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BabyGirl Rosie · 02-15-2015, 05:58 PM

For you that home cook, which do you think is better? Brown rice or white rice? I have heard white is easier on their tummy. Any one with knowledge about this? Thanks!

jadabug · 02-15-2015, 06:01 PM

I home cook and I've used white rice in a pinch before. My recipes from Dr R call for brown rice but I'm not sure why. I will be following this thread to see what the difference is. I will say that jada had a complete blood panel done last week due to a tummy issue she was having. All of her blood work results were very good.

ironmike86 · 02-15-2015, 06:28 PM

Brown rice hasn't had all the processing or bleaching as white. Has more nutrients and fiber

107barney · 02-15-2015, 07:13 PM

Brown rice is less processed. Does it mean more nutrients and fiber? It depends on one's perspective. I tend to think of a dog's diet as a whole. So if the dog is eating other sources of fiber then I don't care if the carbohydrate source in the diet contains fiber. It is for this reason that I follow a veterinary nutritionist's advice who has looked at the entire diet. Some people care about the amount of fiber they can get from rice (or other grains) as if it is the only way in the world anyone can get fiber. Vegetables can provide plenty of fiber. I think brown rice is harder on a dog w/ a history of GI issues.

Yorkiedaze · 02-15-2015, 07:25 PM

I don't us either one. I use Quinoa or barley, and I cook these my home made chicken broth. You can also use sodium free chicken broth. They come in a little green box that's usually found where all the bouillon. Herb-Ox Sodium Free Granulated Chicken Bouillon Packets, 8 count, 1.2 oz - Walmart.com

ironmike86 · 02-15-2015, 07:57 PM

I don't use any grains for my dogs . My preference. I'm just stating the differences between white and brown. Veggies are better for fiber.

ironmike86 · 02-15-2015, 08:00 PM

Quinoa is a complete protein considered a super food. Which I eat. Especially when on a 3 day hike because its light. But I still don't give to my dogs. Not right or wrong just my preference.

Lovetodream88 · 02-15-2015, 09:41 PM

I have read and been told brown rice is harder to digest. When Callie has had tummy issues in the past my vet has always recommended white rice and chicken and was specific to white rice.

107barney · 02-16-2015, 04:20 AM

I don't eat grains at all and currently neither do my dogs. But rice is brought into dog diets when home cooking for carbohydrate. If you use something else other proteins are usually cut back.

BabyGirl Rosie · 02-16-2015, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 107barney

Brown rice is less processed. Does it mean more nutrients and fiber? It depends on one's perspective. I tend to think of a dog's diet as a whole. So if the dog is eating other sources of fiber then I don't care if the carbohydrate source in the diet contains fiber. It is for this reason that I follow a veterinary nutritionist's advice who has looked at the entire diet. Some people care about the amount of fiber they can get from rice (or other grains) as if it is the only way in the world anyone can get fiber. Vegetables can provide plenty of fiber. I think brown rice is harder on a dog w/ a history of GI issues.

Rosie has a history of tummy issues. It appears my Lily has a sensitive tummy as well. That's why I was wondering about white rice as Lily can't seem to handle sweet potatoes. We also use green beans which is fiber. We may need to get a special recipe from Dr R instead of using a generic one for Lily.

BabyGirl Rosie · 02-16-2015, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

I have read and been told brown rice is harder to digest. When Callie has had tummy issues in the past my vet has always recommended white rice and chicken and was specific to white rice.

Mine does too Taylor. That's why I was questioning the brown rice

Wylie's Mom · 02-16-2015, 05:50 AM

When I was homecooking, I much preferred white rice vs brown rice bc of how a dog's digestive system works to process carbs, as compared to ours....white is easier/simpler to digest for dogs. Remember, dogs don't have amylase in their saliva like we do...

107barney · 02-16-2015, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by BabyGirl Rosie

Rosie has a history of tummy issues. It appears my Lily has a sensitive tummy as well. That's why I was wondering about white rice as Lily can't seem to handle sweet potatoes. We also use green beans which is fiber. We may need to get a special recipe from Dr R instead of using a generic one for Lily.

Why don't you change to white potato and change green beans to cooked carrots.

mimimomo · 02-16-2015, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

I don't us either one. I use Quinoa or barley, and I cook these my home made chicken broth. You can also use sodium free chicken broth. They come in a little green box that's usually found where all the bouillon. Herb-Ox Sodium Free Granulated Chicken Bouillon Packets, 8 count, 1.2 oz - Walmart.com

That has onion powder in it...usu store bought broth does contain onion...onion in any form is toxic to dogs.

