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Originally Posted by Karrie  Yes, Bailey had a one-time pancreatic attack a few months ago. I regret to say that it was all my fault. We've always shared snacks with Bailey without issue. Then one week, we just went overboard with the extras - hence the pancreatic attack. 
Anyhow,the following adjustments were made to lower the fat content:
97% ground beef (which I was already doing)
2% cottage cheese (which I was already doing)
1 egg (instead of two)
1/2 tablespoon of the safflower oil
Because this was Bailey's only attack, the vet said to gradually get her back on her same diet as it was not causing issues before. So, after a few days of chicken 'n rice, we started her back on the raw - first in smaller portions more often, then gradually back to twice a day.
I'm a human grade feeder (I just don't trust the dog food industry)- so for snacks - Bailey gets low-fat animal crackers, cheerios and dehydrated turkey/venison pieces. |
Karrie, thank you so much for the advice and adjustments to your recipe. My vet really didn't have any ideas about it, she just referred me to a local holistic pet food store that sells raw food to get their opinion. But I'd already been there to find an alternative to the Science Diet food that the vet sells, and they didn't have any suggestions at all. I have so MUCH more confidence in your first hand experience!