- Joined
- Feb 23, 2017
- Messages
- 5,310
@AgnesB posted this question in a different folder, but I thought we could discuss it here. I'd especially love to hear @Dr. Sue and @Dr. Christina's opinions, but will give mine as well.
The question was:
My answer is that the choice of a raw food diet would depend on the food being used, the severity and specifics of the allergies of the pup, and whether there were any other symptoms like a sensitive stomach.
I'd probably lean toward no additions for now. Consider an Answer's Raw Goat's Milk fast to help reduce potential food allergens, and then add back one diet component at a time to help determine if there are any food triggers.
A Nutriscan food allergy sensitivity test may be helpful in guiding to which foods to use:
Regarding oils and other food supplements in a situation like Bella's, I'd consider a consultation with the wise and wonderful @Nicci starting with this info:
northpointpets.com
The question was:
My answer is that the choice of a raw food diet would depend on the food being used, the severity and specifics of the allergies of the pup, and whether there were any other symptoms like a sensitive stomach.
I'd probably lean toward no additions for now. Consider an Answer's Raw Goat's Milk fast to help reduce potential food allergens, and then add back one diet component at a time to help determine if there are any food triggers.
A Nutriscan food allergy sensitivity test may be helpful in guiding to which foods to use:
Nutriscan | Hemopet
Give your animals the pet care they deserve. Hemopet's testing gives you data to help you understand your pet's dietary needs to improve your pet's overall health.
hemopet.org
Regarding oils and other food supplements in a situation like Bella's, I'd consider a consultation with the wise and wonderful @Nicci starting with this info:
Nutritional Counseling: Because Your Pet is Unique
We offer two nutritional counseling options: Basic or Advanced which are tailored to best fit your goals for you ...
northpointpets.com
