Poodle Shedding!

Janet · 01-12-2008, 05:01 AM

They always suggest this site on YorkieTalk Tink, maybe you can get the information you need there. I've been very blessed not to have any food problems with the dogs ....so far. Hope it stays that way.

http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/

judy · 01-12-2008, 07:24 AM

I give mine chicken and rice mixed with some chopped meat and lentils and some veggies. The only prep time that's annoying is cutting up the chicken. Putting portions into baggies for freezing takes some doing, but I watch TV while I do it.

Just an idea - I only have 2 little Yorkies - you have big ones.

DianaB · 01-12-2008, 07:51 AM

I have Reuger on Science Diet for Sensitive Skin. He's always been on Science Diet but his skin has been so dry for the last several months. His fur is much shinier and he's not itching any more. Reuger has some problems with food allergies too and he's not having any trouble with this food. He also took Omega-3 oil for a while to help with the dryness.

RLC12345678 · 01-13-2008, 11:58 AM

Tink, I've been dealing with skin allergies with my yorkie, Hobbs, for over a year now. I've finally gotten it under control. I would suggest eliminating not only corn, but also other sources of allergies in dogs. I would switch to an exotic protein source...one that Moses has never been exposed to so you know he hasn't built up a sensitivity to it. Since most foods contain chicken and rice, it's best to switch him to something that doesn't contain chicken or rice since he's probably been exposed to these and has possibly built up a sensitivity to them. I suggest duck or fish based foods with potatoes as the carb instead of rice. Also, eliminating gleuten (Wheat, Barley, Rye), corn, dairy and soy. I found that Barley is a killer for Hobbs. So many treats and foods have barley and wheat in them. I would highly suggest switching to food and treats that do not.

My favorite allergy foods for dogs are the Natural Balance formulas......Duck & Potato or Sweet Potato & Fish are both great and have really helped Hobbs' skin. He was losing patches of hair all around my house too. But now he's 100% better!!! You also may want to add some Omega Fatty Acids to his food. I suggest Salmon Oil.

Here's the world's BEST website for people are who struggling with allergies in their dogs. It's helped me tremendously! It takes awhile to digest, but it's WELL worth the time it takes to read it!
http://dogtorj.tripod.com/id5.html

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me! When it comes to dog skin allergies, I've been there, done that!!!!!!!!

Oh and back to your original question, it will take a good month to see any difference if the new food you've gotten him does do the trick.

judy · 01-14-2008, 04:26 PM

How's Moses? Give him a big kiss on his nose from Aunt Judy please.

Marilyn · 01-14-2008, 05:33 PM

Tink, I can't add to the wonderful advice you have gotten. Just wanted to wish you the very best, and hope that Moses is much better very soon!!!

Moses

Janet · 01-14-2008, 05:38 PM

Hope you can get it figured out soon Tink.

01-12-2008, 05:01 AM	#1
Janet Moderator Donating 4WT 18K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: INDIANA Posts: 21,625	They always suggest this site on YorkieTalk Tink, maybe you can get the information you need there. I've been very blessed not to have any food problems with the dogs ....so far. Hope it stays that way. http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/ __________________ To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. ECCLESIASTES 3:1

01-12-2008, 07:24 AM	#2
judy Donating 4WT Yakker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver, NY Posts: 8,097	I give mine chicken and rice mixed with some chopped meat and lentils and some veggies. The only prep time that's annoying is cutting up the chicken. Putting portions into baggies for freezing takes some doing, but I watch TV while I do it. Just an idea - I only have 2 little Yorkies - you have big ones. __________________ *Judy*

01-12-2008, 07:51 AM	#3
DianaB Moderator Donating 4WT 13K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 16,069	I have Reuger on Science Diet for Sensitive Skin. He's always been on Science Diet but his skin has been so dry for the last several months. His fur is much shinier and he's not itching any more. Reuger has some problems with food allergies too and he's not having any trouble with this food. He also took Omega-3 oil for a while to help with the dryness. __________________ ´¨) ¸.•´¸.•´¨) ¸.•*¨) (¸.•´ (¸.•` ¤ Diana Baker ✞ You and I are friends....... Always remember that if you fall I will pick you up...... After I stop laughing!!!

01-13-2008, 11:58 AM	#4
RLC12345678 4WT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 1,614	Tink, I've been dealing with skin allergies with my yorkie, Hobbs, for over a year now. I've finally gotten it under control. I would suggest eliminating not only corn, but also other sources of allergies in dogs. I would switch to an exotic protein source...one that Moses has never been exposed to so you know he hasn't built up a sensitivity to it. Since most foods contain chicken and rice, it's best to switch him to something that doesn't contain chicken or rice since he's probably been exposed to these and has possibly built up a sensitivity to them. I suggest duck or fish based foods with potatoes as the carb instead of rice. Also, eliminating gleuten (Wheat, Barley, Rye), corn, dairy and soy. I found that Barley is a killer for Hobbs. So many treats and foods have barley and wheat in them. I would highly suggest switching to food and treats that do not. My favorite allergy foods for dogs are the Natural Balance formulas......Duck & Potato or Sweet Potato & Fish are both great and have really helped Hobbs' skin. He was losing patches of hair all around my house too. But now he's 100% better!!! You also may want to add some Omega Fatty Acids to his food. I suggest Salmon Oil. Here's the world's BEST website for people are who struggling with allergies in their dogs. It's helped me tremendously! It takes awhile to digest, but it's WELL worth the time it takes to read it! http://dogtorj.tripod.com/id5.html If you have any questions, feel free to PM me! When it comes to dog skin allergies, I've been there, done that!!!!!!!! Oh and back to your original question, it will take a good month to see any difference if the new food you've gotten him does do the trick. __________________ Rebecca "To whom much is given, much is expected." ~Luke 12:48

01-14-2008, 04:26 PM	#5
judy Donating 4WT Yakker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver, NY Posts: 8,097	How's Moses? Give him a big kiss on his nose from Aunt Judy please. __________________ *Judy*

01-14-2008, 05:33 PM	#6
Marilyn Donating 4WT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Texas Posts: 4,907	Tink, I can't add to the wonderful advice you have gotten. Just wanted to wish you the very best, and hope that Moses is much better very soon!!! Moses __________________ Marilyn If anyone would like a free Bible Study CD or book entitled "Searching for Truth", PM me with your mailing address and I'll send you one. "And you shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free." John 8:32

01-14-2008, 05:38 PM	#7
Janet Moderator Donating 4WT 18K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: INDIANA Posts: 21,625	Hope you can get it figured out soon Tink. __________________ To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. ECCLESIASTES 3:1

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