Need help determining what to feed my pup

[Pixx]

Hi.. Im just a newbie at raising a rottweiler.. I have a 4month old rottie.. can u give me advice on what to feed her? i already tried a lot of dog food but now i decided to feed her a hollisctic lamb and rice recipe..

[hokisteph5]

Here are some of the foods I commonly see recommended: Canidae, Innova, California Natural, Wellness. You can also do a search on here to see what some of the feedback has been.

[Kahlua's mom]

We switched to Canidae all stages about a month ago from Nutro. I already notice a difference her coat looks a lot better, she eats less, and her gas has significantly improved! She used to clear out the rooms. LOL!

[the pastor]

I have a 2 month old rottie and I am feeling overwhelmed by the information on food; the gentleman at petsmart recommended something from purina, proplan, the vet recommended science diet; then I see the articles on the site. I am not sure which way to go

[Pixx]

i am currently using a hollistic recipe of lamb and rice and i also put red rice for carbo i also mix it with egg once a week.. Is this better than buying commercial dog food? by the way.. i'm having a hard time looking for canidae.. thanks for the tip..

[Mochasmom]

What foods are available to you Pixx? That may help us to recommend one better.

[slinger]

I would definitely stick with a super premium brand. Do a search on here, and you'll come up with a list.

Some of the brands that come to mind are:

Canidae, Innove, Flint River, Solid Gold, California Natural, Nutro Ultra, etc.

In general, vets don't know a whole lot about nutrition.

~Leanne

[Daisy Duke]

Originally Posted by the pastor

I have a 2 month old rottie and I am feeling overwhelmed by the information on food; the gentleman at petsmart recommended something from purina, proplan, the vet recommended science diet; then I see the articles on the site. I am not sure which way to go

You probably wont find anything worth its grits at petco/ petsmart. The best you can get there would probably be like Natrual Balance or Royal Canin.....
And your vet makes plenty of money by suggesting you use Science Diet..... I would not suggest it.

[the pastor]

thank you guys very much; this forum has been a tremendous help for me as a new owner of a rottie. I have found a store that sells the Canidae; I may go with it; how can i discover what ingredients I should look for regardless of the
brand or food I select

[hokisteph5]

Originally Posted by the pastor

how can i discover what ingredients I should look for regardless of the brand or food I select

You can do a search on the forums and you'll find a lot of info or you can take a look at the Whole Dog Journal. Alternatively, here's a link another member (sorry I can't remember which one) provided in another thread. It lists the "good" foods and tells a little bit why.

[Kahlua's mom]

I get Canidae at our local feed store. If you go to their web site you can put in your zip code and it will locate the nearest store to you. All Natural, Human Grade, Holistic Pet Foods. Dog Food, Cat Food, Kitten Food, Dog Biscuits, & Canidae Platinum Diet

[the pastor]

Wow, the ling that hokisteph5 provided is incredible. Thanks a bunch

[chuck2969]

Originally Posted by Pixx

i am currently using a hollistic recipe of lamb and rice and i also put red rice for carbo

Why would you add rice to a kibble that already has it? Your dog has no need for carbohydrates, I'd try to keep them as low as possible.

[Pixx]

ok i'd try to lessen the rice.. he's already bloating.. she is 4 months and he ways about more than 10 kilos.. is she overweight? by the way.. I found royal canin and nutro here.. which is better? thanks in advance..

[missrock]

Regarding feeding..........have any of you heard that it is a good idea to change the type of protein/food occasionally to prevent food allergies? I was told that by a trainer. My Vet. had always said NOT to change foods. Any feedback? I have been changing foods and my dogs have had no problem with this. Thanks.