Meals for our puppy continues to be a chalenge...

[SheriS]

Meals for Cooper continues to be a strain. He's very picky. So far, he likes the most expensive meat (venision and lamb) w/o anythingelse added. Getting Fenbendazol into him for Giardia has been a struggle. We wonder if the meds or Giardia may be supressing his appetite.

Today is the last day of the meds so maybe we'll see improvement. Do you think if he tests negative, that we should still try the pumkin seeds?

In the mean time in an effort to provide him with meals that are complete and balanced, what do you think about using powdered egg shells in addition to meats and organs?

Lastly, we had galbladder issues with Fibi when she was a pup and eating beef. Is beef something we should avoid for Cooper? It certainly would be a lot more economical than venison.

Thank you,

Sheri and David

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Do you think if he tests negative, that we should still try the pumkin seeds?

Less is more...

what do you think about using powdered egg shells in addition to meats and organs?

Eggshell calcium is great. However it needs to be very finely ground (think chalk dust) in order to get properly absorbed.

I use Eggshellent Calcium powder when needed:

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Is beef something we should avoid for Cooper?

No (as long as the source is clean and "humane").

You may even have some local farms that package meat/glands/organs/bone.

 

[SheriS]

Less is more...


Eggshell calcium is great. However it needs to be very finely ground (think chalk dust) in order to get properly absorbed.

I use Eggshellent Calcium powder when needed:

Eggshellent Calcium 16 oz. - HomeVet

Are You Looking For An Alternative To Bone Meal? Do You Think Carnivores Should Get Their Calcium From An Animal Source? If you answered yes to these questions, you need to know about this product.

www.homevet.com

No (as long as the source is clean and "humane").

You may even have some local farms that package meat/glands/organs/bone.

@Dr. Jeff, Thank you for your insights. I had a question out about eggs in a different question but it didn't get answered.With MM info isn't there concern about using eggs at all? David asked the above w/o asking about egg toxicity. Is there another way to get calcium besides bone meal or calcium supplements?

 

[SheriS]

@Dr. Jeff, Thank you for your insights. I had a question out about eggs in a different question but it didn't get answered.With MM info isn't there concern about using eggs at all? David asked the above w/o asking about egg toxicity. Is there another way to get calcium besides bone meal or calcium supplements?

@Dr. Jeff,

Thank you for your insights. I had a question out about eggs in a different question but it didn't get answered.With MM info isn't there concern about using eggs at all? David asked the above w/o asking about egg toxicity. Is there another way to get calcium besides bone meal or calcium supplements?

@Dr. Jeff, David asked about the gallbladder and beef. Fibi's vet said the beef was too much for her gallbladder and that little dogs shouldn't eat it at all. Is there some truth to this? Maybe it's just the cut of beef and we should choose it (not buying ground) and have them grind it? In addition can you guide us about the ratio of meat: organs: vegetables: calcium (am I missing anything?

 

[Dr. Christina]

think for a moment, Sheri, about opinions for what people should eat. While many of our members have benefitted from the MM's recommendations, I know many for whom it was not good. The same is true for dogs. There are very few "rules" to be followed. Calcium is one of them. You can get a Calcium from Algae powder made by Animal Essentials.

Just as with people, try foods and monitor the results, especially with BEAM. type "evaluation+of+response" into the search bar in the library and begin to learn about cure, palliation & suppression. Grasp the value of BEAM and checking for the Early Warning Signs of Internal Imbalance. For instance, if you start feeding beef (should be fine and you can buy the cheapest cuts, but hunks, not ground is better) and the fur gets a little dull and stays that way, or the eyes begin to discharge a tiny bit, maybe beef is not good for Cooper.

Yes, the drugs can definitely push the vital force/Chi/Pranna out of balance which may suppress the appetite. The giardia might. Your goal is to build up the vital force ( virtual homeopathic vet like Dr. Jeff, local (ish) chinese medicine, your energy treatments, etc) so the energy field is balanced and the appetite & stools will be fine. Do record all this in the Healthy Dog Journal.

For now - have you tried every people food in the house - veges, fruits, meats, deli meats, sweet potatoes, ice cream....etc? Until the vital force is balanced, find the "treat foods" - maybe buying freeze dried liver, heart, etc, or find treats at a local pet store (highest quality is best). Right now you want eating to be fun. Maybe put some food on a little tray on a string and pull it along so he can "hunt" it. And, when thinking about food and appetite, think FUN, TASTY...not "oh, I sure hope he eats something" and worry.

Dr. Christina

 

[Dr. Jeff]

sn't there concern about using eggs at all?

Not for animals (aslong as the eggs are from "happy" chickens).

Is there another way to get calcium besides bone meal or calcium supplements?

Yes!

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[NancyK]

I was wondering what is wrong with bone meal if high quality. I use Four Leaf Rover Better Bones.

Here is a good article on different calcium sources explaining pros and cons of each. For puppies, it mentions it is harder to balance the minerals unless raw meaty bones or bone meal is used. The other sources are very low in phosphorus which is good for kidney disease but not so good for puppies in their opinion.

How To Balance Calcium For Dogs - Dogs Naturally

Nancy

 

[Dr. Jeff]

I was wondering what is wrong with bone meal if high quality

Nothing! For an animal-derived source, it's great as long as the animals are humanely raised.

 

[NancyK]

Nothing! For an animal-derived source, it's great as long as the animals are humanely raised.

Great. Four Leaf Rover Better Bones is from pasture raised New Zealand cattle and 3rd party tested so it seems to be a good product.

Nancy

 

[SheriS]

@Dr. Christina, Thank you for your useful message. With regard to Medium Medium not being right for some, I'd say that many people dabble with his suggestions and therefore they will not necessarily see the results they're looking for. It takes commitment and often much refinement of protocols to suit ones particular needs.
We prefer the algae in this case since he's already eating a lot of animals and not interested in veggies much at all.
I have a chronic illness which makes it challenging for me to study everything I need/want to within this amazing membership. I was drawn to HA! because I could ask questions live or here and read/watch videos as I was/am able. Also thanks for reminding me, we will be booking an appt with Dr. Jeff for homeopathy!

I was wondering what is wrong with bone meal if high quality. I use Four Leaf Rover Better Bones.

Here is a good article on different calcium sources explaining pros and cons of each. For puppies, it mentions it is harder to balance the minerals unless raw meaty bones or bone meal is used. The other sources are very low in phosphorus which is good for kidney disease but not so good for puppies in their opinion.

How To Balance Calcium For Dogs - Dogs Naturally

Nancy

Thank you @NancyK ! I hope to read this over the weekend. So much to learn