Re: [pyrnet] First Pyr

["Chrissy McConnell" <chrissy_mcconnell@hotmail.com>]

First of all, congratulations on your new Pyr.

I'm not sure about the tooth, I can't see how a young pup could be confused 
with a three year old but you never know.  :)

About the dewclaws.  No!  They should NOT be removed!  It is a breed 
characteristic and does not hinder them, as in some other breeds.

We even state in our purchase agreement that the dog will not have it's tail 
docked, ears cropped, front single dewclaws or back double dewclaws removed. 
  We also state that the dog will not be debarked.

These things all have a purpose.  Believe me, the dewclaws should stay.

Food:  26% protein and 14% fat or more if necessary.  First ingredient 
should be chicken, etc.  Feed what is suggested on the bag adjusting to her 
individual needs.

If she needs to pick up weight there are several ways to do this.

Of course I also have to mention feeding raw.  Some here, I'm sure will have 
a problem with this, others feed this as well.  If interested I suggest you 
join the BARF Pyrs e-mail list.  The important thing to remember in raw 
feeding is to keep it raw and balanced.

Chrissy  :)


>Everyone said we should have her dew claws removed since we
>weren't going to show her. Is this the proper thing to do ? The last
>question is about feed. How much dry feed and how often once a day or twice
>a day ? Thanks to all for reading this.
>Larry,  Becky  &  Mollie

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