[Bob Scott]

Ditto with Nancy on keeping only the underbelly wet. this can be critical if the dog will spend a lot of time in the sun. Their coat is actuall an insulator against the sun. If the coat is wet to the skin, it transfers the heat right to the skin. That's especially rough on dark colored dogs.
It was in the mid 90's here today at the Terrier Races and Earth dog Trails at Purina Farms. Some of the earthdogs didn't want to come out, once they discovered how cool it was in there. LOL! The racers had it rough, but we kept plenty of cool water by the track for belly cool downs and short drinks.

 

[Bob Scott]

The high drive dogs are especially prone to heat problems because of their never give up attitude. don't alow them to eat or drink heavily right before or afte strenious exercise. Just a bit. Let them cool down. Then they can quench their thirst without bloat worries

 

[Bob Scott]

Interesting article Jeff. Thanks!
I've always added extra fat in the cold months. Never gave it a thought about doing the same in th heat.

 

[Bob Scott]

Quote:Fat isn't a macronutrient that feeds canine cancer the way starch (sugar) does.

However, when fats in dog food turn rancid, they become simple sugars. Most of the preservatives in dog food listed on the bag only last about 25-30 days. Take into consideration how long they sit in warehouses before getting to the local petshop, and most of the time your thirty days is up. This is the big reason so many people see a difference with a small, hard to get dog food company. You have a chance of getting the food before the fats go rancid.

I cannot believe I posted to a stupid nutrition post. How bored am I?? :twisted:

If your trying to make us think your mellowing out, we ain't goin for it! :lol: :wink:

 

[Bob Scott]

Connie-anyone, other then weight problems, are there any bad effects of to much fat, and how much is to much?
Heat is the only thing that has ever stressed Thunder. He hates it!

 

[Bob Scott]

When I started adding the fish oil for the Omega 3, I also added the Vitamin E as per your comments. Would more E be necessary if the fat content is upped?

 

[Bob Scott]

TIA! :wink:

 

[Bob Scott]

Thanks once again Connie! Excellent as usual!