[pyrnet] Metabolism, Anesthesia and Food

[WOOF1@att.net]

Hello all,

I've been reading with interest about the fact that Pyrs 
are not very tolerant of anesthesia.  This is very 
important to know, and I'm glad that it is being 
discussed!  Why is it that Pyrs don't handle anesthesia 
well?

With regard for the slow metabolism, what quantity of 
food do you feed an adult male pyr who is 27" tall and 
should weigh about 100 pounds?  I know it will vary a 
bit from food to food, so we'll all vary somewhat, but 
say a good quality premium kibble.  I feed my dogs twice 
daily.  The goldens get two cups of food twice a day.  
The cockers get a tad less than one cup twice a day.  
What amount do you feed your Pyrs?

Lori

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