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Post by Sarah on Jun 17, 2011 20:03:52 GMT
The way I see it is it's no different to us taking vitamins. My dogs are in optimum condition their coats are in brilliant condition so i don't think a little oil here and there hurts  And you have to remember some dogs have joint problems fish oil and glucosamine is a must for those pups |
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Post by Lowenchi on Jun 17, 2011 20:20:36 GMT
My guys get
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Kelp
Salmon oil/yumega
Olive oil
Raspberry leaf
All used when needed.
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Post by jess on Jun 17, 2011 20:30:28 GMT
The way I see it is it's no different to us taking vitamins. My dogs are in optimum condition their coats are in brilliant condition so i don't think a little oil here and there hurts And you have to remember some dogs have joint problems fish oil and glucosamine is a must for those pups My 11 year old lab gets glucosamine, but thats on medical advice not a normal part of her diet. Im not criticising anyone, each to their own  But, quality foods these days provide all the vitamins and nutrients dogs need so unless they are lacking somewhere I dont see the need to add a huge list of supplements to their food |
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Post by Sarah on Jun 17, 2011 20:36:01 GMT
A lot of foods now days actually contain more bad stuff that good and they have to add all the extra vitamins because they cook them out.
I know my dogs get everything they need from their diet however apparently omega 3,6 and essential fatty acids are depleted from supermarket meats so a lot of Raw feeders (me included) will add just to be safe! Same as the food manufacturers do so technically not adding anything more to the diet
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Post by jess on Jun 17, 2011 20:41:23 GMT
A lot of foods now days actually contain more bad stuff that good and they have to add all the extra vitamins because they cook them out. Thats why I made a point of saying "quality" foods |
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Post by Lowenchi on Jun 17, 2011 20:54:33 GMT
What do you feed your dogs jess? I thought you feed raw too?
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Post by jess on Jun 17, 2011 20:59:35 GMT
What do you feed your dogs jess? I thought you feed raw too? I feed a mostly raw and cooked meat diet, but they also get several meals a week of RC complete food to make sure they're getting everything they need ;D |
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Post by Lucy on Jun 17, 2011 21:15:41 GMT
Every kind of kibble will have vitamins and minerals added to them as they will be cooked out whilst the food is being made.
Its the same when you cook meat. Even in a raw diet meat is not enough, we give organs as that is where they get the majority of their vit and minerals. Giving a few extras here and there just help along the process!
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But, quality foods these days provide all the vitamins and nutrients dogs need so unless they are lacking somewhere I dont see the need to add a huge list of supplements to their food 
