Does this have all the nutrients needed for large breed puppies?
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I believe the answer is yes, because I know a breeder that feeds this to her Lab puppies. They grow healthy and strong.
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Taste of the Wild is the only brand my Doberman has ever eaten. I got him as an 8-week-old puppy and he had been the "runt" of the litter but he stole my heart. He is now four-years-old, strong, glossy coat, full of energy, muscular, and so TALL. Not a runt anymore. TOTW is an excellent food, he loves it, and we'd never give him anything else.
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I undestand that this food can be given to all ages of dogs. I asked my vet about it and was told it is a good choice, and the staff in the pet-food store also recommended it over many other brands. I feed my Rotweiller and my small beagle mixed breed this food and both of them thrive on it. Here is the link if you wish to research more.http://www.tasteofthewildpetfood.com/
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I think no. I looked into this for a Saint Bernard puppy, but according to the TOTW FAQ this has more than the maximum recommend calcium content (2.1% vs 1.5%) and calcium to phosphorus ratio (1.5:1 vs 1.3:1). This all seems pretty confusing, but TOTW recommends their High Prairie Puppy which has lower calcium. Also it's more expensive. http://www.tasteofthewildpetfood.com/faq/#191
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Thanks for asking the question! It's the exact question that I was going to ask myself. I have large breed puppies and I was wondering if this was an all stage food, suitable for large breed puppies.
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From what I understand yes. My friend who competes in Westminster w/ long hair collies (a large breed) has raised all her pups on this. I figure she would know what's best so I raised my Siberian Husky on this and he loves it.
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I know it's moderate protein and low fat..as for the percentage..no clue..I have a 12 and 11 yr old greyhound that have been getting this food for a while..and they are in good health for their breed's age...I love this brand.great quality food for the price!!
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BB has puppy dog food also which gives a higher caloric intake. I know getting two different foods is a pain but it is only for a short time. I have done some study on different dog foods because one of my dogs ended up with kidney stones. What I found was that grain free is the way to go. Also making sure your dog gets plenty of water. I add a little water to there food and they at it all up within 5 mins.
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Are you asking what protein works best for the breed? As a dog trainer, this would depend on your dog's needs. Does he have allergies? Is his activity level low, or extremely high? Unless he is extremely active, I wouldn't recommend any from the wilderness line because the high amount of protein will cause unnecessary weight gain. & So long as he doesn't have allergies, he would be well suited for the regular Large Breed Blue Buffalo dog food, in the bright orange bag, as the glucosamine and chondroitin is good for his joints. With that said, if he does have allergies, or is extremely active, I would put him on the Large Breed Turkey formula within the Wilderness line, again for the benefit of glucosamine & chondroitin. I hope this helps!
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I would ask my vet before feeding ANY food larger than puppy food to a small breed 10 week old puppy. Better safe than sorry. Best wishes!
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The Hills Science Diet large breed adult kibble is good size. I have a 90lb lab and he crunches it up before swallowing. Hope this helps!
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According to the breeder we got our puppy from, he prefers grain free food for puppies and adults. He breeds Labradors and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrivers. We will be feeding our Toller grain free food even when he is an adult.
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Chris, the nutritional breakdown is on the label. I've never tried to find it on the internet though. I was introduced to this product by a friend who's dog has cancer. It has helped my old dogs very much!
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This is great dog food, however, might wanna get puppy food! More calories etc to help em grow:))
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I have a ten year old yorkie male, and this is all he's ever been on: Suggested Feeding Portions Normal activity High activity Weight of Dog cups (g) per day cups (g) per day 4.4 lb (2 kg) 1/2 cups (47 g) 5/8 cups (53 g) 6.6 lb (3 kg) 3/4 cups (63 g) 3/4 cups (72 g) 8.8 lb (4 kg) 7/8 cups (78 g) 1 cups (89 g) Ingredients Brewers rice, brown rice, chicken by-product meal, chicken fat, wheat gluten, corn gluten meal, corn, natural flavors, powdered cellulose, dried plain beet pulp, fish oil, grain distillers dried yeast, vegetable oil, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, sodium silico aluminate, fructooligosaccharides, sodium tripolyphosphate, salt, taurine, hydrolyzed yeast, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), inositol, niacin supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement], DL-methionine, choline chloride, magnesium oxide, L-lysine, glucosamine hydrochloride, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate], tea, L-carnitine, chondroitin sulfate, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid. 100% Complete and Balanced YORKSHIRE TERRIER ADULT Breed Health Nutrition is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.
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I don't think you need to give it at such a young age. I worked at a pet store for 25 years. and I would just feed a Large breed dog food, maybe Nutro Max or Pro Pac Large Breed adult. Maybe wait till about age 5 to 6. These diets will have the right amount of Nutrients.
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25% protein; 16% fat. High fiber, no fillers. We have a six year old golden retriever who is still listed at the vets as being in "puppy" shape. It is also very good, the vet say, for keeping tarter off the teeth. The kibbles do a very good job in removing tartar. Thena has beautiful white teeth and health gums.
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Puppies like your lab mix and adolescents like your mini dach have different nutritional needs as they are in different stages of development and are very different in size and activity level. It's not entirely dependent on breed, but size age and activity level have the most to do with what you should be feeding your pooches. Good on you for looking at the better formulas, not the grain filler crap.
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A good dog food should support all life stages, from weaned pups to old age. Puppies and lactating females require more food per lb of body weight, not different food. Young canines in the wild need and eat the exact same food as their parents, just more of it. It is sometimes eaten first and regurgitated for them by the adults, which is simply a convenient means of carrying it back to the den. "Life Stage" pet foods is more marketing than science and I would never feed any dog a food too deficient to sustain growth in a puppy.
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This particular formula is for 20 lbs and under. I'm sure they have a product for larger breeds. I make my own dog food and put a scoop in each serving for my Chihuahuas. They love it and they are very healthy.
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Keep in mind, I'm only commenting on the puppy food. I do believe they have adult dog food in large kibble size for that specific purpose. This one is just the puppy food.
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There is 500 mg of glucose in the tabs. They recommend 1 tablet for every 20 lbs of body weight. Has 100 mg of Vitamine C, 1.12 mg. zinc, .112 mg. of copper & .09 mg. of manganese. I do believe they have helped my dogs, I have 2 older dogs & they seem to love them, I also give them regular fish oil capsules you can purchase anywhere. I figure if they are good for me they should work for dogs & cats as well... :) Hope this helps you & your pups...