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- before you buy a puppy
- preparing for your puppy
- the big day
- diet
- settling in/socialisation
- responsible dog ownership
- health/grooming/exercise/training
- happy owners
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We have provided this information as a guide only, if any problems arise, CONTACT us or your Veterinary Surgeon.
Increase or decrease food according to pups needs. NEVER overfeed: the pup should always have a waistline and just a nice covering over the ribs, not layers of fat. A pup kept in overweight condition can have problems with a weak back, loose ligamentation and could have trouble later in life with heart conditions, spinal complaints or hip dysplasia due to excessive weight gain.
We feed the formula - ARTEMIS & raw brisket bones which are given to the puppy from the age of 6 weeks; they clean the teeth and give the jaw muscles exercise. They also supply calcium and minerals to the puppy.
NEVER give COOKED BONES such as chop, chicken, fish, roast lamb, t-bone, etc, as these can get caught, tear or splinter the bowel. Brisket bones are what we recommend.
We do NOT feed RAW EGGS. Eggs contain an enzyme called avidin, which decreases the absorption of biotin (a B Vitamin). This can lead to skin and coat problems. Raw eggs may also contain Salmonella.
We do NOT give our dogs GARLIC in raw, cooked or powder form. Garlic & onions contain sulfoxides and disulfides, which can damage red blood cells and cause anaemia. Cats are more susceptible than dogs. Garlic is less toxic than onions.
Chocolate kills dogs! Chocolate affects a dog's heart and nervous system; a few ounces are enough to kill a small dog.
Click here to read an article on Foods to avoid feeding your Dog
We do not recommend canned food. Dogs fed on canned food often suffer from anal gland problems and gastric upset.
If ever giving over 3 cups of dry formula pour water over it and allow to soak and swell prior to feeding the dog or the fatal condition of BLOAT could occur. For more on the subject Download Bloat Article (PDF)
Importantly, WAIT TWO HOURS before or after exercising your dog to feed him or you may risk the FATAL CONDITION of Stomach Torsion - BLOAT, occurring! Download Bloat Article (PDF)I
If you suspect your dog is experiencing a BLOAT episode get your dog to a vet as soon as possible, time is of the essence in saving your dog.
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a final word If the pup/dog is properly fed & exercised, socialised & kept in good condition, you shouldn't have any problems with him. German Shepherds are generally easy to care for & have few problems or illnesses. If you do have any problems however, please do not hesitate to contact us. |
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Contact Details
NOREEN SYMES
Postal Address: PO BOX 75
ELPHINSTONE, Victoria 3448
Ph: 03 5473 3521
Email: alfynor@bigpond.com
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