The Long And Short Of It
My beautiful long-haired miniature dachshund Micah had just gotten his annual vaccination today, since he is 14 months old and I’m proud to say – it ain’t easy but it’s worth it and if I had to do it all again, I would never hesitate for even a second, except that I would definitely try to do better!
I’m going to have to change his diet since apparently he’s lost his appetite on the current dog food that I give to him, which is from Pedigree (I know, I know, I should’ve known better), thus resulting to him having a bit of a stomach problem and causing him to make the ‘uuuuuurkaguuuurrrka’ noise and puking up this foamy, yellowy stuff.
I actually feed him rice porridge with chicken meat or fish now, since that’s the only thing he wants to gob down with gusto, compared to the usual kibble that he responds with a dismayed look, and throws his head the other way, as if he’s sniggering at me, going, “You expect me to eat that?”
Apparently, Pedigree is not the best brand to give as it can cause hair loss and it contains a lot of colourings – I noticed it myself when one of the kibble fell into his water bowl and the water soon changed color to red!
Anyhow, I’ve been told that different food will give different results. Even my breeder told me that a good brand will affect how the fur grows – which explains why Micah’s fur is not growing any longer and in fact he seems to be molting all the time. I’ve practically got dog hair all over my laptop, speakers, TV and what-elses!
The actual reason why I went to Pedigree was because it was so difficult finding a good brand of kibble – they are either sold t very far away locations (I’m talking about going from Bekasi to Pluit or Kemang!) and you can not guarantee that they are always there – sometimes they can be out of stock and I am forced to change into other brands, which reflects badly on Micah’s diet.
There has also been a recall for quite a number of brands and those in the list, are, unfortunately, the ones always available at the pet stores, such as Alpo, Science Diet, and Royal Canin.
There have been a few people recommending me to try Eagle Pack and Orijen – very good for the fur, and apparently they smell so good, one dog owner even says that she almost gave it a try herself! The low point of them being the best and most recommended brands is that they are mighty expensive – for a pack of Eagle Pack Holistic weighing at 7 kg, it cost a whopping Rp. 440,000!
Oh well. The things people do for love … right?
But it’s all worth it, especially when seeing Micah being so happy and enjoying his life. Some people have told me to give Micah a go at Show Dogs events but I’m not too sure I’d want to – perhaps some people take pride in knowing their dogs are champions but my beau and I have agreed that we will love Micah no matter what he turns out to be – providing that he’s not a naughty one at least!
To end this post which is, yet again, about Micah, do enjoy this cool clip I found on Youtube which reminds me so much of my own Micah.
Cute isn’t he?
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Such a lovely dog you have there. I still looking a yellow labrador for my companion, they are cute and gentle too.
Therry, you do not need to feed Micah, Eagle Pack or Orijen. There are many other brands such as Eukanuba, Iams, Royal Canine, or Science Diet that is just equally just as good as the upper brand your friend recommended to you. When Fatso still alived, I also gave him Bacon “Beggin Strips” from Purina. Aside from good foods, Micah also needs good shampoo. I used Lambert Kay for Fatso.
@Toni:
Labs are fantastic! I remember my host mother’s father always owned a black Lab and nothing else. He had pictures of black Labs all over his house too, and the only type of dog he owns has always been a black Lab!
The last time I met him he owned one called Satchmo and the dog had his own antics of watching us eat, drooling all over the place, and whilst the owner told him to back away he’d inch closer and closer, guerilla-style!
@Elyani:
Eukanuba, Iams, Royal Canine and Science Diet are amongst those on the recall list – especially Royal Canine, unfortunately since it contains a melamine derivative in the rice protein concentrate in some of its dry pet food products.
I’ve actually joined a discussion board specifically for dachshund owners and most of them have recommended me Eagle Pack/Orijen, even my breeder told me to feed Eagle Pack would cause a huge difference on Micah’s fur.
So I’m ecstatic to give it a try!
Did you enjoy the puppies clip?
Ah, this is cute.
Your post reminds me of Rex, Skippy, Donna, Skippy 2, Elwood … my own (deceased) canine family members.
Some say the owners of dogs over the years get some resemblance of their pets. Looking in the mirror I do recognize some traits of Elwood…
@colson:
I didn’t know you’re a dog lover too! He3x..
I think I might actually start looking a little bit like my dog. Hmm…
noooo…never ever feed your dog pedigree.
even my vet doesn’t recommend that brand because of imbalance of protein and what-elses. my friend ignored him and the result’s his dog now has problem with his heart.
so what brand do you use for mika, cn??
it’s really cute…
You’re so luck that you can have dogs! I’ve been wanting to have a dog for years but still don’t have the chance. Let’s play out sometimes when I finally have my own dog, take Micah! Hehe.
It’s not luck, it’s hard-earned struggle! I had a HUGE fight with my mum just to acquire a dog – like you, I never had the chance to own one; until now, that is.
She was worried that it was just a temporary thing, and that I might abandon it when it got naughty. But she finally caved in haha.
Go get a dog! You won’t regret it
Doggies are the greatest. Guebukanmonyet, get one!
huahhh lucu banget!! pitshu maoooo ~