Feeding- Silky's-Yorkshire Terrier
Feeding your Silky - Yorkshire Terrier
Feeding a Silky or Yorkshire Terrier
Getting a dog as a pet, ( Silky OR Yorkshire Terrier ) means caring for it in a responsible way a dogs life long!
Approx.: 14 to 16 years!
FEEDING:
A puppy's dietary needs different from the needs of an adult or mature dog.A puppy have twice the energy needs of a fully grown dog.
I recommend 3 meals day to the age of 3 months, 2 meals a day to 8-9 months then 1 meal a day for the adult dog, but this a guide for our Silky's & Yorkie's only. If you give your pup milk, goats milk is the best.
Please do not water any milk down. [Some dogs can not tolerant cow’s milk].
Always make sure your dog has clean fresh water and shade in the daytime, especially in the hot summer months.
"BIG NO NO'S";
“Feeding” NEVER, NEVER feed your pup Chicken - BONES, FISH BONES ,or CHOP BONES as these can cause serious internal damage. NO Potatoes, Onions, Chocolate, spicy things, salts, the white of an egg. Cat foot, and for some Silky's, Noodles should only be fed OCCASIONALLY to very ACTIVE dogs.
BONES;
Dental Hygiene Check your dog's teeth regularly for signs of tartar build up and gum disease. Regularly give your dog a raw bone or hard -baked biscuit to scrape his teeth clean and thereby minimise bad breath. I have found oxtail bones or knuckle bones are quite safe but don't leave the bones laying about for days.
FEEDING;
Do not feed your pup meat alone as this does not have all the vitamins and minerals your pup needs.
There are many good, well balanced dog food products available from your supermarkets, and many of the dog food companies have put a lot of time and money into researching the best possible nutritional foods for your dog.
Most dog foods display quantity instructions on the labelling. I do not recommend CAT food for dogs [although they seem to like it]
As I believe it was made for CATS not for dogs and requirements are different from our dogs. Dry biscuits are an excellent source of completely balanced food and are also very economical in these recessional times.
I like to give my dogs a variety of food such as a good quality canned food, Puppy food for pup's up to the age of 12 month. Dry biscuits, fresh meat and vegetables cooked, and the dog sausage type of food. I wouldn't like to eat the same meal day in and day out so I don't expect my dogs to either. A few piece of non smelly cheese or a small amount of cooked Liver are a good treat. But once again, this is only a guide.
Helpful hints for home cooked dog food Unfortunately, some dogs Young or old, hold their owners to ransom and refuse to eat'- perhaps holding out for chicken or fillet steak.
This is nonsense as the dog must eat what you think is best for him. Therefore, ignore these tactics and remove the food if uneaten, in half an hour.* He has, had ample time to take, advantage
"of eating”. If the food can be saved; place glad-wrap over same and place it the refrigerator for the next day. Perhaps it can be heated up and made palatable again -you can judge if this is possible.
If not, it's far better to put it in the garbage tin than to leave it sit there uneaten to attract the flies. Besides it gives the `fussy eater 'a psycho-, logical advantage which makes it difficult to break this habit.
Some dogs can go for three days without eating. Don't worry; he won't die of starvation when he is being offered good food each day. If firmness is exhibited, he will' be eating very nicely whatever you choose to feed, him.
At times like this a vitamin supplement is extremely valuable.
Increase his maintenance dosage a little and in no time you will have him begging for his food:
Change in diet pattern!
Remember, a dog's digestive system takes several days to adjust to any changes in diet - so if you wish to feed your dog a completely different diet to what he is used to, take it slowly or his bowels will protest with subsequent trouble for you? However, as the time passes, introduce gradually the food you have decided to feed your dog.
For more information.! Remember, what you feed to your silky terrier or Yorkshire Terrier, will show in his or her general appearance and condition. Puppies in particular should receive adequate nutrition due to the particular demands placed upon their constitution during the growth period.
FEEDING: Remember, what you feed to your silky terrier or Yorkshire Terrier, will show in his or her general appearance and condition. Puppies in particular should receive adequate nutrition due to the particular demands placed upon their constitution during the growth period.
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I do "not" recommend any kind of cat foods for dogs that is dry or meats.
Cat foods normally have a higher salt and potassium content then dog foods and this is not good for your dog
(even though they love to eat it). "Cat food" is meant for cats alone and not for Dogs. NO NO
(even though they love to eat it). "Cat food" is meant for cats alone and not for Dogs. NO NO
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Foods dogs should not eat - like Cat food is not recommended for dogs!
