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Hanyougirlie1 · 04-06-2009, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by amandawash

So great. So many people get really offended when you suggest they wait, but it really can prevent a ton of heartbreak.

Can't wait to see pics!! Good luck with your puppy, hope she can stay with momma a few extra weeks

Nah, i wouldn't get offended. I mean, yeah i want my girl to come home, but i would rather she be healthy and ready to come. We just have to talk to my friend about it.
I will post pic's as soon as i can get them!

najael · 04-06-2009, 08:36 AM

Hi Hanyougirlie1,
I feed my Yorkies Organic chicken and turkey. I used organic brown rice peas carrots garlic in a small amount I also added organic fruit. Channels favorite veggie was Cauliflower And the broths low sodium. I bought her food at whole food store
Powder Greens essential....... this like a one day for dogs. I made up a six week supply and froze the rest. Put a three day supply in each bag. simply and very health for your little one.
Much better then anything on the market
2 cup poultry, chopped

organic
½ cup cooked brown rice

organic
½ cup boiled mixed vegetables/ peas and carrots
unsalted chicken broth
fresh garlic
I use a rice cooker

I cant say enough about Manuka Honey!!!!! Keeps your little one healthy Just a little 1 or 2 times a day

http://www.natural-animal-care-products.com/
read for your self
Also add dog greens. This is what I use.
http://www.caninekidneyhealth.com/Products.html
scroll down and look for dog greens
Hope this helps

The organic lady

Gigi485 · 04-06-2009, 10:13 AM

In the process of slowly switching from Eukanuba to Wellness Puppy....hoping it goes well. Sully didn't like Royal Canin at all.

There's a website called Dog Food Analysis out there and it rates the different foods.

Good Luck!

phfgkl · 04-06-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Gigi485

In the process of slowly switching from Eukanuba to Wellness Puppy....hoping it goes well. Sully didn't like Royal Canin at all.

There's a website called Dog Food Analysis out there and it rates the different foods.

Good Luck!

Myself, I don't like and won't use the dog food anyalysis. Do we even know who analizes these foods? I went to put down my review of one of the 6 star foods, and it wouldn't let me

Hanyougirlie1 · 04-06-2009, 10:53 AM

My husband and i are going to try out the wellness when we get her!
Thank you everyone for your advice and guidance! my husband and i really appreciate it!
I will post pictures of our little girl when we can get some pictures of her!

Vinniedoggy · 04-06-2009, 05:25 PM

My little guy has been very finnicky ever since I got him. Part of this was due to his rough start in life (abandoned at a shelter followed by some health issues) and part has just been his personality. The only food we have EVER had success with has been Nature's Variety raw medallions. I don't know if you can feed this to puppies, but for Vinnie it has been a life saver. I supplement this food with dog-friendly people food, such as cooked beef or bison and steamed veggies. This has seemed to work really well for both our dogs (one of which is not a yorkie).

chysie01 · 04-06-2009, 05:38 PM

I had my Yorkie, Buttons, on Eukanuba for the first month I had him and he did not like it at all..aahhaha. Not only that but he was constantly scratching and had really dry skin that started to flake.

I have tried many different foods to find the right fit for Buttons including Nutro, Science Diet, NV and basically, it has come down to Wellness and Nutro. Both are holistic and very healthy for their coats, skin, less eat infections, and i've noticed a much healthier looking/smelling stool too hehhe. Hope that helps!

veggienut · 04-06-2009, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinniedoggy

My little guy has been very finnicky ever since I got him. Part of this was due to his rough start in life (abandoned at a shelter followed by some health issues) and part has just been his personality. The only food we have EVER had success with has been Nature's Variety raw medallions. I don't know if you can feed this to puppies, but for Vinnie it has been a life saver. I supplement this food with dog-friendly people food, such as cooked beef or bison and steamed veggies. This has seemed to work really well for both our dogs (one of which is not a yorkie).

We have "Raw Medallions" here at "Feeder's Supply". I couldn't stand the smell when I tried that and his poop stunk awfully bad, so I took them back. But otherwise, he liked it.

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Originally Posted by chysie01

I had my Yorkie, Buttons, on Eukanuba for the first month I had him and he did not like it at all..aahhaha. Not only that but he was constantly scratching and had really dry skin that started to flake.

I have tried many different foods to find the right fit for Buttons including Nutro, Science Diet, NV and basically, it has come down to Wellness and Nutro. Both are holistic and very healthy for their coats, skin, less eat infections, and i've noticed a much healthier looking/smelling stool too hehhe. Hope that helps!

Is it possible that your Yorkie has a skin issue not related to food with his itching~? Mine is itching but for other reasons and I need to bathe him in a special soap weekly.

Britster · 04-07-2009, 05:22 AM

I've been feeding Jackson Merrick's Before Grain dry food for 4 weeks now and he loves it. It's a 5 star rated food, but I like the ingredients in it and he does well on the higher protein (32%) and more protein. They have three flavors: Buffalo, Chicken and Salmon.

Micah my love · 04-07-2009, 05:45 AM

I have fed Eukanuba for years from the time they are old enough to eat and have had no problems but very healthy babies, but i am sure there are many good foods out there to choose from

Betty & Micah my love

mlm512 · 04-07-2009, 09:41 AM

my pup is now on iams

viviansnickers · 04-07-2009, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by mlm512

my pup is now on iams

mlm512...please do not take the the wrong way but I feel you should be informed that Iams has had multiple claims filed against them for animal cruelty and testing on dogs. This may have been awhile back, but just wanted you to know. You have every right as a doggie owner to feed your pup what you wish, but just trying to get the word out there.

