That should get you to the point where you can just ask us on here to fill in the blanks!

Ok, just been looking thru some other threads, can I really just give her chicken wings, a cows leg (lol) etc, etc, will she not choke on the bones? Do you have to contain the dog where you usually feed them? I mean do you find bits of chicken skin and bones behind the sofa?........Am I sounding a bit dim? Just have visions of a nice summers evening, entertaining friends and Izzy comes strolling by with a pigs tail in her chops!

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BTW can i add, i never use kibble for training, it fills the dog up too quick and they won't be as willing to work for something they get anyway. Treats should be upped as the criteria is upped

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Yeah you can feed raw bones quite safely without them choking, never give cooked bones though! More info here!

I feed my lot outside so I don't have raw meat all over the house!

What supplements do you give your dogs? I'm presuming they need extra vitamins and minerals. What would be useful is a website giving a diet or menu sheet showing what proportion of meat, veg, rice etc your dog should have each day according to it's weight and breed! Now wouldn't that make life easier!

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It would but it's not possible really as every dog is an individual!

A good rough guide to start with is to feed 2-3% of the dogs ideal body weight. For a pup this will be based on it's ideal adult weight. At least to start with you should keep a close eye on the dogs weight and make sure they aren't losing or gaining too much weight.

A lamb chop or chicken wing is a good example of a good balance of muscle meat and bone.

Organ meat should be fed in much smaller portions.

I don't feed rice at all. Veg 2-3 times a week in variable portions.

Once you are feeding a raw diet you will be able to see from their stools what adjustments need to be made!

I don't give any supplements. If you feed a good raw diet you shouldn't need to use supplements!

Right, I feel that I have badgered you quite enough now so I will give it a go. Off down the butchers tomorrow, think I will get her a nice lamb chop! Thanks for your help.........don't think this is the last you'll hear from me, I'll be back to pick your brains again!

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Don't worry about it, PM if you want so we don't bore everyone else!

Yeah, don't blame me, I didn't start it!

Ooops! Sorry

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