Question by Bells – Beach Bums: And the owner of the day award goes to:::?
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We had some people over yesterday and the subject of dogs came up for a couple of minutes. Food came up and of the females proceeded to let everyone know that her dog is HIGHLY allergic to the food that he’s eating. (I”ve seen him, choc lab mix….his belly looks RAW from all the hives and splotches that he itches constantly and licks at).
Anyhow…she feeds Beneful (cause she cant affort Eukanuba…that’s her words…lol). She says its cheaper for her to get a $ 10 bag of Beneful and a 3 dollar pill for the allergies…than a $ 50 bag of Eukanuba.
She then proceeds to say that she has to clean his anal glands WEEKLY…and he constantly get yeast infections in his ears.

I’m saying that this is more or less directly related to the crap (excuse me) food that she’s feeding him.

I dont care what food your dog eats…but if your dog has such severe problems with the food that you are currently on….would you switch to a “better” brand? Do you think the anal gland problems and the ear infection problems are due to the dog’s diet?

PS…he’s only 2 years old…so not an older dog.
ADD: I chuckled at the Eukanuba comparison too…more expensive crap in my eyes. She’s not very bright in more ways than her dog…and the term “you cant argue with STUPID” comes to mind. I kept my mouth shut…My roommate snickered and mentioned that “Murphy is on Wellness…he doesnt seem to have any problems at all”

PS. < > With 15 or so adults and about 10 kids running on our property yesterday..Murphy was an angel. I’ve received sooo many compliments…and I was a little anxious to see how he would react to so many strangers! YAY
@Launi…the dog was diagnosed with food allergies….(or so she said herself). I dont know whether or not the anal glands and the infections are due to the food. But she did say that since she switched him to Beneful he’s been a lot worse

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Answer by Bare Nekkid TRUTH!
Yes I would switch.

I fail to see how its “cheaper” when you constantly have to medicate the poor dog for allergies, ear infections, and to have the anal glands drained. Also consider- read the feeding guidelines for the foods.. you will probably find that you have to feed MORE of the cheap stuff than you do of the more expensive brand.. ussually 2-3 times more. Is that food really “cheaper” when you have to feed more of it?

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Question by noneofyourbusiness: owner who feeds dog dry food with corn in it = bad dog owner?
I am talking about foods that don’t have corn as a main source of protein, and therefore, have a meat protein as a first ingredient (example: chicken meal, rice, ground corn etc…).
I totally understand the fact that corn may cause allergies/ear infections to some dogs, but again, there are MANY dogs who live a full healthy perfect life while being fed corn-included food brands!
I really think it’s unfair to make those people who love their dogs but really can’t afford all the high end expensive corn free dry food brands, feel really guilty and call them bad dog owners.
I’ve seen it happen on dog forums! they make those people feel sooo awful !
Next thing you know, they start calling them dog abusers….
I repeat: I am NOT talking about foods that have corn as a FIRST ingredient.
Mom&sweetie, i can’t agree with you more regarding the example you just gave and the people you talked about ( feed high end food and leave their dogs locked all day)
Hypocrisy all the way.

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Answer by Kip’s Mom *shoveling dog*
If a dog does well on whatever it is being fed, then there is no problem, no matter what the food is made of.

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Collar
Spare Collar
Lead
Spare Lead
Identity Tag
Harness
Food Bowl
Water Bowl
Food
Treats
Bed
Blanket
Insurance
Seat belt
Dog Crate
Chew Toys
Tooth Brush
Tooth Paste
No-Chew spray
Whistle
Shampoo
Towels
Ear Cleaner
Flea Repellent
Allergy Medication
Box File For Important Papers
Puppy Gate
Grooming Brush
Massage Mitt
Dog Book
Big Bag
And when you got your dog what things did you wish you had?