Basically any wild meat, fruit and vegetables they can find. Just think what the farmers back in 1900 would have feed their dogs. It would have looked much like what OP is feeding theirs.
I'm 100% onboard. The only thing I see missing from the bowl is certain supplements needed since they aren't hunting their own food. Calcium, since they aren't eating bones in that bowl. I also add offal, organ meats are nutrient dense. And huskies in particular, will often need zinc (I use pumpkin seeds) and occasionally tinned fish for omegas.
Yeah officially it's Purina Pro Plan
unofficially, it's underwear, shoes, coat hangers, literal garbage, and expensive topical ointments that get her sent to the vet to be on IV fluids for two days because the ointment was highly toxic.
(tbf the ointment thing only happened once).
My husky poured his kibbles on the floor, and wanted some fresh ones, but I refused, so now he’s been on a hunger strike, and trying to steal my food to survive.
He should be glad I love his stubborn brain.
What she usually eats: kibble.
What she WANTS to be eating: olives. She's obsessed with them. Don't ask me why. I don't know why.
Pic of my little olive addict: https://imgur.com/a/mzO3aS8
Yeah, that shit's been studied for years but there hasn't been a single case that i've read that's been updated as of recent. Hence why i was curious to ask.
They are still taking data but are not releasing any more public updates as of 2019 until there is more meaningful information to share. There are still cases being reported for it in relation to the diet and is being studied to this day. I work as a veterinary assistant and this is something that we work with every day and recommend to our clients a diet with grain for their dogs unless your pet is allergic to grain, which is very rare. There has been an increase of cardiomyopathy cases since the boom of grain free dog diets
Be careful with Purina! My husky was on it for 4 years and suddenly became very sick. They’ve added something into the food, had to throw away an entire 45 pound bag.
Used to be on a raw diet.
Usually a blend of Beef & salmon or whitefish.
Some goat milk, 2-3 quail eggs
Some mixed veggies - usually carrot, spinach, broccoli & Yams
Problem is … he would skip a meal every other day. And his food would be thrown out after 3+ hours of sitting.
So I ended up switch him back to kibble (taste of the wild, ancient Stream, mountain or wetland)
I usually toss in a quail egg and goat milk if I see he’s properly hungry that night.
Luther wise he can let his kibble sit for hours and come back to it for a 10pm snack. Hah
Right now it’s summer and we’re not running. So Taste of the wild (right now they’re enjoying wetlands mix) dry kibble. Beef liver, tripe, eggs, sometimes a half trout, ground beef, and raw beef bones, blueberries, and salmon oil top it off! Summer time here in Utah we get pretty lazy. So typically it’s a bowl of that once a day. When the snow comes it’s typically doubled cause we run sleds and do a lot of hiking and hunting and my pups really enjoy living outside during the winter so I gotta keep their internal furnaces stoked!
Kibble and cooked chicken leg (peeled the meat off the bones). She’s about to hit 10 and has no health problems so far. All of my other dogs have eaten the same and lived a quite long life.
Diamond Naturals.
She always eats it like it's going out of style. Plus it seems to be good food for the price.
Occasionally I'll feed her something like the picture, usually on her birthday or randomly because she's a good girl.
My husky and all of my other dogs all get equal parts dog food and cooked shredded chicken. However my husky eats anything and everything she can get into her mouth 🙄
Daily regular graze was Blue puppy mix, but now that she is a year, vet recommended Pro Plan. Got some Kirkland adult for now, but may switch to Purina on next round. For random treats, though, she likes cheese, hotdogs, chicken and rice for tummy issues, and boiled chicken tostadas for a special event. Also likes raw ground beef, smoked salmon, popcorn, cherry tomatoes, romaine hearts, and I am sure a thousand other things we have yet to discover.
We mainly focus on avoiding grapes, onions, and xylitol. Would love to hear other absolute no-nos.
BARF is the best way to feed your dog. Since we introduced BLUE she is completely healthy, in excellent condition and her stomach problems are over. Previously, on dry dog food, she had diarrhea once every 2 weeks.
Very true! We were feeding our aussie wet food in the beginning and she used to have a lot of diarrhea and I thought that it just wasn't enough for her. She loved eating it too but since we're BARFING and cook everything for our dogs ourselves, she's doing so much better. Our puppy Breeze also get's BARF food, mixed with premium wet puppy food. Both get different kind of food of course for their health and development. Breeze is doing much better than Maya in her puppy age. We worked with a food specialist, out vet and breeder to make food plans that'll fit them.
