[CatahoulaLove]

“The vet is putting you on the wrong track IMO.

You are using one of the best kibbles available (despite my strong preference for PMR raw, as a disclaimer).

Other formulas are going to increase calories from carbohydrates which is a huge negative and will directly de-condition your dog as a result of the dietary change.

The “only working dogs require protein” argument is a fallacy.”

That PMR raw site is amazing. I’m pretty sure my family would vomit during every feeding. Seriously though, going from 17% carbs to more than double, if not more, is not the direction I want to go with Harper. I wouldn’t mind eliminating the peas altogether, but they are a little further down the ingredient list for Victor, and I’ll likely have to compromise protein or fat content. My vet did recommend Natural Balance L.I.D, while not truly horrible, is a step back. Glad she didn’t recommend Hill’s…because I like the practice and would hate to leave it. Thanks Bill, I appreciate your insight.

• This reply was modified 5 years, 8 months ago by CatahoulaLove.
• This reply was modified 5 years, 8 months ago by CatahoulaLove. Reason: Using that English degree

[CatahoulaLove]

She’s 70 lbs, and the vet says she is in fantastic shape. She gets similar exercise in the back yard, some walks at night, and 3 kids under 8 to run around with. I do notice that she may not eat for a day, then eat 3 cups or so the following day. I assume she’s self regulating. I’d like her to feel more full, and pumping her with more food at 467 kcal/cup plus 42% protein seems to be a bad idea. I’m aware the Canine Caviar is higher kcal, but the 93% digestibility efficiency, and ingredients are attractive. I’ll be in the same boat, likely. We get nearly 7 weeks to a 30lb bag of Victor as it stands now. Is her overall energy level determined by the kcal or protein?

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