Comments on: What Does this Dog Need?

By: panache

panache — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 18:22:01 +0000

Get a good senior food which is lower fat than adult food,try wellness senior super 5 mix and lots of fruits and vegs for treats

By: jelly tots

jelly tots — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 13:35:45 +0000

I like two dog food companies, Wellness( which my dog eats, but she is on a high protein. They also make one for older dogs and overweight ones) and Merrick is another company that makes good food.

I am sure you are eager to get your dog moving and back into shape, but remember to take it slowly. A lot of dogs ( especially puppies) can over exert themselves. I’d start with 15 min walks about 3 times a day.
For treats you can give her carrots, apple, broccoli.

As for toys, it depends what she likes and if she is the type to shred them or not. A lot of dogs love stuffed animals. If however your dog chews them up quickly there is this toy called a Wubba, which is strong, but at the same time not all plastic.

And congratulations on your new family member.

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By: Linda_Doxiegal

Linda_Doxiegal — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:42:43 +0000

Congrats on the rescue beagle!!!

I’d go with your vet’s recommendation on WL food. Be sure to ease into your exercise routine. Even walking with a bunch of extra weight will put stress on her organs and joints. Slow and steady wins the weight loss race!!! Also, you may want to give her a Glucosamine-Chondroitin supplement.

Congrats again!!!

By: twolkitt

twolkitt — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 23:21:19 +0000

Congratulations! And thank you for saving a dogs life by adopting from a shelter. I would look at Royal Canin or IVD brand food (its the same company) for a weightloss food. You can also check with your vet, IVD has prescription dog foods that are top quality. Both of my dogs are on IVD have have been for 5+ years and I wouldnt trust to feed them anything else.

For toys…Before you get your new beagle I would see what kind of toys she seems to like most before you go crazy buying them. Middle aged dogs ususally prefer squeaky toys over chew toys. But I would check with the beagle first. If the shelter isnt sure what she prefers maybe have a few differnt type of toys at home for her when she arrives and see what she likes most then buy her favorites!!

Good Luck! Sounds like she will have a wonderful new home and companion!!

By: mando

mando — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:17:46 +0000

Everything your doing is fine. Get a kong toy with a pastle or peanut butter they love it. Keeps them occupied.