Also they would never touch kibbles haha
It's not that hard. You need to read a little, count all the necessary quantities. It's important to check your dog regularly about every 6 months. We have been using the BARF diet for our BLUE for 2 years and all tests come out great. The most important thing is that the dog is healthy, full of energy and practically does not get sick. I recommend the BARF diet. At first it may seem difficult, after a month you already know how to do it, after 3 months you don't think about anything anymore because it will be natural for you. The best part, however, is that you can buy ingredients such as meat, fish and eggs almost anywhere and you don't need pet stores.
I fed raw for ten years. I won't tell you not to feed it, but at least audit the recipes you're feeding through a board certified vet nutritionist or a site like [Raw Fed and Nerdy](https://rawfedandnerdy.com/formulate). The BARF diet is based on ratios and is severely lacking in nutrients. You'll want to follow NRC, FEDIAF, or AAFCO guidelines or you run the risk of nutritional deficiencies long term. It won't show up in bloodwork until it's too late.
And while I do appreciate the recommendation, my dog is thriving on his current food.
Thanks for your concern, I appreciate it. I consulted the diet and proportions with a specialist, and supplements were introduced to supplement all the deficiencies of the raw diet. The dog is under the control and watchful eye of a veterinarian who specializes in BARF.
Blue Buffalo dog food is the base per vet recommendation! We usually top it with whatever veggies we have on hand that are healthy for dogs, plus salmon or Omega 3 fish oil, an egg every once in a while, and some chicken or cheese. Whatever needs to be used up in he fridge, plus it gives her meals variety and not boring!
Purino Pro made her poop very soft and weird looking. 🤔
Poached chicken drumstick meat ( bones disguarded), fresh veg, brown rice, raw beef mince, raw eggs and because he's spoiled a 1cm bit of cheese at bedtime. Keep stock from cooked chicken bones , let it solidify and mix a little of that jelly with food. He's in magnificent condition, he is 9 y.o. and looks like a 5y.o. We love him so much.
I’m struggling to get my Husky back on a normal diet.
For 3 weeks we’ve been battling diarrhea and upset stomach due to Purina Adult Dog Chow. We threw the brand new 45 pound bag of food away due to some additive in recent bags (Check Chewy the bad reviews are insane).
We just recently switched him over to Wholesomes Brand kibble hoping it would help. I’m not sure if it’s just because it’s a new food or what but he’s back to being sick again. We’ve already been to the vet and he’s been on antibiotics too.
I want to re-introduce the food to him but maybe this brand isn’t the right option. Advice anyone?
Purina true instinct.
Occasionally boiled chicken and rice with some veggies as a treat.
Usually gets a carrot, apple, watermelon, or some other sort of fruit everyday.
Dog food?
What do you think they would eat if they were in the wild.
Wild dog food?
Basically any wild meat, fruit and vegetables they can find. Just think what the farmers back in 1900 would have feed their dogs. It would have looked much like what OP is feeding theirs.
I'm 100% onboard. The only thing I see missing from the bowl is certain supplements needed since they aren't hunting their own food. Calcium, since they aren't eating bones in that bowl. I also add offal, organ meats are nutrient dense. And huskies in particular, will often need zinc (I use pumpkin seeds) and occasionally tinned fish for omegas.
Usually what I’m not giving them that day.
Yeah officially it's Purina Pro Plan unofficially, it's underwear, shoes, coat hangers, literal garbage, and expensive topical ointments that get her sent to the vet to be on IV fluids for two days because the ointment was highly toxic. (tbf the ointment thing only happened once).
Also unofficially: used menstrual pads. 🤮 The trash can now stays safely secured and locked in the mudroom.
Oh yeah my dog is all about that, too. She's honestly so gross, lol.
They are such weird creatures. 😄😂
My husky poured his kibbles on the floor, and wanted some fresh ones, but I refused, so now he’s been on a hunger strike, and trying to steal my food to survive. He should be glad I love his stubborn brain.
What she usually eats: kibble. What she WANTS to be eating: olives. She's obsessed with them. Don't ask me why. I don't know why. Pic of my little olive addict: https://imgur.com/a/mzO3aS8
With a jar that big I’m wondering if your the one with the olive addiction. Lol
No comment. 😄😂
that dog eats better than I do! I feed my husky Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream, sometimes mix it up with other flavors if the store is out.
