Dog and Puppy Nutrition info.
Nutrition is the foundation of which good health is built upon. A biologically appropriate diet along with proper supplementation will support the body’s own growth and healing potential. So, I have shared some core suggestions below to set your puppy up for health success with the best nutritional start possible.
Elk Velvet Antler – This is a superior joint aid comprised of naturally occurring nutrients that are tonifying to the kidneys, and help to reduce pain and inflammation. This supplement more importantly supports the growth and maintenance of bones, tissues, joints and synovial fluids. This is best to start young to protect against arthritis and any growth hurtles!
Pro Tip: Collagen will help support connective tissue growth alongside EVA.
Daily Multi Plus – This is exactly what it states, a Daily Multi vitamin including a variety of vitamin packed plants and whole foods. The Plus stands for the addition of a Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics blend and New Zealand glandular. This is the perfect supplement to round out any diet that may be lacking, and provide foundational nutrition.
Diarrhea Relief is a fibrous powder mixture inclusive of organic herbs and beneficial probiotics to soothe and relieve symptoms.
Diarrhea Relief – A whole food supplement to provide bulk to stool and reduce inflammation of the colon. This can be used with any hiccups that may occur when transitioning food, to nervousness, or anything in between!
A whole food diet is essential in satisfying the biological needs of our dogs. What may appear expensive now, pales in comparison to a lifetime of vet bills. Roughly all commercial pet food company kibbles contain Glyphosate (Round Up) next to other harmful ingredients. If raw is not doable at this time, or fear hides within the back of your mind, consider these few higher quality kibble brands below:
Kassandra Hamilton – Wellness Counselor at The Pet Health and Nutrition Center
RECEIVE 10% OFF FIRST PURCHASE ORDER
For purchase or further information about the above listed items and regarding your FREE Diet and Nutrition consultation, Please contact Kassandra by email or phone.
Whole food diet alternatives:
Premix Brands:
- Dr. Harveys Raw Vibrance, Paradigm, and Canine Health.
-Honest Kitchen
Premade Brands: (fully prepared and balanced, just thaw and serve)
-small batch
- Primal
- OC Raw
-Bones n Co
-Bravo
Freeze Dried: (pulverize to powder then mix with warm water, let sit, and serve)
- Primal
-Small Batch
-Vital Essentials
-Stella and Chewys
-Bravo
Canned:
K9 Naturals
Open Farm
Orijen
Natures Logic
What Your Puppy Has Been Eating
- Mother’s Milk
- Goat’s Milk
- Raw Meat (formulated for dogs/puppies)
- Famina Puppy Food Kibble (Lamb, Pumpkin and Blueberry Formula)
- Puppies should be feed approximately 3 times a day
Benefits of Ingredients
Mother’s Milk: Mother nurses the puppies for approximately 4-6 weeks.
Goat’s Milk: Is anti-inflammatory and rich in essential fatty acids. Goat milk also contains probiotics to create a better GI environment by promoting a healthy microbiome.
Turmeric : The yellow pigment (Curcumin) found in Turmeric provides anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and immune modulating benefits.
Cinnamon: Promotes healthy blood pressure and provides anti-inflammatory properties while fighting fungal, bacterial, and viral elements.
Goats Milk:
These Recommended Brands include all the above mentioned ingredients:
Primal
Bones and Company
At Approximately 3 weeks of age:
Puppies Receive A Mixture of Goat’s Milk and Raw Meat.
Either Beef, Beef Green Tripe or Chicken (Beef and Chicken has crushed up bone)
Brand/Type:
Blue Ridge Beef
Other Recommended/Suggested Brands:
Rawganics
Primal
Stella and Chewy
Benefits of Ingredients:
Blue Ridge Beef (Natural Mix)-Beef with added Beef Tripe
Ground beef – muscle meat providing protein needed for cellular function.
Ground secreting organ - provides bioavailable essential nutrients needed for health
Tripe - greatly beneficial to the digestive tract and provides bioidentical support to the stomach.
Ground bone – provides non synthetic calcium source to the growing bones of a puppy.
Blue Ridge Chicken
Benefits of Ingredients:
Ground bone – provides a bioavailable calcium source to the bones of a growing puppy.
Ground chicken – muscle meat providing protein needed for cellular function.
Ground secreting organs to provide bioavailable essential nutrients
At approximately 5 weeks of age:
- Puppies are introduced to puppy kibble (Farmina Puppy Food)
- This food combination is repeated until the puppies go to their new home.
- Farmina Puppy Food (Lamb, Pumpkin and Blueberry Formula)
- They receive a mixture of Goat’s Milk and Raw Meat with Farmina kibble.
Additional Information and websites:
- Food, Treats and Goat’s Milk can be found at:
- (WAGS ) Wholesome Animal Grocery Store Avon, CT.
- Pedals and Paws Canton, CT.
- Green Tails Farmington, CT.
- Pets Supplies Plus Bristol, CT.
- NorthPoint Pets. Chesire, CT.
Click on each logo below to visit site
