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Originally Posted by valentine92  Superpetz just starting selling Nature's Variety by me and I bought some today.
I have a 5 month old puppy who weighs almost 8 lbs and a 3 year old that weighs 15 lbs. If I wanted to feed only this how many medallions should they each get a day?
What is the best way to transition them? They are currently on Natural Balance Potato and Duck.
I also bought the Nature's Variety Instict. I was thinking of giving them the medallions for breakfast and the kibble mixed with their old kibble for dinner. Do you think this is ok? If so how many medallions should I give them for breakfast? I've read that you should not mix the kibble with the medallions. I am sooo confused. If they like the raw I am hoping to totally switch them over. How long should I transition them for before doing this? Also do you all cut up the medallions or give it to them whole?
Thanks for your help. |
Hmmm, I have never heard about NOT mixing the raw with the kibble. I do it all the time with no problems. This of course works only if you have scheduled feedings, as you certainly can't leave raw food out to be eaten anytime throughout the day. That's the only problem with mixing it that I can think of.
As far as "how much/many??? I would go with package directions. If you are using two types of food (raw & kibble) then you would go with 1/2 of the recommended daily amount of each kind.
If you are keeping the types at separate feedings & switching from Natural Balance to Natures Variety kibble, they say gradually is best. Start out with 3/4 NB to 1/4 NV for a few days, then go to half & half, then 1/4 NB and 3/4 NV, til you're finally at ALL Nature's Variety. Personally I've never transitioned to new foods in quite that strict of a manner, and my babies have never had a problem with any change I've made. But of course, all dogs are different..
Good luck to you with your change over. All three of my dogs love the raw medallions & have liked all of the different flavors. I'll bet yours will love it too.