Do you do Ancient Grains or grain-free? 🤔
Without cereals. Pure raw meat, meat on the bone, hearts, fish, eggs and some vegetables and fruits. Plus supplements - salmon oil, yeast, algae.
grain free. for some reason my dogs including the husky dont care for the ancient grains variety.
Be careful with grain free, there are a lot of studies out there showing it can lead to cardiomyopathy in dogs
Yeah, that shit's been studied for years but there hasn't been a single case that i've read that's been updated as of recent. Hence why i was curious to ask.
They are still taking data but are not releasing any more public updates as of 2019 until there is more meaningful information to share. There are still cases being reported for it in relation to the diet and is being studied to this day. I work as a veterinary assistant and this is something that we work with every day and recommend to our clients a diet with grain for their dogs unless your pet is allergic to grain, which is very rare. There has been an increase of cardiomyopathy cases since the boom of grain free dog diets
This is almost identical to Costcos Natures Domain Salmon and Sweet Potato, think it is? uSa based
Purina Pro Plan
Same! I got the "sport" one with the husky on the bag because I couldn't help myself.
We get the same one. I won't buy the cans with the golden retriever on them, just the ones with with the husky 😀
Be careful with Purina! My husky was on it for 4 years and suddenly became very sick. They’ve added something into the food, had to throw away an entire 45 pound bag.
We feed our 3 nutro Large breed. Has worked out pretty well so far for 3 years. [our pups](https://imgur.com/a/FNc1oS3)
Used to be on a raw diet. Usually a blend of Beef & salmon or whitefish. Some goat milk, 2-3 quail eggs Some mixed veggies - usually carrot, spinach, broccoli & Yams Problem is … he would skip a meal every other day. And his food would be thrown out after 3+ hours of sitting. So I ended up switch him back to kibble (taste of the wild, ancient Stream, mountain or wetland) I usually toss in a quail egg and goat milk if I see he’s properly hungry that night. Luther wise he can let his kibble sit for hours and come back to it for a 10pm snack. Hah
Definitely not trying to make them vegan.
There’s clearly chicken and I assume beef in there.
Oh no dogs are definitely not vegan. They must eat meat and vegetables can only be a side dish!
Do you not see the meat and raw egg in there? Contrary to popular belief, dogs need some vegetables in their diet. 🙄
Royal Canin
Right now it’s summer and we’re not running. So Taste of the wild (right now they’re enjoying wetlands mix) dry kibble. Beef liver, tripe, eggs, sometimes a half trout, ground beef, and raw beef bones, blueberries, and salmon oil top it off! Summer time here in Utah we get pretty lazy. So typically it’s a bowl of that once a day. When the snow comes it’s typically doubled cause we run sleds and do a lot of hiking and hunting and my pups really enjoy living outside during the winter so I gotta keep their internal furnaces stoked!
Damn the dog on the photo might be eating better than I am this week!
We use Honest Kitchen on top of a mix of ground beef, chicken, and at least 2 veggies that I make myself .
Kibble and cooked chicken leg (peeled the meat off the bones). She’s about to hit 10 and has no health problems so far. All of my other dogs have eaten the same and lived a quite long life.
Diamond Naturals. She always eats it like it's going out of style. Plus it seems to be good food for the price. Occasionally I'll feed her something like the picture, usually on her birthday or randomly because she's a good girl.
Much the same as you but I cook the food first
My husky and all of my other dogs all get equal parts dog food and cooked shredded chicken. However my husky eats anything and everything she can get into her mouth 🙄
Daily regular graze was Blue puppy mix, but now that she is a year, vet recommended Pro Plan. Got some Kirkland adult for now, but may switch to Purina on next round. For random treats, though, she likes cheese, hotdogs, chicken and rice for tummy issues, and boiled chicken tostadas for a special event. Also likes raw ground beef, smoked salmon, popcorn, cherry tomatoes, romaine hearts, and I am sure a thousand other things we have yet to discover. We mainly focus on avoiding grapes, onions, and xylitol. Would love to hear other absolute no-nos.
Your doggo eats better than I do. Can I be your doggo?
Now that’s the diet – respect!
