[abbie's mom]

Originally Posted by YorkieChick1

He finished the whole drumstick and then came back for more!! My tiny chi girl growled at him when he came over and she was still chewing on her bone!! All of them did well,

This is normal, at first, as they probably think they're dreaming! Once they realize this is not a treat, and will be the daily offering, they will settle down and regulate.

Plus they seem to eat better when there is some competition, otherwise they don't want to eat.

You may fine this is anoher 'plus' of PMR. Once they are busy with real food, and their systems are beginning to benefit from the nourishment, they might not show this need for competition. They probably needed that push to eat the nutrient-lacking k*bble.

My kitchen floor is tile, so I am worried about the grout absorbing the juices. I might just put down a vinyl tablecloth with a sheet over it and teach them all to eat on the sheet.

The vinyl sounds like a plan. Some, who have multiple dogs, use an old shower curtain, with feeding towels. Many of us use feeding towels - myself, included. The towels can be laundered, and they learn that the texture actually helps them with traction for holding of RMBs.

Thanks for all the info. I am still alittle concerned with Brooke because she is currently still on a chemo treatment and is immune deficient. She has a brain disease, but will be done with treatment in July. Thanks for all the info and links! Can you give us some inside info on meat sourcing?

I am so sorry about your Brooke. Prayers for her. What is she eating, now? Actually, the species-appropriate diet is the most easily digested for any of our furfriends; but, is a particular benefit for those with digestive problems. I'm sure the chemo is affecting her that way, too. I recomment joining RAW Chat. Talk to this group about your concerns re Brooke, and you may also be able to do some networking for a meat coop in your area. Many people are doing that, now, to order in bulk or exchange sources.

Also, check out surrounding asian markets for more exotic items.