Re: [PyrNet-L] feeding

[Jack & Charlotte Perry <pyreau@erols.com>]

Hi,
We have had problems with e-mail lately, so am not sure whether I've missed
something.  I was really concerned to hear that your puppy has lost 10 pounds in
2 months.  What does your Vet think might be causing this weight losss?   I
would certainly want a complete health check to find the cause..  Are there any
indications of intestinal problems?  I would be concerned about long-term use of
prednisone without finding what is causing the weight loss.   Pyrs do go through
phases when they aren't growing much, the weather is hot, etc and they seem to
stop eating, but usually this does not mean that much weight
loss....particularly not in a puppy.  Almost all of our puppies seem to decide
that they don't like puppy food anymore around 3-6 months.  They start eating
more when we change to adult food.

We do have a list member who has published a cookbook for feeding the family and
dogs the same food and claims the dogs are much healthier..
Charlotte in Virginia


Pacerized@aol.com wrote:

> Thanks, everyone for the advice, some of it I had tried including canned
> food, eggs, bacon drippings, and yogurt to no avail. Finally upon taking her
> to the vet and showing another weight loss "- 10 lbs. from her 8 month to 10
> month weigh in" he put her on Prednisone. Within a few days she has started
> eating almost to normal again, I'm very impressed with it's results.  I am
> curious as to what the BARF diet is. I had two people mention it, but not
> really explain what it is.     Thanks again: CHarlie
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