My Huskies get fresh not powdered Goats milk, sardines/tuna, beef liver, eggs and bone broth. I also buy Purina Pro Plan Lamb & Rice. Just for the little bites they like to have thru out the day.
The Goats milk eliminated his lipomas within a week. Hope this helps.
I make my own dog food. Ingredients include chicken thighs, ground turkey, brown rice, sweet potatoes, green beans, carrots, zucchini, and boiled eggs. I steam the vegetables and cook the meat. Make a huge serving that last about a month. I put it individual containers and freeze it. My vet approved of these ingredients and my dogs love it!!!
I did the same for my 4 dogs. I'd make a month in advance and then stack them in the freezer alternating proteins, because God forbid my pack ate the same protein two days in a row!! Anyway, our last one died at age 19 1/2.
I make the same dog food recipe many have posted but my dog recently started chewing skin . Itchy all the time. I’m hoping someone here has ideas about itchy skin . V
YW. And yes, the spot could be due to chicken allergy. Mine's had his for awhile, not sure from what, so I'm hoping I can treat it at home as I have a rental car and I'm not supposed to put pets in it, although I'll do what I have to, if necessary.
Luckily, I still have a clown collar from my last dog and this one hates it. I took the collar and bandage off to give him a break and get some air on the wound. I think he's starting to leave the spot alone because he knows I'll put it right back on and it's not real comfortable for him.
Sorry for the wall of text, but here's an AI overview:
AI Overview
Hot spots on dogs, also known as acute moist dermatitis, are red, inflamed, and oozing skin lesions that can be treated at home with proper cleaning, protection from licking, and potentially some topical remedies.
Trimming the hair around the hot spot, cleaning with a mild antiseptic solution, and applying a soothing ointment can help.
It's crucial to prevent your dog from licking or biting the area, possibly with an Elizabethan collar.
If the hot spot doesn't improve or shows signs of infection, veterinary care is needed.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Stop the Licking and Scratching:
An Elizabethan collar (cone) is essential to prevent your dog from further irritating the hot spot by licking or scratching.
Consider a recovery suit if your dog is skilled at getting around the cone.
Clean the Hot Spot:
Gently trim the hair around the hot spot to improve airflow and prevent matting.
Clean the area with a mild, pet-safe cleanser, such as chlorhexidine.
Avoid harsh human skin products, as they can be toxic to dogs.
Apply Topical Treatments:
Over-the-counter options:
1% hydrocortisone cream can help reduce inflammation and itching.
Topical Neosporin is also generally safe for dogs.
Natural remedies:
Aloe vera (if your dog can't lick it off) and coconut oil can soothe the skin.
Consult your vet:
Your veterinarian may recommend stronger topical or oral medications for infection or inflammation.
Monitor for Infection:
If the hot spot shows signs of worsening infection (increased redness, swelling, pus), seek veterinary attention.
Your vet may prescribe antibiotics or other medications to treat the infection.
Identify and Address the Underlying Cause:
Hot spots are often a result of allergies, fleas, or other skin irritations.
Talk to your vet about potential allergy testing or flea and tick prevention if your dog experiences recurrent hot spots.
Prevent Future Hot Spots:
Keep your dog's coat clean and well-groomed.
Ensure proper flea and tick prevention.
Address any underlying allergies or skin conditions.
Hope all goes well and best of luck to us and our dogs!
Good info. I am leery to take them to the vet as vets usually use big pharma solutions. For instance, steroid creams can help initially but they usually have a rebound effect that ends up making it worse. I ordered some natural supplements for dogs that I believe will be more effective than what the vet provides.
Thank you for the heads up on the steroid cream, I was thinking of trying it on my dog's hot spot, maybe I'll just go with the neosporin.
He's getting used to the clown collar when it's unbandaged and has been leaving it alone when it is and he doesn't have the collar on. Already looking better after just a couple of days!
Like you, I really want to avoid going to the vet's.
I believe you have to do it gradually to avoid intestinal upset. Here's a search result:
AI Overview
To safely transition your dog to a new food, gradually mix it with their old food over 7-10 days.
Start with a small amount of new food (e.g., 25%) mixed with mostly old food (e.g., 75%).
Increase the proportion of new food daily while decreasing the old food, until your dog is eating 100% new food.
Monitor for any digestive upset like diarrhea or vomiting, and adjust the transition if needed.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Day 1-2: 25% new food, 75% old food.
Day 3-4: 50% new food, 50% old food.
Day 5-6: 75% new food, 25% old food.
Day 7 onwards: 100% new food.
If your dog experiences digestive issues during the transition, slow down the process or consult your veterinarian.
