New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix

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  New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« on: February 24, 2008, 07:37:34 AM »

smuraco
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Posts: 3

I already have 4 older dogs, just received this new puppy as a gift.  He is 8wks old and about 35lbs already!  I just want information on Giant dog breeds.  Feeding etc.  I want to make sure he has a long and happy life.  My labs have back and hip problems, both on medication, is there anything I can do to help avoid early onset?

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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #1 on: February 24, 2008, 07:47:28 AM »

mynameislola
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The Vet. who sees our mastiffs says to feed a high-quality, all life stages kibble, not a puppy formula.  The puppy formulas cause the pup to get too heavy too fast which can make skeletal problems worse.

Got pictures?

The canine kids:
     Cody Newfoundland
     Wally Italian Mastiff
     Zita Italian Mastiff
     Sparky Chihuahua


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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #2 on: February 24, 2008, 07:52:26 AM »

smuraco
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Posts: 3

He is on Iams puppy food for large breeds, but he likes the older dogs food which is pedigree.
I have pictures, but don't know how to add??

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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #3 on: February 25, 2008, 12:14:03 AM »

GreatPyr
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Posts: 400


Welcome to the board!

I like to feed..Natural Balance,Innova,Taste Of the Wild and Diamonds Naturals lamb and Rice.
I shop at  www.petfooddir ect.com
I can get the best prices.

Pics of baby please Grin



Max-3 Year old Golden/Lab cross
Buddy-8 Year old English Cocker Spaniel
Bear-4 month old Great Pyrenees
Tigger-barn kitty
Shiloh-9 year old Painthorse


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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #4 on: February 25, 2008, 06:34:09 AM »

Kermit
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Posts: 1784


Welcome to the board! Can't wait til you post some pics of that big puppy!!! Smiley
I agree that nutrition is KEY to keeping your big paw healthy. Adult dog food worked really well for the pups I have raised, kept their growth rate slow and steady. Also you'll want to be careful not to take your pup on walks that are too long for those growing bones to handle. Rough exercise is best kept minimal for puppies who grow really fast like Mastiffs and Great Danes.

Best of luck! Um, pictures now! Wink Grin

~Rebekah and crew

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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #5 on: February 25, 2008, 09:49:19 AM »

Bubbalove
Rank: Veteran Dog Chomper
Posts: 164


PICS PLEASE!!!  I can't wait to 'meet' your fur baby!   I feed EVO.

Kana - 4 y/o Japanese Akita
Kita - 8/2005 crossed Rainbow Bridge
       10 y/o American Akita


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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #6 on: February 25, 2008, 10:15:29 AM »

peytons mama
Rank: Veteran Dog Chomper
Posts: 152


i feed peyton (rottie/mastiff mix?) holistic eagle pack for large and giant breeds. she has tummy problems with even some of her treats and that is the ONE brand of food that doesn't make her tummy get upset. sometimes if money is tight, i switch to the different flavors of holitic eagle pack. they have salmon, duck and lamb. she likes them all. and they all like her!

there are alot of people on here who know the % of fats and stuff...you should get lots of advice!

one word...pics!

Your house isn't a home until you have made a bed for a dog.

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  Re: New puppy Great Dane Mastiff mix
« Reply #7 on: April 22, 2008, 04:31:16 AM »

taterbug26
Rank: Gnawer
Posts: 1

Hi this is for you and anyone else reading who can help...I'm looking for a Great Dane/Mastiff mix and I'm having no luck.  Anyone with any and information please email me at taterbug26@aol.com.  Thank You So much..

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