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LP and Raw Diets Remy had his annual check up yesterday, and we had some interesting commentary from our vet that I thought I would share Rem had been assessed with LP in his one leg between grade 3/4 last summer. The vet at that point suggested we monitor things and consider surgery. He had had an injury at 6 months that may have precipitated the LP. At that point we switched him to a Raw diet, not necessarily for that reason, but in part to see if it would positively impact his joints Yesterday the vet felt the luxation in the knee was significantly improved, to the point where the knee cap would stay in place, and go back on its own if manipulated out. Much different than last summer. My conclusion is that the Raw diet, combined with his exercise program has provided non-surgical, positive results to the LP condition. She indicated that she would definitely not recommend surgery for him if he was not experiencing any problems - which he is not - no leg lifting, and no favoring it. All in all we were thrilled to hear this news!! |
Wonderful news--- My dogs get a supplement daily meal of BARF and I have to give that at least partial credit for remarkably healthy dogs. |
That is great news on your baby. Where exactly do you get RAW. This is something I am considering looking in to and I know nothing about it. |
Wow -- what GREAT news!! :thumbup: I'm really interested in the raw feeding but can't get myself to do it yet, for cost reasons and also just me not knowing a whole lot about it. I don't think I could afford to feed my 16lb Yorkie only raw, but I was wondering if it's possible to feed him as a 'treat' maybe 1-2x a week? Or would that mess up his system? There's a pet store in Annapolis that has a whole freezer full of all the raw (Primal, Stella & Chewie's,etc) and I *almost* bought a bag of the medallions. But I'm just so clueless! I'm so happy for Remy! :) |
That is great news! I didnt' see any indication of Remy having any issues at Quiet Waters. I've wondered about feeding raw but both hubby and our vet are too keen on it. |
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I initially did not think the expense was too bad; I was able to get a bag of NV medallions (these are the 1 oz sizes) for $14.00. Rem eats 4 per day (4 oz), so at 48 per bag that is 12 days of food at about $1.15 per day. BUT today I just went to the store and the same bag is now $22! Apparently NV has had a big $$$ increase. So, his food costs $1.80 + per day (in addition to the carrots and green beans he gets). If you buy a larger portion size - the patties are 8 oz and are 12 per package, that is $38.00. For me this brings the average cost down to $1.60 per day...and Remy gets 2 days out of 1 patty Based on NV's online calculator Jackson would probably eat around 8 oz per day (16 lb very active dog) and that would get pretty costly Jack's son Jason feeds their Malti-poo a combination of NV Raw and kibble. He gets 2 medallions per day and the rest is kibble. They said his digestive system has been fine....so it may work ok for Jackson!! |
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I did not ask the vet before switching him, and to be honest Jack was not keen on it either. He was concerned about contamination, etc. He's since been won over tho..especially when he say how FAST Rem would consume it! |
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My kids get the Primal Lamb medallions. We are so happy with how healthy they are! Bella was also dx with a LP at an early age. NO problems here now!!(knock on wood):D |
We actually started eating the NV raw medallions this week and so far so good. Hopefully it works out because Tucker is such a picky eater but he actually likes these. |
:thumbup: Thanks Susanne. I am going to look into this more as an option for us as well. |
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Nature's Variety If you are investigating Raw diets, this is only one of the commercial options; Primal is another example. |
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