Looking for Allergy/Sensitive Dog Food

[Jamie_Dog_Trainer]

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Dry kibble doesn't keep the teeth clean, that is a myth and there are studies that show the facts. Dry food actually gives does more carbohydrates that turn into sugar acids in their mouths (just as in human mouths too). Dry kibble can actually contribute to cavities and mouth disease. Raw fed dogs, eating raw bones actually have cleaner teeth as the natural chewing/crushing action keeps their teeth sparkling white and clean.

I would suggest getting her off any food with grains and staying away from foods with lamb, chicken and beef. All those foods have high numbers of food allergy issues. If raw isn't for you try a food with NO: corn, soy, wheat, or rice. And the food you choose should have an alternative protein source such as venison, fish, rabbit, ect. There are plenty of commercial foods on the market that meet these requirements. Good luck

 

[carolinagirl58]

chewing on raw bones, meat and all the stringy tissues found in raw meat will keep the dog's teeth nice and clean. Dogs who are not used to raw might get an upset tummy, but they will quickly get used to it and do very well on it. It's a rare dog that will not thrive on a raw diet.

 

[Tracydr]

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Actually, dry food clumps up sugars and grains on the teeth. Raw has the bones, gristle and muscle meat to scrub and floss teeth. I've gone to three different vets and they have all agreed that raw is good and has been good for my dogs and kitten, especially for dental health. Don't feed large, weight bearing bones, though, they can crack teeth.
I had bloodwork done on all my pets just two days ago and it was normal on everyone, even my aged chihuahua who had acute hepatitis prior to raw.
As far as transitioning to raw, you start with one meat, usually something bland like chicken,for a couple of weeks. The bones help to firm u stool and when you start out you may give a bit more bone then you will need later on.
For more help with all kinds of diets including raw, there is a dog food forum called dog food chat.com. There is a raw forum on there and lots of people who have converted dogs with terrible allergies and digestive issues over to raw.
Good luck!

 

[Tracydr]

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Dry food cleaning teeth has been proven false in cats, and I would assume the same is true with dogs. Meat should only be given if formulated and balanced for a dog (i.e. a raw brand like Nature's Variety or Primal). EVO is somewhat expensive, but if you're looking for a solution, it may be the trick. Give your dog a couple of weeks to adjust to a new food.

Yes, in fact my vet, who did a fellowship in dentistry, verified this with me just two days ago. She said dry food is really bad for teeth. Only raw meat and bones do anything to help clean teeth.