New puppy coming, what is your favorite dog kibble, best way to train to brush teeth and clip paws?

[LuvOrlando]

It's been a few years since we lost our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and are preparing for a new little bundle of love, another Cav. It's been a very long time since I've had a puppy so wondering what the new buzz is for food and care? Considering Red Barn kibble, I think kibble is better for the teeth. Thinking of getting a grooming harness to lift and make nail grooming easier, I don't want to need to bring this one to the shop all the time. Not sure about best way to train such a teeny mouth for brushing, this dog will be younger than my other Cav was when we got him. Going to train to be comfy in a travel carrier and wear teeny booties right away. Picking out gates and a new car seat too.

 

[easyas123]

We feed Zignature brand (kangaroo protein) for our bull terrier and Purina Pro Plan large breed for our great dane. They get a bit of raw venison and duck here and there but not every day. Ironically they are both at the doggy spa as I type getting a well-needed scrub down and nail clip.

 

[bdrex28]

If you figure out how to train your new puppy to brush their own teeth, let me know

In all seriousness, we have 4 dogs. We feed them a mix of food. In the morning we use NomNom. Then in the evening we do a mix of Fromme 5 star kibble and Sundays.

Odd, yes, but the vet recommended it and they consistently eat well and it's a good mix.

 

[Christine]

Various vets over the past few years have all been consistent on one thing: don't solely feed a grain-free diet. That's a "human" fad and dogs need some grains mixed in. This has come from various vets and various practices and the grain-free diet seems to be a pet-peeve for many of them.

I've had at least 3 vets advocate for Purina Pro Plan as it's one of the most scientifically "vetted" foods on the market with a lot of years and science behind the nutrition. But there are many other brands that are probably just as good or better.