Calcium Supplements For Pregnant Bitches - Yes/no ?

[livingdustmops]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

My personal read is this. The article was written for the corporation by an employee of the corporation. I tend to be a little skeptical with an article that is published by someone that has a vested interest. I'm not saying I'm in disagreement with what he says, there is some validity in what he writes. He does tend to write in generalities.

I agree as I always try to find "what's in it for me" and go from there. It just becomes a part of my research from a-z. I do feel that after this terrible situation that is happening and has happened more vet schools will start to pay more attention (add more courses) to nutrition in our animals as people start demanding this. Most vet schools have left the nutrition testing up to the pet food industry.

I have numerous books from holistic vets, subscribe to magazines such as Whole Dog Journal and Tufts University Vet School which I keep in my arsenal.

[scrapindee]

I just went through two whelpings in 4 weeks. I am no expert but my vet suggested 1/2 calcium tablet the last week of pregnancy and while female is nursing. Cottage cheese 2-3 times a week. Hope this helps.

[HighlandYorkies]

All advice is in same direction, so thanks a lot everyone ! I am clearer now !

Debra x x x x


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