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Food for Small Breed pups
any suggestions??
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Posted: 11:31:56 AM 12/27/2006
I know this is a common topic, but for those willing to bear with me, what foods would you suggest for a small breed puppy? i.e. chihuahua

I've looked at Nutro, but I'm sure there are better brands out there. She's on Eukanuba small breed puppy right now

I'd like her transition to be as smooth as possible.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

***Edited By: Pebbies on 12/27/2006 11:52:21 AM***
Reason: correction
Posted: 11:42:09 AM 12/27/2006
I have Poms and I feed all my dogs Chicken Soup Dog Lovers Soul. Actually, I have 5 dogs.......2 Poms, 1 Mini Schnauzer, and two mixed mutts that I rescued from some idiot. LOL. They all love Chicken Soup!
Posted: 12:09:02 PM 12/27/2006
Are you looking for better nutrition, or easier intake? My Pom eats raw, but he has to have his food ground up because he has such a small little mouth.
I know quite a few people with small dogs who have problems finding foods with small enough bits for their dogs to take in.
Posted: 12:12:24 PM 12/27/2006
Innova Evo kibble is a great food and is tiny pieces. Its for all life stages as well. I feed this to my chinese crested (hairless & toothless) and she does really well on it.
Posted: 12:40:46 PM 12/27/2006
Thanks for the replies. I'll read up on the foods when I get home :)

I'm looking for better nutrition, but I'd like to make sure the pieces aren't too large for her.

I've read posts from several members who feed raw, but I don't think I'm ready for that :(
Posted: 4:20:56 PM 12/27/2006
I looked up dealers for Chicken Soup and there are only two places remotely close to where I live *sigh*. I still have to look at Innova...

Do any of you have thoughts on nutro?
Posted: 7:28:46 PM 12/27/2006
Why don't you try Royal Canine, they break down their food categories a lot and basically have a specific food for different breed and size, targeted at different dogs. I know for sure have 2 kinds for just chihuahuas, young and adult.
Posted: 7:49:08 PM 12/27/2006
I feed my pug Nutro Max puppy in the purple bag, and he seems to like it. His size is close to that of a large Chi, and he does ok with the nugget size/shape.

He does seem to go to the bathroom (#2) alot, not sure if it is because of the food...? But that is the only problem, if you could call it one, that I have experienced. Also, it is always solid, and doesnt seem to hurt him, and his weight is good according to the vet....

***Edited By: christinaluvspugs on 12/27/2006 7:50:27 PM***
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Posted: 9:18:16 PM 12/27/2006
You don't have to do all raw if you aren't ready. You can rotate with kibble or canned.

I feed Wysong and raw to my 2 Chis. They don't fart either. My bf's sister just got a Boston puppy who's on Science Diet and boy did he let one rip when we were over for xmas... p.u.!
Posted: 7:55:26 AM 12/28/2006
Thanks again...I'm going to look into Royal Canine as well.
Posted: 8:18:44 AM 12/28/2006
Hi I raise Chihuahuas and Miniature Schnauzers ansd all mine are on Science Diet Small Bites Puppies they have an adult small bites too. That is the best food as far as I am concerned I love it and my pets love it too.Makes them so nice and healthy, shiny coats and no problems what so ever.
Posted: 8:42:34 AM 12/28/2006
I believe Solid Gold makes a food for small breeds. Timberwolf Organics kibble is small enough for small breeds. I wouldn't suggest royal canin, it's not that great.
Posted: 8:51:59 AM 12/28/2006
Thanks.

I was starting to wonder when you'd pop in LOR :)

Actually, I think I'll print this thread out...it'll be easier after work :)
Posted: 3:15:49 PM 12/28/2006
I'm on Petco's site right now. If someone has the time, what do you think of Solid Gold Hundchen Flocken Puppy food?

Posted: 8:00:47 PM 12/28/2006
solid gold is a good food, but i dont know what the kibble size is. another good food that is for all life stages and has small kibble is canidae. petco wouldnt carry that food though i'm sure.
Posted: 3:45:34 PM 1/26/2007
I have a very small (3 lb) yorkie mix, and she eats NurtoMax puppy food. At first I didn't think that she would be able to eat it because it was bigger and pretty crunchy. After we brought her home from the breeder, we started mixing our food with some of the food that they provided, and she prefers NurtroMax over what the breeder had been feeding her, which was Pro Kennel's Choice and their bits of food are very small. Do you not like Nutro? I know I was talking to one of the trainers where we have classes likes it for her chihuahuas.
pope1982
Posted: 4:04:39 PM 1/26/2007
I have a toy poodle who is about 7 lbs. It is hard for me to find foods that are easy for his little mouth to crunch without too much work...
We settled on Natural Balance Potato and Duck formula. It LOOKS bigger, but they are little round, almost flat pieces so it crunches so light and effortlessly for him, that he is actually able to enjoy his food instead of watching him sort of struggle.
Watch your mouth, because your speech is slurred enough that you just might swallow your tongue
Posted: 4:59:01 PM 1/26/2007
Well, the absolute best food is a raw diet.
But for kibble I used to feed drs foster and smith brand foods.
Posted: 5:03:36 PM 1/26/2007
Hi,

My new little one is on Eucanuba as well. I also have 3 shelties and I feed them Natural Choice which is by Nutro. I always have had good luck with them. I will put my new one on this eventually. Take Care.

Nancy
Posted: 6:23:35 PM 1/27/2007
eukaneuba is a crappy food. loaded with corn and preservatives!
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