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RLC12345678 · 10-13-2006, 01:28 PM

I feed both of my yorkies out of the same bowl...I free feed...and every morning I put 1 tsp of missing link on top of their dry food and leave it out all day. The next day, if they haven't eaten all their food from the day before, I pour it back in the bag and get a fresh scoop of food, and put 1 tsp of ML on it. I just don't like throwing out food. But I figure if I pour it back in the bag, it will get mixed back in with the food that doesn't have ML on it.

Morkie4 · 10-13-2006, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by soneal

I was thinking of ordering some too for my 3. It says to feed 1 tsp., is that once a day? For those of you that have used the 1 lb. bag, how long do you think it would last me for 3 dogs that are under 20 lbs. each? I guess that means they would get 1 tsp. a day? I just didn't know if I should get the 1 lb. or smaller. petfooddirect has a great price on it.

I really don't think that it comes in less than one pound bags, they have a five pound bag also available. I personally give my maltese less than the suggested amount as it affects her stools (makes it runny). So I really do not think you have much choice in size, either 1 lb or 5 lb. But I would start with the one pound and make sure your babies have no problems with it.

RLC12345678 · 10-13-2006, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Morkie4

I really don't think that it comes in less than one pound bags, they have a five pound bag also available. I personally give my maltese less than the suggested amount as it affects her stools (makes it runny). So I really do not think you have much choice in size, either 1 lb or 5 lb. But I would start with the one pound and make sure your babies have no problems with it.

No, it comes in an 8oz bag as well.

chachi · 10-13-2006, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by connie k

I have seen many post on people giving thier dogs missing link. What is it and what is it used for. Sorry this is such a dumb question.

Your not a dork. Missing Link is a suppliment you sprinkle on their food. It has Omega Fatty Acids in it that are good for the skin and coat. There is Missing Link and Missing Link Plus. The Plus also has glucosamine in it for maintaining healthy joints

Morkie4 · 10-15-2006, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by RLC12345678

No, it comes in an 8oz bag as well.

Where did you find the 8 oz. bags??? I've looked even on the internet and have not been able to come up with anything offered less than the l lb. Fill me in, please.

doortego · 10-15-2006, 07:05 AM

I purchased an 8 oz bag at Petsmart.

Shanatink · 10-15-2006, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Morkie4

Where did you find the 8 oz. bags??? I've looked even on the internet and have not been able to come up with anything offered less than the l lb. Fill me in, please.

Petsmart

connie k · 10-25-2006, 07:23 AM

Okay, now I get it, it is vitamins for skin and coat. So How old should your dog be to get it? Molly is six months. I feed her pro plan small breed puppy food. Does she need the missing link as well? When i was at petsmart the other a day I did see the 8oz bags. I read the back and understand what it is used for but it didn't state at what age it should be given. Does anyone know?

chachi · 10-25-2006, 07:28 AM

I started giving it too mine when they were 6 months old but i think you can give it at any age

my2boyz · 10-25-2006, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by RLC12345678

I feed both of my yorkies out of the same bowl...I free feed...and every morning I put 1 tsp of missing link on top of their dry food and leave it out all day. The next day, if they haven't eaten all their food from the day before, I pour it back in the bag and get a fresh scoop of food, and put 1 tsp of ML on it. I just don't like throwing out food. But I figure if I pour it back in the bag, it will get mixed back in with the food that doesn't have ML on it.

I don't mean to be critical but I'm not sure this is a good practice. Missing Link has to be refrigerated after opening the bag. Do you refrigerate your dry food that you're pouring it back into?

I give ML to the boyz over about a tablespoon of soft food for breakfast...that way I know they're eating it.

Piccolo's mom · 10-25-2006, 08:05 AM

on sale at www.PetFoodDirect.com

my2boyz · 10-25-2006, 11:22 AM

Farm & Fleet carries Missing Link regular and Plus...also the cat formula. The 16 oz. bag of the plus formula for dogs is $19.99.

Morkie4 · 10-25-2006, 11:59 AM

I just got back from Petco and the 8oz bag of missing link plus was $19 and some change. The 16oz was $24.99.........unbelievable.

