How do dietary calcium and protein levels affect large breed growth? Dietary calcium and protein levels have distinctly different impacts on the growth and skeletal development of large breed puppies: Dietary Calcium: Calcium levels are a critical factor in large-breed growth, and both excess and deficiency can cause severe developmental issues. • The danger of […]
How My Childhood Dream Shaped My Career with Animals
When I was five, I knew my life would be about animals, and by sixteen, I was making it happen at the Rocking R Riding Stable in Bear Lake. My path took me from milking cows in Clare, Michigan, in the mid-90s to working the racetracks at Mount Pleasant Meadows and a Morgan show barn […]
Preventing Bloat and Joint Disease in Giant Breeds
How can I prevent bloat and joint disease in giant breeds? Preventing bloat and joint disease in giant breed dogs requires a proactive approach centered on careful feeding practices, environmental management, and monitoring their growth. Here are the best practices based on the sources: Preventing Bloat (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus) Bloat occurs when a dog’s stomach fills […]
Building Kindness in the Dog Breeding Community
Something most people don’t understasnd is the breeding business has gotten to a point where people feel they have to hurt each other, and it is sad to see so much cruelty when there is no need for it. When you are just out for yourself and busy putting others down instead of trying to […]
Best Probiotics for Transitioning from Fast Food Change in Dogs
Are there specific probiotics recommended for a transition from fast food? Yes, to help prevent loose stools during a fast food transition, specifically recommend a couple of options for probiotics: • Sustenix: While waiting to receive specialized supplements, you can purchase a bottle of Sustenix from the digestion section of stores like Walgreens or Walmart. […]
Protein Myths: Do Puppies Need a Low-Protein Diet?
Does high dietary protein actually cause skeletal abnormalities in puppies? No, high dietary protein does not cause skeletal abnormalities in puppies. Although there is a common misconception that protein intake must be restricted in large-breed puppies to prevent joint and skeletal issues, research has disproved this theory. Studies involving Great Danes have demonstrated that differences […]
Why Breeders Deserve More Appreciation
Something that most people don’t understand is the deep emotional and personal cost of being a dedicated breeder. We put everything we have—our time, our energy, and our entire hearts—into these puppies. It is incredibly hurtful to be insulted by people complaining about prices or to have other breeders bash your methods just because they […]