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Need a healthy dog Chewey even a picky Westie likes
I have posted here on several occasions about our rescue Westie problems with allergies and other issues. One is an insentient licking, and some chewing, on his feet. Not equally, he prefers the left front and right rear foot (diagonal, if that means anything). He does like the other two paws, but they do not look as bad, loss of hair and red bare skin.
My latest effort with 4 Paws Bitter Lime has been a failure. I think he likes the taste of the stuff.
I have better luck just keeping the areas "hot spot" medicated, he still licks some but the medication helps healing.
It appears boredom may have a role in this activity. He enjoys free roaming on our property, but doesn't care much for walks on a leash, so he may well be bored.
He in general also resists any play with us or with any toys, although he can be active and runs full tilt after white tail deer and Canada geese when they come to our property and he spots them. He runs rather well for an animal with very short legs. These runs, never more than one on outdoor visit, range from 200 feet to 500 feet, depending on which why the chase goes. He in general stops at our property line, besides the deer are getting far away by this time and the geese or in the air.
He got a small rawhide chew for a Christmas present from a friend, he chewed that some, but lost interest, so I am looking for a good chew toy or food I can give him to see if that satisfies some of his "need" to chew and lick. Gives him something to do when bored.
My latest effort with 4 Paws Bitter Lime has been a failure. I think he likes the taste of the stuff.
I have better luck just keeping the areas "hot spot" medicated, he still licks some but the medication helps healing.
It appears boredom may have a role in this activity. He enjoys free roaming on our property, but doesn't care much for walks on a leash, so he may well be bored.
He in general also resists any play with us or with any toys, although he can be active and runs full tilt after white tail deer and Canada geese when they come to our property and he spots them. He runs rather well for an animal with very short legs. These runs, never more than one on outdoor visit, range from 200 feet to 500 feet, depending on which why the chase goes. He in general stops at our property line, besides the deer are getting far away by this time and the geese or in the air.
He got a small rawhide chew for a Christmas present from a friend, he chewed that some, but lost interest, so I am looking for a good chew toy or food I can give him to see if that satisfies some of his "need" to chew and lick. Gives him something to do when bored.
You may not be familiar with the West Highland White Terrier (Westie), I wasn't. This breed is prone to skin problems due to allergies to just about anything, including most things dogs eat, especially chicken, beef and most grains. Ours is very sensitive.
One thing that occurs to me on his licking and chewing on his feet to such a destructive extent that may be due to he toenails being too long.
His nails have been trimmed by the groomer, about 4 months ago, but it looks like they need some work again. I'm still trying and have had some success with a dremel sanding drum - and with a nipper on his nails. These were beginning to curl and I think the groomer missed them.
One thing that occurs to me on his licking and chewing on his feet to such a destructive extent that may be due to he toenails being too long.
His nails have been trimmed by the groomer, about 4 months ago, but it looks like they need some work again. I'm still trying and have had some success with a dremel sanding drum - and with a nipper on his nails. These were beginning to curl and I think the groomer missed them.
You can put nearly any of his favorite treats in the kong. Peanut butter is just an example. You could also put chicken, cheese, steak, pepperoni, etc in it. Giving him a little bit of peanut buttered toast won't hurt him. I use buttered toast all the time to train my dog.
Yes, I've heard of the kong, but I wonder about giving him peanut butter, he has food allergies (common in the Westie breed I understand). I can try some to see if he even likes it - but I suppose I shouldn't give it to him on a piece of bread (wheat).
He is missing several chewing teeth, but can he can eat dry kibble (I usually put a splash of hot water on it). I purchased a bag of 10 2" raw hide chews, he worked on one of them for about 15 minutes and he either ate it or hid it, I can't find it and he didn't take it outside. This is a product by Harts and claims to be a dental chew, and is nothing but raw hide. I may dab a bit of peanut butter on one of those chew treats to see if he likes it even better.
He is missing several chewing teeth, but can he can eat dry kibble (I usually put a splash of hot water on it). I purchased a bag of 10 2" raw hide chews, he worked on one of them for about 15 minutes and he either ate it or hid it, I can't find it and he didn't take it outside. This is a product by Harts and claims to be a dental chew, and is nothing but raw hide. I may dab a bit of peanut butter on one of those chew treats to see if he likes it even better.
Have you tried giving him a raw marrow bone? They are very good for their teeth and apparently pretty tasty. Just make sure it's big enough so that he can't choke on it. Cooked bones can splinter so make sure it's raw.
When I need to give my doodle something to chew on indoors I fill a kong up with his favorite treat (usually peanut butter) and let him go at it. The kong is definitely a great chew toy.
When I need to give my doodle something to chew on indoors I fill a kong up with his favorite treat (usually peanut butter) and let him go at it. The kong is definitely a great chew toy.
Thanks, I'll "look it up".
In our case the need is complicated by the fact our dog is very picky about what he eats. That's not to say he likes only healthy food, but he is nonetheless very selective.
In our case the need is complicated by the fact our dog is very picky about what he eats. That's not to say he likes only healthy food, but he is nonetheless very selective.
Good Morning! How about the Nylabone Romp 'N Chomp Triple Treat Holder Chew with Treat? This is a great item! You can buy refills for this! Hope this works for you!
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