Harrysmum · 02-16-2015, 03:14 PM

Rhonda, as you know I home-cook for Harry...we don't have your sweet potato issues - but we DO have issues with brown rice, it seems to be waaaay too harsh on his little (!!!) tummy - really upsets it and makes him very loose. No problems at all with white rice, though

He gets loads of fibre from his many veggies...hope all's well with you all!

xxx

02-15-2015, 05:58 PM	#1
BabyGirl Rosie I ♥ my girls! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: With My Yorkies Posts: 18,980	Brown vs White Rice For you that home cook, which do you think is better? Brown rice or white rice? I have heard white is easier on their tummy. Any one with knowledge about this? Thanks! __________________ Momma to three sweet Yorkie girls Rosie Marie, Mikki Leigh , and Lily Mae Grace!

02-15-2015, 06:01 PM	#2
jadabug Jada + Bogie = ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mayberry AKA smalltown usa Posts: 24,078	I home cook and I've used white rice in a pinch before. My recipes from Dr R call for brown rice but I'm not sure why. I will be following this thread to see what the difference is. I will say that jada had a complete blood panel done last week due to a tummy issue she was having. All of her blood work results were very good. __________________ Michelle, Jada and Bogie Last edited by jadabug; 02-15-2015 at 06:04 PM.

02-15-2015, 07:13 PM	#4
107barney T. Bumpkins & Co. Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 9,816	Brown rice is less processed. Does it mean more nutrients and fiber? It depends on one's perspective. I tend to think of a dog's diet as a whole. So if the dog is eating other sources of fiber then I don't care if the carbohydrate source in the diet contains fiber. It is for this reason that I follow a veterinary nutritionist's advice who has looked at the entire diet. Some people care about the amount of fiber they can get from rice (or other grains) as if it is the only way in the world anyone can get fiber. Vegetables can provide plenty of fiber. I think brown rice is harder on a dog w/ a history of GI issues. __________________ T. Bumpkins & Co. Washable Doggie Pee Pads (Save 10% Enter YTSAVE10 at checkout) Cathy, Teddy, Winston and Baby Clyde...RIP angels Barney and Daisy

02-15-2015, 07:25 PM	#5
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 12,228	I don't us either one. I use Quinoa or barley, and I cook these my home made chicken broth. You can also use sodium free chicken broth. They come in a little green box that's usually found where all the bouillon. Herb-Ox Sodium Free Granulated Chicken Bouillon Packets, 8 count, 1.2 oz - Walmart.com __________________ AZRAEL RAZAEL JILLI ANN

02-15-2015, 09:41 PM	#8
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,247	I have read and been told brown rice is harder to digest. When Callie has had tummy issues in the past my vet has always recommended white rice and chicken and was specific to white rice. __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

02-15-2015, 06:28 PM	#3
ironmike86 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,628	Brown rice hasn't had all the processing or bleaching as white. Has more nutrients and fiber

02-15-2015, 07:57 PM	#6
ironmike86 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,628	I don't use any grains for my dogs . My preference. I'm just stating the differences between white and brown. Veggies are better for fiber.

02-15-2015, 08:00 PM	#7
ironmike86 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,628	Quinoa is a complete protein considered a super food. Which I eat. Especially when on a 3 day hike because its light. But I still don't give to my dogs. Not right or wrong just my preference.

02-16-2015, 04:20 AM	#9
107barney T. Bumpkins & Co. Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 9,816	I don't eat grains at all and currently neither do my dogs. But rice is brought into dog diets when home cooking for carbohydrate. If you use something else other proteins are usually cut back. __________________ T. Bumpkins & Co. Washable Doggie Pee Pads (Save 10% Enter YTSAVE10 at checkout) Cathy, Teddy, Winston and Baby Clyde...RIP angels Barney and Daisy

02-16-2015, 05:50 AM	#12
Wylie's Mom Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 35,889 Blog Entries: 2	When I was homecooking, I much preferred white rice vs brown rice bc of how a dog's digestive system works to process carbs, as compared to ours....white is easier/simpler to digest for dogs. Remember, dogs don't have amylase in their saliva like we do... __________________ ~ A friend told me I was delusional. I nearly fell off my unicorn. ~ °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨° Ann \| Pfeiffer \| Marcel Verdel Purcell \| Wylie \| Artie °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨°

02-16-2015, 03:14 PM	#15
Harrysmum Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Chessington, Surrey, UK Posts: 5,062	Rhonda, as you know I home-cook for Harry...we don't have your sweet potato issues - but we DO have issues with brown rice, it seems to be waaaay too harsh on his little (!!!) tummy - really upsets it and makes him very loose. No problems at all with white rice, though He gets loads of fibre from his many veggies...hope all's well with you all! xxx __________________ Sally x