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| Anthony |
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 | Hi all, As Valarie & I continue to learn more and more about the breed, we seem to notice some misconceptions about Neos in general. I would like to pose this question under the assumption that the buyer has researched the breeder and the line of their puppy, so the family health history of the line is good to go. Is there more we can do as owners as far as diet, screenings, exercise, etc. to help ensure our Neos have the best oppurtunity to live to their fullest potential and hopefully have a longer lifespan. I understand that there are no "silver bullet" answers here, and that what may have worked for some will or did not work for others. My intention is to open a forum from where my family and/or others may learn. Thank you, Anthony Anthony <script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-8540005283325832"; /* 728x90, created 17/04/09 */ google_ad_slot = "0692574383"; google_ad_width = 728; google_ad_height = 90; //--> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> | |||
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| Jamesjuile |
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 | Hi Anthony, That really is the million dolllar question. And . . .if we had the answers we would probably all be much more relaxed about caring for our breed. There is some fantastic information on here about diet. if you were to speak to the people that posted them, they would all say in their opinion thats whats best for a neo. Some are avid fans of raw, some use kibble, others kibble and meat and some cook, give fruit, veg etc. The bottom line on this has to be they are all good and relevant. the answer to this is what you are comfortable with and what your dogs digestive system can cope with. Its no good buying £45 bags of kibble if it goes through the dog at the speed of light and they dont get to absorb the nutrients. This area is all about testing and also what you are financially comfortable with. I know people that spend double their own food budget on their dogs. I dont think this is the way to go. So, my opinion, find somthing that is nutritonally good out of the above options and stick with it. Messing around with the food plan is not good. In terms of exercise, I have experienced both ends of the spectrum. I have quite an untypey female who is lighter and more agile. I always let her run wild and off the lead. Two of my heavier and typed dogs are lead walked to protect them. The heavier dogs have less stamina, my less typed can go for miles. I think everyone agrees with the no climbing and that jumping up can do serious damage, especially at a young age. Its just not worth it. When Ciro and Diva go to the vets (heavier type) the are quite often blood screened to just see if there is anything nasty hanging around in there and to see if there are any early signs of serious problems. Its a nice to have but I dont think it is essential. In my very humble opinion, the best thing you can do to prolong your neos life and to give it the best chance all good health is to know your dog almost intimately. Check it over everyday. Check its eyes. its skin, feel for lumps and bumps, rudely check temp in ears mouth etc, look for pale gums and eyes. Dont ignore it if they are strangely off their food or lathargic. Know the first signs of bloat etc. It costs a fortune but its always better to be safe than sorry. And the absolute money shot is get a vet that is interested in your dog, a real good vet is the difference between a really good standard of life for our furry friends or a really bad one. julie Home of Whitelabel mastini It is better to die on your feet than to live on your knees. | |||
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| Anthony |
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| | Thanks. With Beau being 11 weeks, we realize that we are on easy street. He will soon growwww and present many challenges. Which is one of the things that attracted me to the breed besides looks and temperament, that being a challenge and not of the norm of other breeds. The diet thing has been interesting. We are using the adult kibble with cheddar cheese and cooked chicken mixed in...which the Vet lectured me like a school boy for doing. I have looked into the raw & all natural diets which both seem to have plenty of benefits as well. Exercise and socialization have not been a problem as he has received plenty. My only concern is too much exercise as he is young and plays hard with my 2 yr old female lab. The screenings are probably the biggest thing that scare me. We have defaulted to studying him like a book. I catch myself all of the time staring at him and reading his movements, personalities, features, etc...just trying to get to where I know him better than myself. I also have found myself, besides readind books on Neos, defaulting to this site and breeders that I know and trust personally for personal opinions. Its just going to frustrate me when I am able to diagnose him better than the Vet. We are not the type who takes their kids to doctor everytime they get a runny nose...nothing wrong with that. Its just not us. I just want to be proactive with our Neo's health screenings, and not reactive. Thanks again, Anthony Anthony <script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-8540005283325832"; /* 728x90, created 17/04/09 */ google_ad_slot = "0692574383"; google_ad_width = 728; google_ad_height = 90; //--> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> | |||
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| Kate |
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 | Great question! One I would and have asked myself...Good idea . I would also like to add in...Be sure to relax and have fun with the dogs too. I have found that at times people get too caught up in feeding and caring for their dogs so much...That they forget to just breath and have fun too  Not only do we want to feed and treat the body well, but we want to treat the mind well too. Kate and the zoo \"Shit happens.\" | |||
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| Anthony |
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| | Kate, your point is right on and much appreciated. We do enjoy him very much. Juch want to ensure that we treat Beau and any future Kyle family Neos with the care and most importantly...the respect, they deserve. Thanks again Kate. Anthony Anthony <script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-8540005283325832"; /* 728x90, created 17/04/09 */ google_ad_slot = "0692574383"; google_ad_width = 728; google_ad_height = 90; //--> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> | |||
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| Agrippina |
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 | Wow- a loaded question Anthony! After work I'll respond- may take a while LMAO! _________________________ Nikki Agrippina Mastino | |||
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| Anthony |
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| | yeah, much drama. i think by asking it i answered much of it for myself. we can talk books or anthony's therapy if you want. Anthony <script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-8540005283325832"; /* 728x90, created 17/04/09 */ google_ad_slot = "0692574383"; google_ad_width = 728; google_ad_height = 90; //--> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> | |||
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| Anthony |
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| | nik, julie and kate's inputs were also helpful...still here to talk drama, books, photo shop or therapy... Anthony <script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-8540005283325832"; /* 728x90, created 17/04/09 */ google_ad_slot = "0692574383"; google_ad_width = 728; google_ad_height = 90; //--> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> | |||
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| Lori |
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 | !amazed !amazed Therapy......lol....I think all us owners need some of that!!!! Lori DeSimon - Olsen Muscle Beach Mastini Click This Link Fly Fast.....Live Slow..... "Don't follow in my foot steps, I walk into walls!" | |||
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| Anthony |
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| | yes, but shhhh don't type that too loud as valarie may hear you. Anthony <script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-8540005283325832"; /* 728x90, created 17/04/09 */ google_ad_slot = "0692574383"; google_ad_width = 728; google_ad_height = 90; //--> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> | |||
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