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11-06-2007, 10:07 AM | #1 |
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| Steamed vegetables safe? Reading different threads on this site, I am just now learning that what I feed my babes may not be the best. Bruiser gets Eukanuba made for yorkies. Marcus Aurelius is eating Hills puppy small breed. I really thought that I was feeding them better foods and am surprised to find out that's not the truth. I think I want to change Bruiser to Inova EVO reduced fat (as he is my teapot). Does Inova have a puppy food? I noticed the other night that Marcus just loves plain steamed brocoli and carrots (no butter or seasoning). I don't really have the time to change them to a home cooked diet. But is it safe to give them fresh steamed vegetables? I would like to add some vegetables to their diet in addition to their dry kibble, but don't know if it is a good idea. If it is, which are the best vegetables to give and how much? Thanks so much for all of the help in advance. I am learning new things on here everyday and my furbabies thank you all for it.
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11-06-2007, 10:09 AM | #2 |
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| No, those aren't very good foods. Innova is lots better. Steamed broccili and carrots are fine. I wouldn't overdo the broccili since large amounts could be problematic.
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11-06-2007, 10:11 AM | #3 |
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| veggies are GREAT, esp carrotts. Ideally you would like to feed fresh veggies since when you steam them they loose a lot of their nutrients, BUT steamed veggies are better than no veggies at all try cauliflower, peppers, celery... |
11-06-2007, 01:45 PM | #4 |
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| If you don't give steamed veggies, then they must be pulverized in order for them to be able to digest them properly Carrots are great! Broccoli, don't overdo...
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11-06-2007, 02:00 PM | #5 | |
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11-06-2007, 02:10 PM | #6 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | First, for what reason do you want to give the veggies? I ask bc, within a canine diet, veggies are not even truly needed - so I'm not sure what your goal is in giving them....maybe variety? If it's for variety, there are a bunch you can give. I give green beans to help alkalize the digestive system, but that's about it for veggies. Feeding fresh is best - but you must pulverize them to aid digestion. Otherwise, steam and puree (or chop).
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11-06-2007, 02:42 PM | #7 | |
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11-06-2007, 02:49 PM | #8 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | He's feeling better, you're so sweet! Okay - so variety - zucchini is really good for them, squash, green beans, shredded carrots, tiny bits of asparagus, potatoes (not really a veggie, but they love it). My only advice is to probably add one at a time, wait, see how it goes w/ digestion in case any one veggie causes gastric distress. Keep me posted!
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11-06-2007, 02:54 PM | #9 |
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| I am going to the grocery store later tonight and I think I will start with green beans. I'll keep you posted, thanks!
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11-06-2007, 07:16 PM | #10 | |
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