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Crumpler asked in PetsDogs · 1 decade ago

How would you rate my Siberian huskies Diet.?

I am currently feeding theme Orijen Large breed puppy since there still under a year old and been feeding them since 2 months of age, Mixed with Innova EVO 95% Venison. I mean there at good weight and Breaking records. My 11 week old siberian puppie is already 11 1/2 inches from the paw to the shoulder and is 21 lbs

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  • 1 decade ago
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    A couple of thoughts.

    I have no problem with the brands you're feeding -- both excellent -- however, is there a reason you're feeding a "large breed" puppy food to a Siberian? Siberians are a medium breed; they should be no larger than 35-55 lbs. as adults. They thrive on high-protein diets, but have no issues with accelerated growth affecting their structure and bone development. Low fat doesn't do them any good.

    And I guess I don't see the point in feeding canned food to a puppy. It doesn't help their teeth, and if you look at the protein/fat content of the EVO, it's doing nothing in comparison to the Orijen in terms of supplementation. 42% protein is plenty for a puppy, and the Orijen has plenty of meat content.

    Remember, again, that this is a medium-sized working dog. I have a 2 year old male who weighs 45 lbs. If you're 11 week old puppy is half that already, he is either overweight or destined to be too big. Bigger is not better in this breed.

    Source(s): Siberian husky owner/exhibitor, musher, rescue, breeder for 20 years.
  • Joanne
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    The appartments recomend a dog over a year old because it will of grown out of puppy stage and be more sensible. Because of this, don't get a husky unless you are aware that they need 24hr care, they need to constantly be active a good 4hr run/working all day everyday. They need to constantly be on the go and leave them in while your out? These dogs are escape artists and will shred the house, bark, howl, anything to escape and be will people. And if they get out, make sure you've an escape proof garden. It's not badness its just their nature they were bred to sled and work all day, they can't cope with heat either.

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