Currently my Lucy is on PPP large breed puppy chicken. Once she turns two I want to switch to an adult dog food by PPP. Which PPP should I put her on? Complete essentials adult is the only thing that seems to make sense ..read more

Today Josee Rose turned 3 months, and I’ve had her for a month and a day. Today she’s also 13 weeks (so many things to remember!) She has grown and changed so much, it’s unbelievable. She is SO SMART. Scary smart. An absolute firecracker. Loves her siblings and would prefer to live outside lol. I adore her. ... Josee Rose is 3 months old ..read more

Diesel is still so young and in the mouthing phase. We've really been putting an effort into getting him appropriate toys and ensuring he's directed to them (that is, they are shoved in his mouth) when he's getting bitey. So, I thought a puppy kong would be the answer to all our problems, and maybe keep him busy so we can have some quiet time! Well as it turns out, he doesn't like peanut butter. He will not eat it. He gives a tiny lick and then walks away! I have NEVER met a dog who didn't... I think my pup's the only golden who doesn't like peanut butter ..read more

Background: Gus was born on 11/20/11. He is an 85 pound, intact male, with less body fat than I had when I did Ironman triathlons. He has what seem to be seasonal skin allergies. They're fair to bad at this time of year (summer) and almost non-existent during the rest of the year. We give him anti-histamines and try to bath him with an anti-bacterial shampoo to manage skin outbreaks (Virbac Etiderm). Those outbreaks are the only... Our experience with Jaw Drop (Trigeminal Neuritis ..read more

My golden is 2 and 1/2 years old and should be starting her 5th heat cycle in the coming weeks. From the first day of her first heat to the first day of her second heat was 189 days. (I realize I could be off +/- a day) From first day of that cycle until her next was 190 days. From the first day of that cycle until the next was 198 days. *we had to travel with her across country for a dying family member, so there was a lot of stress that I attributed to her "late" start If she is... Heat cycle like clockwork...or not so much ..read more

This economy is getting a little tough for this blue-collar girl! (not suffering...just cutting expenses a bit) Curious about some things since it's that time of the year. For reference, I'm in Ohio. Not generally a heartworm hot spot, but it does happen. Right now, they have been getting Proheart 12. I know the opinions on it. Without going into details, it was honestly the best decision at the time and I'm in a much better place now. So please don't shame me on that. It was better than... Ivermectin ..read more

Hi, Our little Sully is 13 weeks today and has been on PPP puppy large breed chicken and rice. We are looking ahead to see if it might be of interest to switch food brands when switching to adult food. The 3 options we are looking at is: -Staying on PPP Adult chicken and rice Or switching to: -Royal Canine Golden retriever -Orijen Amazing Grains Tons of information on differing opinions on kibble on here lol. My parents have their westies on Orijen and they do very well. Two totally... Kibble thoughts ..read more

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I have two young children (a 5.5 year old and a 2.5 year old) and am currently pregnant with our third and final baby. We’ve had a Bernese mountain dog in the past, but heartbreaking she died last summer. Maggie was a wonderful dog but also a very anxious and sensitive dog, which did make life challenging in some ways. In the future we would love to add a dog and have our children grow up with one. However, I can’t imagine having a large puppy and small children! I’m thinking the youngest... What age children are appropriate ..read more

I'm happy to be here and meet other dog lovers. I have a white Samoyed who is very sweet and friendly. I've always loved dogs, and having my Samoyed makes it even more special. I'm looking forward to sharing stories and tips about our dogs. Excited to be part of this community! Thanks ..read more