I need a HEALTHY way to put some meat on my little one's bones! - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Teryn · 07-24-2007, 06:29 AM

Do any of you have recommendations on how to have a puppy gain weight healthily? He is eating dry dog food, so it's not that he isn't eating. I am just scared that he needs to be bigger. Thanks!

newmommy · 07-24-2007, 06:54 AM

what about healty snacks like fruit? cottage cheese??? mix some wet food in with the dry

Wylie's Mom · 07-25-2007, 04:20 AM

How old is he, how much does he weigh, and how often are you feeding? And, what type of food?

You could start w/ small things - make the current food more appetizing: moisten it, sprinkle parmesan on it, add some canned dog food, add a bit of boiled chicken breast ("shred" it first). You could give yogurt, cottage cheese, a bit of tuna here and there, some cheese.

Teryn · 07-25-2007, 05:04 AM

At the vet two weeks ago, he was 7 months old and 1.3 lbs. Right now he eats Science Diet Lamb and Rice Small Bites (dry), but I am going to change to Canidae I think. I am just so scared of adding things because I don't want to upset his little belly and make him vomit or give him diarrhea.

Remember, I am not trying to make him "fat", just get some healthy muscle and mass on his bones!

I welcome all suggestions and advice!

Suzy · 07-26-2007, 04:25 PM

Have you tried supplementing with Nutri-Cal? It's a high calorie supplement that is easily accepted by most dogs, and I think that might help.

Teryn · 07-26-2007, 04:35 PM

I tried Nutri-cal and he doesn't like it. I just bought some Innova EVO small bites that will have more protein and be better for him. Hopefully, it will help him gain good weight/muscle!

Suzy · 07-26-2007, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Teryn

I tried Nutri-cal and he doesn't like it. I just bought some Innova EVO small bites that will have more protein and be better for him. Hopefully, it will help him gain good weight/muscle!

Maybe try cottage cheese, yogurt, and fresh meats. That might help too. Watch the dairy at first though, could upset his tummy.

07-24-2007, 06:29 AM	#1
Teryn YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 250	I need a HEALTHY way to put some meat on my little one's bones! Do any of you have recommendations on how to have a puppy gain weight healthily? He is eating dry dog food, so it's not that he isn't eating. I am just scared that he needs to be bigger. Thanks!

07-24-2007, 06:54 AM	#2
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07-25-2007, 04:20 AM	#3
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07-25-2007, 05:04 AM	#4
Teryn YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 250	At the vet two weeks ago, he was 7 months old and 1.3 lbs. Right now he eats Science Diet Lamb and Rice Small Bites (dry), but I am going to change to Canidae I think. I am just so scared of adding things because I don't want to upset his little belly and make him vomit or give him diarrhea. Remember, I am not trying to make him "fat", just get some healthy muscle and mass on his bones! I welcome all suggestions and advice! __________________ Mother to 2 gorgeous & intelligent little yorkies, (Chica) Mia and Yoshi , and 1 chinchilla Posh !

07-26-2007, 04:25 PM	#5
Suzy 2 Pups=Double Trouble! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 6,581	Have you tried supplementing with Nutri-Cal? It's a high calorie supplement that is easily accepted by most dogs, and I think that might help. __________________ Suzy Emma & Milli What's better than loving a yorkie? Loving two yorkies! Milli 's Remi!

07-26-2007, 04:35 PM	#6
Teryn YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 250	I tried Nutri-cal and he doesn't like it. I just bought some Innova EVO small bites that will have more protein and be better for him. Hopefully, it will help him gain good weight/muscle! __________________ Mother to 2 gorgeous & intelligent little yorkies, (Chica) Mia and Yoshi , and 1 chinchilla Posh !