[DobManiac]

This thread is from May 2009.

[wolfsnaps]

Hmm, wonder if the OP got a new job?

[sagira]

Originally Posted by DobManiac

This thread is from May 2009.

I hope the OP found a job. I would suggest looking into Canidae as well, as this is a food that has solid ingredients and lower prices than virtually all the super premium brands.

[Ty_Tyler]

Originally Posted by ClamRetriever

My 4-year old golden retriever was diagnosed with mild hip dysplasia two years ago. I was told to place them on Hills J/D which is a very expensive food. In addition I've giving him Missing Link Plus, a fish oil capsule, and cooked chicken with his food.

So now I'm unemployed, really can't afford the Hill's J/D anymore, and have read many disturbing/negative things about Science Diet dog food.

I'm looking for recommendations on what I can/should be feeding my dog considering my unemployment and his health. I'll do anything I can for my dog but need to find a healthy diet/supplements that I can afford.

Thanks for your help and advice in advance,
R

Hi. I am unemployed as well and can share what I do. I don't have suggestions as for the dog's health but just to stretch the kibble, whichever one you decide to use. I add carrots, apples, bananas, certain veggies to supplement the kibble and the dogs just love it. I hope you can find a job and wish you well with your dog.

[shets114]

I didn't read the three pages of replies so if someone allready stated the obvious I'm sorry.

Find a food that you can afford using your best judgement on ingredients. Everyone on here knows the basics of meat protein versus others.
Grain free has nothing to do with hip issues, besides the dog allready has the issue so it's not going to have anything to do with it anyway.

Find a food that has the basics and try using a weight control with a little higher protein yet low fat and calorie.

Go to the drug store and get a Glucosmine/Chondrointin Supplement or find one online at one of the online pet suppliers. If your dog has an issue there isn't a dog food out there that has enough Glucosamine to make a huge difference.


Main ways to help are just simple. Keep the weight off, swim the dog if possible, short walks and no running, glucosamine / chondrointin supplements.

KIS....... KEEP>>>> IT >>>> SIMPLE>>>>>>