Smiles!!

mlm512 · 04-07-2009, 10:02 AM

Iams, is actually one of the foods the vet suggested. I just got out of college, and am looking for a job, so I can't afford a high grade food, so the vet said Iams is a healthy diet and inexpensive

viviansnickers · 04-07-2009, 10:11 AM

I completely understand!! Wanna let you know that many higher quality foods are the same price as Iams and other grocery store brands. Just only trying to help out as we all love our animals so much! But as long as you and your pup are happy, thats all that matters. I hope I did not offend you in any way!!

mlm512 · 04-07-2009, 10:21 AM

no you didn't offend me, is there any food you would suggest? My puppy chloe is 4 months old and is a bichon/yorkshire mix

04-06-2009, 08:36 AM	#32
najael YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cleveland, ohio and St. Kitts Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 1	food Hi Hanyougirlie1, I feed my Yorkies Organic chicken and turkey. I used organic brown rice peas carrots garlic in a small amount I also added organic fruit. Channels favorite veggie was Cauliflower And the broths low sodium. I bought her food at whole food store Powder Greens essential....... this like a one day for dogs. I made up a six week supply and froze the rest. Put a three day supply in each bag. simply and very health for your little one. Much better then anything on the market 2 cup poultry, chopped organic ½ cup cooked brown rice organic ½ cup boiled mixed vegetables/ peas and carrots unsalted chicken broth fresh garlic I use a rice cooker I cant say enough about Manuka Honey!!!!! Keeps your little one healthy Just a little 1 or 2 times a day http://www.natural-animal-care-products.com/ read for your self Also add dog greens. This is what I use. http://www.caninekidneyhealth.com/Products.html scroll down and look for dog greens Hope this helps The organic lady __________________ Alicia The organic Lady

04-06-2009, 10:53 AM	#35
Hanyougirlie1 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lindon, Utah Posts: 91	My husband and i are going to try out the wellness when we get her! Thank you everyone for your advice and guidance! my husband and i really appreciate it! I will post pictures of our little girl when we can get some pictures of her! __________________ Mommy to Baylee and Jack

04-06-2009, 05:25 PM	#36
Vinniedoggy YT Addict Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 280	My little guy has been very finnicky ever since I got him. Part of this was due to his rough start in life (abandoned at a shelter followed by some health issues) and part has just been his personality. The only food we have EVER had success with has been Nature's Variety raw medallions. I don't know if you can feed this to puppies, but for Vinnie it has been a life saver. I supplement this food with dog-friendly people food, such as cooked beef or bison and steamed veggies. This has seemed to work really well for both our dogs (one of which is not a yorkie). __________________ Andrea, Mom to Vinnie, Alex, and Guru

04-07-2009, 05:22 AM	#39
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,815	I've been feeding Jackson Merrick's Before Grain dry food for 4 weeks now and he loves it. It's a 5 star rated food, but I like the ingredients in it and he does well on the higher protein (32%) and more protein. They have three flavors: Buffalo, Chicken and Salmon. __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

04-07-2009, 10:11 AM	#44
viviansnickers Snick&Viv= BFF Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,755	I completely understand!! Wanna let you know that many higher quality foods are the same price as Iams and other grocery store brands. Just only trying to help out as we all love our animals so much! But as long as you and your pup are happy, thats all that matters. I hope I did not offend you in any way!! __________________ -Vivian Mommy to my cuddlebug baby boys-Snickers & Reesie

04-06-2009, 10:13 AM	#33
Gigi485 YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Methuen, MA USA Posts: 306	In the process of slowly switching from Eukanuba to Wellness Puppy....hoping it goes well. Sully didn't like Royal Canin at all. There's a website called Dog Food Analysis out there and it rates the different foods. Good Luck!

04-06-2009, 05:38 PM	#37
chysie01 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Rego Park, NY Posts: 4	I had my Yorkie, Buttons, on Eukanuba for the first month I had him and he did not like it at all..aahhaha. Not only that but he was constantly scratching and had really dry skin that started to flake. I have tried many different foods to find the right fit for Buttons including Nutro, Science Diet, NV and basically, it has come down to Wellness and Nutro. Both are holistic and very healthy for their coats, skin, less eat infections, and i've noticed a much healthier looking/smelling stool too hehhe. Hope that helps!

04-07-2009, 05:45 AM	#40
Micah my love Donating YT 100K Club Member & Top YorkieTalk Poster! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: western KY Posts: 108,935	I have fed Eukanuba for years from the time they are old enough to eat and have had no problems but very healthy babies, but i am sure there are many good foods out there to choose from Betty & Micah my love

04-07-2009, 09:41 AM	#41
mlm512 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ridgewood, NJ, USA Posts: 18	my pup is now on iams

04-07-2009, 10:02 AM	#43
mlm512 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ridgewood, NJ, USA Posts: 18	Iams, is actually one of the foods the vet suggested. I just got out of college, and am looking for a job, so I can't afford a high grade food, so the vet said Iams is a healthy diet and inexpensive

04-07-2009, 10:21 AM	#45
mlm512 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ridgewood, NJ, USA Posts: 18	no you didn't offend me, is there any food you would suggest? My puppy chloe is 4 months old and is a bichon/yorkshire mix