I got mine off the internet for the 16oz/plus for $14.99 a bag plus shipping. It was the same price for shipping for one or two bags so I bought two. They are good until 2008. So even with the shipping it came out cheaper than at Petco. I have two dogs and I put some in with the morning food and some with the evening food and they eat out of separate bowls. I do cheat though. I buy shaved turkey and chicken at the Publix deli (boars head) and mix it (about a tablespoon full) with their dog food and the missing link. By feeding them twice a day, they gobble up the food and no waste. Also, I know that each of them is getting the amount they need. I may not be able to use the entire bag in three months but I'd rather throw it away then pay more for a smaller bag. Just do the math!!!

YORKIEMOM2B2006 · 11-10-2006, 04:14 PM

wow on the prices of ml..i just got back from petco and they had 2 bags of ml on sale from 22.99 to 5 bucks each, so I got them both, I remembered reading about it on yt so now I'm here to read more on it, I couldnt pass it up at that price.

Morkie4 · 11-10-2006, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by YORKIEMOM2B2006

wow on the prices of ml..i just got back from petco and they had 2 bags of ml on sale from 22.99 to 5 bucks each, so I got them both, I remembered reading about it on yt so now I'm here to read more on it, I couldnt pass it up at that price.

What is the expiration date on the bags???? Hopefully they were not trying to rid themselves of "close to expiration date" stock so they could get some newer stuff in. Just remember, Once you open the bag, it is only good for 90 days and MUST be refrigerated.

10-25-2006, 07:23 AM	#23
connie k Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: georgia Posts: 131	Okay, now I get it, it is vitamins for skin and coat. So How old should your dog be to get it? Molly is six months. I feed her pro plan small breed puppy food. Does she need the missing link as well? When i was at petsmart the other a day I did see the 8oz bags. I read the back and understand what it is used for but it didn't state at what age it should be given. Does anyone know? __________________ Connie k

10-25-2006, 07:28 AM	#24
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	I started giving it too mine when they were 6 months old but i think you can give it at any age __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

10-25-2006, 08:05 AM	#26
Piccolo's mom Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Posts: 778	on sale at www.PetFoodDirect.com __________________ Barb & Piccolo If your dog barks and doesn't fit in a bread roll, don't eat it.

10-25-2006, 11:59 AM	#28
Morkie4 Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 4,549	$$$ I just got back from Petco and the 8oz bag of missing link plus was $19 and some change. The 16oz was $24.99.........unbelievable. I got mine off the internet for the 16oz/plus for $14.99 a bag plus shipping. It was the same price for shipping for one or two bags so I bought two. They are good until 2008. So even with the shipping it came out cheaper than at Petco. I have two dogs and I put some in with the morning food and some with the evening food and they eat out of separate bowls. I do cheat though. I buy shaved turkey and chicken at the Publix deli (boars head) and mix it (about a tablespoon full) with their dog food and the missing link. By feeding them twice a day, they gobble up the food and no waste. Also, I know that each of them is getting the amount they need. I may not be able to use the entire bag in three months but I'd rather throw it away then pay more for a smaller bag. Just do the math!!!

11-10-2006, 04:14 PM	#29
YORKIEMOM2B2006 Owned by 3 furbabies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Reading, Pennsylvania Posts: 2,546	wow on the prices of ml..i just got back from petco and they had 2 bags of ml on sale from 22.99 to 5 bucks each, so I got them both, I remembered reading about it on yt so now I'm here to read more on it, I couldnt pass it up at that price. __________________ Elaine, mom to 2 Yorkies Peanut & Dixie

10-13-2006, 01:28 PM	#16
RLC12345678 I heart Hootie & Hobbs Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: USA Posts: 7,149	I feed both of my yorkies out of the same bowl...I free feed...and every morning I put 1 tsp of missing link on top of their dry food and leave it out all day. The next day, if they haven't eaten all their food from the day before, I pour it back in the bag and get a fresh scoop of food, and put 1 tsp of ML on it. I just don't like throwing out food. But I figure if I pour it back in the bag, it will get mixed back in with the food that doesn't have ML on it.

10-15-2006, 07:05 AM	#21
doortego Little Bit & Buttons Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: US Posts: 2,160	I purchased an 8 oz bag at Petsmart.

10-25-2006, 11:22 AM	#27
my2boyz Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In my house :) Posts: 5,219	Farm & Fleet carries Missing Link regular and Plus...also the cat formula. The 16 oz. bag of the plus formula for dogs is $19.99.