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1.- Alcohol -a Beer, liquor, wine, and foods containing alcohol!
2.- Coffee, Tea, and Other Caffeine - Caffeine in large enough quantities can be fatal for a dog.
3.- Milk and Other Dairy Products - Every once in a while a small bit of natural non smelly cheese is OK
4.- Macadamia Nuts - Dogs should not eat macadamia nuts or foods containing macadamia nuts because they can be fatal.
5.- Candy and Gum - Candy, gum, toothpaste, baked goods, and some diet foods are sweetened with xylitol.
6.- Sugary Foods and Drinks.
7.- Chocolate - Most people know that chocolate is bad for dogs. The toxic agent in chocolate is the bromine.
8.- Fat Trimmings and Bones - Table scraps often contain meat fat that a human didn't eat. The only bones we recommend are brisket or knuckle bones.
9.- Raw Eggs - There can be problems with giving your dog raw eggs.( possibility of food poisoning Salmonella or
E. coli, No egg white) Give them the egg yolk, maybe once in a while is OK.
10.- Salt - Sharing salty foods It's not a good idea, leads to sodium ion poisoning.
11.- Yeast Dough – (Before it's baked), cause severe pain and can lead to alcohol poisoning.
12. - Your Medicine - Reaction to a drug commonly prescribed for humans is the most common cause of poisoning in dogs. Ingredients such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen are common in pain relievers and cold medicine.
13. - Fruits dogs should no eat at any time Persimmons, Peaches, and Plums - The problem with these fruits is the seeds or pits. Peach and plum pits contain cyanide, which is poisonous to both humans and dogs.
14. - Grapes and raisins have often been used as treats for dogs. No good it all, can cause kidney failure in dogs.
15. – Avocado - No matter how healthy Avocados are, you shouldn't feed them to your dog. The toxic ingredient in
avocado is called Pepsin.
16. - Veggies dogs should not eat at any time- Broccoli, Cauliflower or any other cabbage related vegetable
Gastrointestinal irritant, potatoes are also very bad for your dog.
17. – Mushrooms- liver and kidney damage.
18. – Nutmeg - Tremors, seizures and death.
19. – Tomatoes - Tomatoes can cause tremors and heart arrhythmia's.
20. - Onions and Garlic - Onions and garlic in all forms -- powdered, raw, cooked, or dehydrated -- can destroy a dog's red blood cells, leading to anaemia.
21. - Rhubarb leaves - Contain oxalate s, which can affect the digestive, nervous, and urinary systems.
22. - Other foods dogs should not eat, Cat food is not recommended for dogs because it contains more salts, fats and potassium then dog food
23. - HAM,SAUSAGES AND SO ON-Tobacco - Avoid feeding too much liver to your dog.
SAFE to eat!, Fruits in small potions and not every day, Melons: Watermelon (remove seeds or give seedless watermelon), cantaloupe and honeydew are all healthy options for your pooch. (all seed free)
Berries (fresh and frozen): Blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, huckleberries or raspberries other fruits Veggies :Bananas, Apples - (remove seeds), carrots, beetroot, zucchinis, in small potions especially while your puppy is teething.
FEEDING - FOR ALL AGES
As you can see, in our leaflet #1we like to feed our dogs a variety of foods ranging from meats tine'd or fresh, fish, some veggies, dry food and some lactose free dairy products.
Feeding for puppies up to the age of about 12 months, it is better to feed specific puppy foods most of the time. Feeding your puppy some veggies, lactose free puppy milk, chicken and fish is OK to but together with the other foods so that your puppy get all the vitamins and minerals it needs.
From about 3-7 months on depending on the weight of your puppy you should feed your puppy two to three meals a day.
With 8 - 9 months you can reduce it down to two meals a day again depending on the weight of your puppy
And with 12 and adult age feed your dog one meal a day unless you think your dog needs a bit more weight then give it an extra snake during the day.
It is very important to feed your dog dry food once or 2.times a week for many reasons.
Changes in the diet pattern can be a challenge so remember, a dog's digestive system takes several days to adjust to any changes if you wish to feed your dog a completely different diet or Water to what he is used to, take it slowly or his bowls will protest with subsequent troubles for you. Start by slowly introducing the food you wish him/her to have over time until your dog is used to it.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for sound health care advice. We are not liable for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any information, suggestions, presented .Always consult a qualified Vet health care professional in all meters pertaining to your dogs (pet’s) physical emotional and mental health.