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yougetthesmiles · 03-08-2008, 06:12 AM

Do you think it's ok to give my babies cod liver oil? If so, how much would you recommend?

Ever since Baby had the puppies, her coat is very dry and itchy. I feed them a holistic diet but i think she needs something to go with it.

bjh · 03-08-2008, 06:40 AM

I think cod liver oil or salmon oil would be very good for her. Probably about 1/4 teaspoon a day. The problem I have had with my dogs is that they hate the taste of anything fishy. You may need to add it to something tasty in order to make sure she is getting it.

Suzy · 03-08-2008, 08:37 AM

I don't use fish oils-the Cod Liver oil is from the liver of the fish-which can contain all the toxins from whatever the fish ate or swam in. The salmon oil is a better alternative, and used by lots of homecookers here on YT, but I prefer not to use it because there is a risk of there being mercury in the salmon oil, and because it can make our furbabies smell fishy!

I use a flax oil-I get it at our health food store, in the refrigerated section. It has a nutty smell/flavor which they really like, and it has all the same Omega 3 benefits as fish oil-without the risk of mercury.

hidee · 03-08-2008, 09:03 AM

Thanks for the info on the flax oil, I was wondering too, about something like this for QUINNE, aS i AM a NEW yORKY MOM, I HAVE SEVERAL QUESTIONS,My yorkie is just so sweet, We are going to enjoy her so much, I was wondering, She is so posisive of us, Is that normal for her? Someone comes in and she doesn't want anyone near us! Showing her teeth ect. I love this web site!!! thanks to all, hidee.

Suzy · 03-08-2008, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by hidee

Thanks for the info on the flax oil, I was wondering too, about something like this for QUINNE, aS i AM a NEW yORKY MOM, I HAVE SEVERAL QUESTIONS,My yorkie is just so sweet, We are going to enjoy her so much, I was wondering, She is so posisive of us, Is that normal for her? Someone comes in and she doesn't want anyone near us! Showing her teeth ect. I love this web site!!! thanks to all, hidee.

Welcome to YT! I would love to see pics of your furbaby-check out the "My Yorkie Pictures" section, and post some of your own

How old is she?

I think posessive behavior is normal, to some extent, but if you let it continue, you could end up with an aggressive yorkie. You need to let her know YOU are the leader, and that you will take care of her, not the other way around. If someone comes in, and she starts acting out, make her sit and stay. Only when she is calm, she will be allowed to come and meet the new person. The best thing for the new person to do is to ignore her at first. Allow her to sniff the person and check them out-DON'T let the new person look at her, talk to her, or give her any kind of attention. Once your yorkie has checked things out and is calmer, then she can be rewarded with attention for good behavior.

marcerella02 · 03-08-2008, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by yougetthesmiles

Do you think it's ok to give my babies cod liver oil? If so, how much would you recommend?

Ever since Baby had the puppies, her coat is very dry and itchy. I feed them a holistic diet but i think she needs something to go with it.

everthing suzy said

Layla's stomach can't deal with the oils... flax seed is an option but keep in mind in some pups it causes itching!

Yorkiedaze · 03-08-2008, 11:29 AM

Take the guess work out of it and get some Linatone. It's a great product that I have used many, many times over the years. You will be amazed at the difference it makes in the coat! If you have a dog that sheds, then there is the Linatone with Zinc. I wouldn't use that one on the Yorkie or other non-shedding breeds though.

Wylie's Mom · 03-08-2008, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by yougetthesmiles

Do you think it's ok to give my babies cod liver oil? If so, how much would you recommend?

Ever since Baby had the puppies, her coat is very dry and itchy. I feed them a holistic diet but i think she needs something to go with it.

I like a simple fish oil + vitamin E, like Eicosaderm from www.vetamerica.com. The body will need vitamin E to process fish oils - so it sure is easier to get them in one supplement.

marcerella02 · 03-08-2008, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

Take the guess work out of it and get some Linatone. It's a great product that I have used many, many times over the years. You will be amazed at the difference it makes in the coat! If you have a dog that sheds, then there is the Linatone with Zinc. I wouldn't use that one on the Yorkie or other non-shedding breeds though.