You can also consider using a pet-specific probiotic to aid digestion during the transition.
Hope this helped!
Edit: I've also read that sensitivity or allergy to chicken can make dogs itch.
Just be careful of seasonings. Onion and garlic, for example, are toxic to dogs, as are grapes and other things, just look up what you want to feed them to make sure it's okay.
Vet Approved homemade dog food recipe (This makes about 22 cups)
*I used a 8qt instant pot for this recipe
Ingredients:
-5-6 pounds of ground turkey
-7.5 ounces of pumpkin puree
-2T sunflower oil
-2 sweet potatoes chopped
-1 1/2C brown rice or white rice
-7oz of frozen spinach
4 carrots chopped
-12oz green beans
-12oz peas
-1 pint of fresh blueberries
-2C water
1/3C of beef liver chopped
optional: 1/4t of turmeric powder & Black Pepper
This is the original recipe, but I make variations with the meat and potatoes.
Not sure about a specific recipe but if you feed them quality meat that is a great start. You can also give them fish oil with meals and that will dramatically improve their coat and skin. Hope someone comes along with a more specific diet. I'm curious about this subject too.
Never had pets but I always wondered how much calories does a dog need daily? I always though that perhaps a pound of chuck steak (rare) and 2 raw eggs a day for doggie would keep the vets away.
Most dogs, if raised on uncooked meat from pup - including mother's milk - can handle raw meat. Some dogs are just broken, I wouldn't try it with a dalmation or something like that.
Dogs raised from pup on rando dog foods and cooked human foods are as weak as we are for uncooked meat. You could technically move them over, but it's a long stressful journey for your dog and they risk some nasty illness days at the beginning if you aren't being crazy with your kitchen prep - like Gordon Ramsey standing behind you calling you a donkey level crazy.
I recommend against the transition to uncooked foods unless you are trying to live on bear meat in the Canadian Rockies for a decade or something.
We use human ingredients and make a biweekly run of fresh food. Crock pot beef or pork - better if you can get heart, liver, kidney, etc and mix it in - and then shred the meat. Setup a second crock pot run with chopped carrots, peas, and corn kernels, toss in some nutrients (collagen, powdered mushrooms, those sorts of things) and some rice and oats. Mix the two together and parcel into suitable containers.
Serve at meal time. If you make a huge load, it can be frozen, too.
Avoid excessive pea, rice, potatoes, or chicken as those tend to be irritants and allergen containing for dogs. This will vary dog to dog as will their sensitivity (some dogs - no problems. Some dogs see a potato across the street and their skin falls off)
As far as I know, yes. Potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams are all closely related. I know from my wife's work that sweet potatoes in particular can lead to yeast outbreaks on the dog's skin.
My dogs get rice, chicken or beef, and green beans. Occasionally add eggs. No flea/tick/heartworm meds - most or all contain drugs of the Isoxazoline class, which is a neurotoxin that paralyzes ticks and fleas. These drugs also cause seizures in 5-10 percent of dogs.
My Huskies get fresh not powdered Goats milk, sardines/tuna, beef liver, eggs and bone broth. I also buy Purina Pro Plan Lamb & Rice. Just for the little bites they like to have thru out the day.
The Goats milk eliminated his lipomas within a week. Hope this helps.
That's my diet you're speaking of :) If it's good for me, it's good for dogs
ThankQ Bib!
do you think goat's milk would eliminate lipoma in humans?
I have no idea. LOL I haven't drank a drop of it.
My favorite milk ever
That’s great info. Do your pups drink goats milk or do you mix it in with their food?
I give them a saucer bowl every night. By itself, after dinner but before their last potty run.
I make my own dog food. Ingredients include chicken thighs, ground turkey, brown rice, sweet potatoes, green beans, carrots, zucchini, and boiled eggs. I steam the vegetables and cook the meat. Make a huge serving that last about a month. I put it individual containers and freeze it. My vet approved of these ingredients and my dogs love it!!!
I did the same for my 4 dogs. I'd make a month in advance and then stack them in the freezer alternating proteins, because God forbid my pack ate the same protein two days in a row!! Anyway, our last one died at age 19 1/2.
I make the same dog food recipe many have posted but my dog recently started chewing skin . Itchy all the time. I’m hoping someone here has ideas about itchy skin . V
I've read that some dogs have/develop an allergy to chicken that makes them itch.
Might also be a 'hot spot'. I think my dog has one right now.
Yes it is a hot spot I believe whstever I can do to stop thst , he eats a lot of chicken so I may have to stick with beef . Thank you
YW. And yes, the spot could be due to chicken allergy. Mine's had his for awhile, not sure from what, so I'm hoping I can treat it at home as I have a rental car and I'm not supposed to put pets in it, although I'll do what I have to, if necessary.
