[Hound Dog Mom]

Hi weimlove –

I figured you’d be feeding a variety of proteins – thanks for verifying though. I would say to make sure you’re feeding either sardines or cod liver oil – I would say enough to ensure at least 100 – 200 IU of vitamin D per day for a dog the size of Shadow (can give in larger doses a few days a week rather than daily – just average to this amount over the course of a week). I’d add a source of manganese – oysters and most nuts and seeds are a rich source of this mineral (I frequently feed tinned oysters, sprouted pumpkin seeds, sprouted sunflower seeds, sprouted flax and sprouted chia to ensure adequate amounts). I’d add whole “super foods” to ensure adequate amounts of vital trace nutrients (like iodine) – kelp, alfalfa, spirulina, etc. You’re also going to want to add some salt – I know salt gets a bad rap and it is definitely unhealthy in excess but it’s an essential nutrient. Salt deficiency isn’t typically a concern with processed foods but many homemade diets are deficient in sodium. I add a little sea salt or himalayan crystal salt to my dogs’ meals.

• This reply was modified 12 years, 10 months ago by Hound Dog Mom.
• This reply was modified 12 years, 10 months ago by Hound Dog Mom.