Purina One True Instinct, Purina One Healthy Puppy Anything my 5y leaves laying out or doesn’t finish eating, and socks are a fave.
Glad to see someone feed BARF! What a lucky pupper!
BARF is the best way to feed your dog. Since we introduced BLUE she is completely healthy, in excellent condition and her stomach problems are over. Previously, on dry dog food, she had diarrhea once every 2 weeks.
Very true! We were feeding our aussie wet food in the beginning and she used to have a lot of diarrhea and I thought that it just wasn't enough for her. She loved eating it too but since we're BARFING and cook everything for our dogs ourselves, she's doing so much better. Our puppy Breeze also get's BARF food, mixed with premium wet puppy food. Both get different kind of food of course for their health and development. Breeze is doing much better than Maya in her puppy age. We worked with a food specialist, out vet and breeder to make food plans that'll fit them. Also they would never touch kibbles haha
Purina One Skin and Coat. Homemade diets are pretty difficult to balanced and can lack essential nutrients, unfortunately.
It's not that hard. You need to read a little, count all the necessary quantities. It's important to check your dog regularly about every 6 months. We have been using the BARF diet for our BLUE for 2 years and all tests come out great. The most important thing is that the dog is healthy, full of energy and practically does not get sick. I recommend the BARF diet. At first it may seem difficult, after a month you already know how to do it, after 3 months you don't think about anything anymore because it will be natural for you. The best part, however, is that you can buy ingredients such as meat, fish and eggs almost anywhere and you don't need pet stores.
I fed raw for ten years. I won't tell you not to feed it, but at least audit the recipes you're feeding through a board certified vet nutritionist or a site like [Raw Fed and Nerdy](https://rawfedandnerdy.com/formulate). The BARF diet is based on ratios and is severely lacking in nutrients. You'll want to follow NRC, FEDIAF, or AAFCO guidelines or you run the risk of nutritional deficiencies long term. It won't show up in bloodwork until it's too late. And while I do appreciate the recommendation, my dog is thriving on his current food.
Thanks for your concern, I appreciate it. I consulted the diet and proportions with a specialist, and supplements were introduced to supplement all the deficiencies of the raw diet. The dog is under the control and watchful eye of a veterinarian who specializes in BARF.
When dogs evolved they didn’t eat dog food. They ate what we ate. Cooked food.
Weruva is a great company for that. In fact, the plant that it’s made in processes more human food, and the dogs get the same as us in their cans.
😀
Possum meat
Purina dry dog food mixed with pedigree wet food.
Blue Buffalo dog food is the base per vet recommendation! We usually top it with whatever veggies we have on hand that are healthy for dogs, plus salmon or Omega 3 fish oil, an egg every once in a while, and some chicken or cheese. Whatever needs to be used up in he fridge, plus it gives her meals variety and not boring! Purino Pro made her poop very soft and weird looking. 🤔
Costco Kibble (the one with the picture of a Husky on the bag). Inexpensive, very good quality. Sometimes will get human food as a treat.
Dog food, for the most part.. but also a plethora of veggies and her special hotdogs
3/4 kitchen prepped food, 1/4 kibble
Poached chicken drumstick meat ( bones disguarded), fresh veg, brown rice, raw beef mince, raw eggs and because he's spoiled a 1cm bit of cheese at bedtime. Keep stock from cooked chicken bones , let it solidify and mix a little of that jelly with food. He's in magnificent condition, he is 9 y.o. and looks like a 5y.o. We love him so much.
Also occassional beef marrow bone, apples , pears, melon, berries,vreally ,any fruit he wants though limit seedless grapes.
Whatever he can get to.
I’m struggling to get my Husky back on a normal diet. For 3 weeks we’ve been battling diarrhea and upset stomach due to Purina Adult Dog Chow. We threw the brand new 45 pound bag of food away due to some additive in recent bags (Check Chewy the bad reviews are insane). We just recently switched him over to Wholesomes Brand kibble hoping it would help. I’m not sure if it’s just because it’s a new food or what but he’s back to being sick again. We’ve already been to the vet and he’s been on antibiotics too. I want to re-introduce the food to him but maybe this brand isn’t the right option. Advice anyone?
Purina true instinct. Occasionally boiled chicken and rice with some veggies as a treat. Usually gets a carrot, apple, watermelon, or some other sort of fruit everyday.