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Feeding
Jan 28, 2010 20:09:15 GMT 10
Post by James on Jan 28, 2010 20:09:15 GMT 10
Hey tom, I have been reading a fair bit on other forums about peoples thoughts of feeding there racing greyhounds,
just wondering what you would feed the average greyhound while in full race work, and what additives you would need???
thanks James
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Feeding
Jan 29, 2010 10:59:46 GMT 10
Post by Tom Meulman on Jan 29, 2010 10:59:46 GMT 10
Hi James, The best diet for a racing greyhound is a real controversial issue, and you are going to get as many different opinions as there are trainers. To make it even more difficult the best diet for each greyhound can and does vary depending on their age, their state of fitness, and their current workload. I’m of the opinion that it should be kept as simple as possible so that minor adjustments can be made for each individual dog as the circumstances change. Never the less the diet should consist of appropriate high quality protein, as derived from beef, chicken, milk powder and eggs. Sufficient carbohydrates to fulfil the energy requirements of the dog as derived from pasta, bread, or a low protein kibble. As far as additives is concerned you are best limiting these to cod liver oil, calcium, and possibly one of the better quality vitamin/mineral mixtures at about half the recommended dose on the container. If the individual greyhound requires it, some type of electrolyte mixture could be added, again at half the recommended dose, and for those greyhounds under considerable stress the addition of potassium may be of some benefit. You can off course add various raw vegetables finely sliced or minced if you feel so inclined and wish to bulk up the food quantity. Keep in mind that breakfast is extremely important for those dogs racing in the evening as it could be as long as 28 hours since their last decent meal if breakfast is less than ideal in providing the energy needed to compete that night. Breakfast is about the only worthwhile use I have ever found for any of the complete dry foods so popular with many trainers. Cheers, Tom
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