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***WHAT  TO  FEED  YOUR  NEW  PUPPY & HOW MUCH***

11/24/2017

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***WARNING! Mid America Pet Food has voluntarily recalled all the pet food brands it manufactured with a best by date before 10/31/2024, which include Victor, Eagle Mountain, Wayne Feeds and two varieties of Member's Mark pet foods. These products include both dog and cat foods and were sold nationwide in retail stores and online.
CDC reports that, as of November 1, 2023, seven people infected with the strain of Salmonella have been reported from seven states (see map). Six of seven cases reported were in children one year of age or younger. Five of these cases reported exposure to dogs and three reported feeding Victor pet food to their pets.***
By three weeks of age we start introducing the puppies to moistened puppy kibble, along with still getting their mothers milk, and slowly tapering them off of her until they are completely weaned by seven weeks of age. ​Upon reaching seven weeks they are eating dry puppy kibble specifically formulated for Large Breed Puppies, three times daily until they are full during each feeding. By eight weeks of age your puppy will start out eating approximately 1.5 to 2 cups with each of their three feedings. We feed a premium puppy kibble so there is no need for adding supplements to their diet. You always want to insure that your new Alapaha puppy has gotten their fill, and not sniffing around, licking at the bowl, searching for more! They will not overeat. This breed is not prone to bloating.
Underfeeding your puppy could lead to behavioral problems. 

*By regulating their feedings, this also helps to make their bowel/bladder movements much more predictable, and aids with housebreaking.*

​Make positive the puppy kibble has the Nutritional Adequacy Statement pictured below, set by the AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials for Large Breed Puppies. Read more on this topic- Rapid Growth Rate-Myths VS Facts


From our research we have decided to switch to these particular formulas/brands listed below for our dogs/puppies. All made in the USA. Diamond Naturals, and their Large Breed Puppy, Country Vet Naturals, and Beaverdam Pet Food brands. They are Non-GMO, free of by-products with zero artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, potatoes in any form, peas, lentils, legumes and gluten-free grains- No corn, wheat, soy. 

We will switch up on occasion for variety with our adults, and only with AAFCO approved, comparable  brands.

*The FDA warns against the possible link to DCM (Dilated Cardiomyopathy) in dogs fed a grain-free diet with Ingredients Containing - Potatoes in various forms, Lentils,  Peas, and other legume seeds.*  Read Article: FDA Investigation into Potential Link between Certain Diets and Canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy

*Our dogs are very active! We are fortunate enough to allow them hours of free play outdoors, where they play tug, run around chasing each other, and exploring the property, etc. Because of their high activity level we like to give our adult dogs free choice of dry kibble only, no wet food, as they are maintaining a consistent, healthy weight, and we will adjust this accordingly depending on age, and activity level down the road. ​Otherwise, we would suggest around One year of age with average to moderate activity feeding adult large breed dry dog food two times daily.

*Canned food can cause tooth decay over time*

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Note: For training we will use their dog food, Cloud Star Tricky Trainers Crunchy Liver Flavor Treats, Freeze dried natural treats, and occasionally small pieces of raw or steamed cauliflower. No table scraps. ​Ice cubes are a favorite treat too they all come running when they hear that ice maker! See our blog on "Dangerous Treats".
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Pictured Below On the Bag We Feed Our Puppies
 Nutritional Adequacy Statement
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CountryVet Naturals 28/18 Healthy Puppy Dog Food. All Life Stages Including Growth of Dogs 70# Or Larger As An Adult.
Available Online: Chewy.
For Puppies and Adults- 
Made In USA- Non-GMO, No corn, wheat, soy, and no potatoes, peas, lentils, legumes, fillers or artificial flavors, preservatives, dyes or by-products. 35# Bag
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​Diamond Naturals Large Breed Puppy Formula Dry Dog Food
​Available Online: Chewy, Petco & Tractor Supply.​
For Puppies Only- Made In USA- Recipe made from pasture raised lamb with probiotics, Gluten-Free Grains, Non-GMO, No corn, wheat, soy, filler, artificial flavors, colors, by-products, preservatives, and no 
peas, lentils, legumes or potatoes. Puppies Only.
40# Bag 
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Diamond Naturals Beef Meal & Rice Formula
​Available Online: Chewy, Petco & Tractor Supply.

Suggest Only Adults- Made In USA- Has Probiotics, and Free of corn, wheat, soy. Non-GMO, Gluten-Free Grains, No potatoes in any form, peas, lentils or legumes, artificial colors, flavors or by-products.  40# Bag
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Diamond Naturals Large Breed Adult Chicken & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food.
​Available Online: Chewy, Petco & Tractor Supply.
Suggest Only Adults - Made In USA- Has Probiotics, and Free of corn, wheat, soy. Non-GMO, Gluten-Free Grains, No potatoes in any form, peas, lentils or legumes, artificial colors, flavors or by-products.
For Adult Dogs. 
 40# Bag
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Diamond Naturals Chicken & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food. All Life Stages
​Available Online: Chewy, Petco & Tractor Supply.
Suggest Only Adults- Made In USA- Has Probiotics, and Free of corn, wheat, soy. Non-GMO, Gluten-Free Grains, No potatoes in any form, peas, lentils or legumes, artificial colors, flavors or by-products.  40# Bag

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​***See detailed Puppy Stages Progression Photos, Potty Training and Feeding***

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