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Originally Posted by Melina Bea  I didn't mean that I'm not at all concerned with the quality of the treats! I certainly am, but also aware that anything recommended here will be hard to find in Australia. I'm a member of an Australian purebred forum where I research issues regarding dog food in Australia, but most of them are larger dogs, so not as concerned with quantity as I am.
Thanks for the rest of the advice. I haven't been able to find any of the brands mentioned here in Australia. I'm thinking of just getting my hands dirty and feeding him part of his own food (ie taken out of his daily portions) as treats until he's a bit bigger.
Capt Noonie, you mention fruit. Would this be advisable with a puppy?
I still have the vet and the breeder to ask, I just wanted to have this cleared up before he comes home. |
Fruits and veggies are a good choice, just in small, healthy doses (and the right kinds -- avoid the ones posted above)! Too much could have undesired effects on the tummy ...
We actually had dehydrated sweet potato, green been, carrot, and apple chip treats for a while. Raw fruits are usually just passed rather quickly because dogs don't digest them exactly like we do (dogs are carnivores after all!).
Another unmentioned controversial ingredient in the Caesar treats is the wheat flour. Corn, wheats, soys, etc. contribute to food allergies in dogs and are all around something you want to avoid.
The Internet is a
great resource. I've used the Dog Food Advisor website many times. It's a good idea to research treat and food recalls, ingredients, and reviews. You also want treats that are made
and resourced in countries that do
not have low quality food standards (a.k.a. China). The good thing about many of the quality dog foods that I've come across is that they usually have feeding instructions on the bag (so you know how much to feed your dog -- Canidae even specifies for weight
and age). That takes a lot of the guesswork out, and even though you may be spending more for the food, you're feeding less and giving your pup a better quality food which ultimately means less veterinary bills!
If you need advice on any treats or foods, there are many Yorkie lovers here and we'll all be willing to help! I wish I knew more of the treat offerings where you live. Trying to think of a few ones I've used ... Zuke's, Merrick, Whole Life (freeze dried treats), Dr. Becker's, Stella & Chewy's, Grandma Lucy's, Plato, Nature's Variety, Barkworthy, Bravo!, ...
Best of luck!
<3 I'm certain you're going to find some good quality options for your baby, and best of luck! I'm very happy you're taking interest in healthy treats and food!