Luckily, I still have a clown collar from my last dog and this one hates it. I took the collar and bandage off to give him a break and get some air on the wound. I think he's starting to leave the spot alone because he knows I'll put it right back on and it's not real comfortable for him.
Sorry for the wall of text, but here's an AI overview:
Hope all goes well and best of luck to us and our dogs!
This is all great info TY so much for all your time !
You're very welcome, I like being helpful! :)
Good info. I am leery to take them to the vet as vets usually use big pharma solutions. For instance, steroid creams can help initially but they usually have a rebound effect that ends up making it worse. I ordered some natural supplements for dogs that I believe will be more effective than what the vet provides.
Thank you for the heads up on the steroid cream, I was thinking of trying it on my dog's hot spot, maybe I'll just go with the neosporin.
He's getting used to the clown collar when it's unbandaged and has been leaving it alone when it is and he doesn't have the collar on. Already looking better after just a couple of days!
Like you, I really want to avoid going to the vet's.
Can I make the transition from store bought food to homemade food instantly or should I do it gradually?
I wish I could remember what I did all those years ago but I say just go for it!
I believe you have to do it gradually to avoid intestinal upset. Here's a search result:
Hope this helped!
Edit: I've also read that sensitivity or allergy to chicken can make dogs itch.
Edit 2: 'hot spots' can make skin itch, too.
Thank you!!!!!
YW!
Feed them what you eat.
Just be careful of seasonings. Onion and garlic, for example, are toxic to dogs, as are grapes and other things, just look up what you want to feed them to make sure it's okay.
Vet Approved homemade dog food recipe (This makes about 22 cups) *I used a 8qt instant pot for this recipe
Ingredients: -5-6 pounds of ground turkey -7.5 ounces of pumpkin puree -2T sunflower oil -2 sweet potatoes chopped -1 1/2C brown rice or white rice -7oz of frozen spinach
This is the original recipe, but I make variations with the meat and potatoes.
Not sure about a specific recipe but if you feed them quality meat that is a great start. You can also give them fish oil with meals and that will dramatically improve their coat and skin. Hope someone comes along with a more specific diet. I'm curious about this subject too.
Salmon oil works pretty good for the itchy skins
Raw meaty bones. That is what they need. Other bits as required but mostly meat, organs and bones.
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Never had pets but I always wondered how much calories does a dog need daily? I always though that perhaps a pound of chuck steak (rare) and 2 raw eggs a day for doggie would keep the vets away.
Don't feed rare/raw meat to dogs. Some dog breeds are okay, but most can get all the same nasties we do from undercooked meats.
medium rare then? I thought their intestines are stronger and more immune than ours
Edit- medium beef should be okay.
Most dogs, if raised on uncooked meat from pup - including mother's milk - can handle raw meat. Some dogs are just broken, I wouldn't try it with a dalmation or something like that.
Dogs raised from pup on rando dog foods and cooked human foods are as weak as we are for uncooked meat. You could technically move them over, but it's a long stressful journey for your dog and they risk some nasty illness days at the beginning if you aren't being crazy with your kitchen prep - like Gordon Ramsey standing behind you calling you a donkey level crazy.
I recommend against the transition to uncooked foods unless you are trying to live on bear meat in the Canadian Rockies for a decade or something.
We use human ingredients and make a biweekly run of fresh food. Crock pot beef or pork - better if you can get heart, liver, kidney, etc and mix it in - and then shred the meat. Setup a second crock pot run with chopped carrots, peas, and corn kernels, toss in some nutrients (collagen, powdered mushrooms, those sorts of things) and some rice and oats. Mix the two together and parcel into suitable containers.
Serve at meal time. If you make a huge load, it can be frozen, too.
Avoid excessive pea, rice, potatoes, or chicken as those tend to be irritants and allergen containing for dogs. This will vary dog to dog as will their sensitivity (some dogs - no problems. Some dogs see a potato across the street and their skin falls off)
When you mention potato allergy, does that include sweet potatoes?
As far as I know, yes. Potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams are all closely related. I know from my wife's work that sweet potatoes in particular can lead to yeast outbreaks on the dog's skin.
Ok, thanks!!!!
Thanks, frens!!
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I have learned so much helpful, healthful information from this site, which I am very, very grateful for
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My dogs get rice, chicken or beef, and green beans. Occasionally add eggs. No flea/tick/heartworm meds - most or all contain drugs of the Isoxazoline class, which is a neurotoxin that paralyzes ticks and fleas. These drugs also cause seizures in 5-10 percent of dogs.