Donna where can i get that? Layla cna't deal with any oil or the flaxseed so this would definitly be an option for us!

bjh · 03-08-2008, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

Take the guess work out of it and get some Linatone. It's a great product that I have used many, many times over the years. You will be amazed at the difference it makes in the coat! If you have a dog that sheds, then there is the Linatone with Zinc. I wouldn't use that one on the Yorkie or other non-shedding breeds though.

The main ingreditent in Linatone is soybean oil and that is something I try to avoid.

hidee · 03-08-2008, 05:56 PM

Thanks Suzy----- I will follow up with this good advise! Queny Hope, is One year old, A '' Flaw dog, we adopted from PETCO, We love her already, I will put some pictures on soon, She weighs a little over 3 lbs I didn't at all realise how pricy her clothes ect. is. But she is worth it. Happy too, to have found this web site. Thanks again-hidee.

romeos mommy · 03-08-2008, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

The main ingreditent in Linatone is soybean oil and that is something I try to avoid.

i use linatone. romeos coat and skin look beautiful. is soybean oil dangerous???i thought soybeans were ok for dogs.

bjh · 03-08-2008, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by romeos mommy

i use linatone. romeos coat and skin look beautiful. is soybean oil dangerous???i thought soybeans were ok for dogs.

Many health experts think they very unhealthy and I tend to agree. I avoid anything with soy and soybean oil as much as possible for myself and I definitely won't give it to my dogs.
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/soy.htm

Yorkieluv · 03-08-2008, 07:29 PM

There is much controversy regarding soy...Some people believe that it is very beneficial and others believe that it is unhealthy.
Do some research on the topic...It's very interesting.

romeos mommy · 03-08-2008, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

Many health experts think they very unhealthy and I tend to agree. I avoid anything with soy and soybean oil as much as possible for myself and I definitely won't give it to my dogs.
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/soy.htm

omg!

i never knew of the soy danger. i eat soy beans all the time thinking they are a healthy snack. thanks for the heads up.

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03-08-2008, 08:37 AM	#3
Suzy 2 Pups=Double Trouble! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 5,673	I don't use fish oils-the Cod Liver oil is from the liver of the fish-which can contain all the toxins from whatever the fish ate or swam in. The salmon oil is a better alternative, and used by lots of homecookers here on YT, but I prefer not to use it because there is a risk of there being mercury in the salmon oil, and because it can make our furbabies smell fishy! I use a flax oil-I get it at our health food store, in the refrigerated section. It has a nutty smell/flavor which they really like, and it has all the same Omega 3 benefits as fish oil-without the risk of mercury. __________________ Suzy Emma & Milli What's better than loving a yorkie? Loving two yorkies! Milli 's Remi!

03-08-2008, 09:03 AM	#4
hidee YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Crystal City, MO. Posts: 2	Flax Oil Thanks for the info on the flax oil, I was wondering too, about something like this for QUINNE, aS i AM a NEW yORKY MOM, I HAVE SEVERAL QUESTIONS,My yorkie is just so sweet, We are going to enjoy her so much, I was wondering, She is so posisive of us, Is that normal for her? Someone comes in and she doesn't want anyone near us! Showing her teeth ect. I love this web site!!! thanks to all, hidee.

03-08-2008, 07:29 PM	#14
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 6,725	There is much controversy regarding soy...Some people believe that it is very beneficial and others believe that it is unhealthy. Do some research on the topic...It's very interesting. __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

03-08-2008, 06:40 AM	#2
bjh Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Warren, Texas Posts: 2,499	I think cod liver oil or salmon oil would be very good for her. Probably about 1/4 teaspoon a day. The problem I have had with my dogs is that they hate the taste of anything fishy. You may need to add it to something tasty in order to make sure she is getting it.

03-08-2008, 11:29 AM	#7
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 6,436	Take the guess work out of it and get some Linatone. It's a great product that I have used many, many times over the years. You will be amazed at the difference it makes in the coat! If you have a dog that sheds, then there is the Linatone with Zinc. I wouldn't use that one on the Yorkie or other non-shedding breeds though.

03-08-2008, 05:56 PM	#11
hidee YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Crystal City, MO. Posts: 2	Thanks Suzy----- I will follow up with this good advise! Queny Hope, is One year old, A '' Flaw dog, we adopted from PETCO, We love her already, I will put some pictures on soon, She weighs a little over 3 lbs I didn't at all realise how pricy her clothes ect. is. But she is worth it. Happy too, to have found this web site. Thanks again-hidee.