying no. By the way, I really hate swearing in posts, please try to say what you want without the swear words, I know it's easy to get annoyed, but I don't think anyone is swearing at you. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals Last edited by Nancy1999; 06-13-2009 at 11:46 AM.

06-13-2009, 01:28 PM	#10
sarahheartmaddy BANNED FOR TAKING MONEY AND NOT SHIPPING PRODUCTS SOLD!!! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,827	Personally, I feed my Maddy Innova Puppy. She will be going on the adult formula starting in August. I would suggest that you not feed Purina.