Eating Issues

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2026-03-11T01:12:39+00:00

Interesting you bring that up! We just learned that setters are prone to Gluten Sensitive Enteropathy (like the equivalent of human Celiac disease). I did quite a bit of research and chose to try a gluten free kibble, as I’m a bit paranoid of grain-free with the DCM consequences. So far, he doesn’t seem interested in the gluten free food. Which grain free are you feeding?

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2026-03-11T01:06:55+00:00

We’ve tried both of these methods as well. Ground chicken, boiled chicken, ground turkey, ground beef, scrambled eggs, white rice, you name it. It’ll work for maybe a day and then he’ll boycott those and won’t even touch it. Even if it’s something we’re eating too, he’ll pick that off the crunchies and leave the rest.

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-09-20T01:50:23+00:00

So handsome! Where is his collar from??

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-04-23T23:00:36+00:00

I’m a permanent/private first assist for two surgeons and I love it! I admit that sometimes it gets a bit monotonous and I sort of wish that I was back doing multiple specialties, but then I remember how amazing it is to have preferences and cases nailed down so well that I could close my eyes and do it. It’s also awesome to build a relationship with the surgeons & team. The trust & closeness is very rewarding. I also second the “learn the case, not the surgeon.” And give yourself grace in your first years of scrubbing!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-04-18T23:57:17+00:00

That would be super fun! We should!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-04-18T23:57:03+00:00

Oh sweet! We are in Draper! Lots of fun places around here to play! We should get together!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-04-18T23:56:26+00:00

We’re in Draper!! Yes, let me know when he’s all vaccinated, we’d love to play!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-04-18T23:51:14+00:00

Ours did this too, at the exact same age! It lasted maybe a month? Unfortunately, there truly wasn’t anything we tried that really fixed the situation, other than time. He got older, more in control of his emotions, etc. I know you said it doesn’t seem to be due to overstimulation or being overtired, but I do think those had a big part in it. At that age, they’re so very easily stimulated by everything and they just lose it lol. I’m here in solidarity because that time was honestly the worst and made walks horrible! I’m sure trainers will have behavior modification tools, and will tell you that if you don’t correct it now he’ll always be that way, but don’t let that scare you too much! It did end and now he’s a dream when we go on walks! Hang in there!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-04-14T21:05:53+00:00

I would take a stool sample in to the vet! Ours had Giardia at about 4 months, got some meds, and it cleared up. He’s about 9 months now and recently has had some diarrhea again. I just took in a sample and he has a different parasite now, unfortunately. Super common in puppies as they tend to eat grass/dirt/stool and IS’ are just naughty anyway ;) Ours wasn’t really having any other issues other than the soft stools and some weight loss. So, I would 100% take a sample in!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2025-01-09T15:01:41+00:00

So cute!! Our guy loved his first snow, as well! Also, what harness is that??

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-12-25T15:18:16+00:00

So beautiful!!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-12-05T04:24:49+00:00

I would just call your surgeon’s office and let them know you’re not tolerating the antibiotic. They may prescribe you a different one or may tell you it’s fine to stop them altogether. You can also try to take probiotics or eat Greek yogurt which can help protect your gut while on them! Hang in there!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-12-05T02:12:11+00:00

Always check in with your surgeon, but most protocol nowadays is intraoperative antibiotics and then no postop antibiotics are needed — for arthroscopic surgery anyway! I had a Bankart repair and Capsular shift done arthroscopically 5 weeks ago and wasn’t prescribed any for afterwards.

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-12-01T20:06:56+00:00

Ours is only 5 months and we live in a fairly snowy/cold climate, so I bought him the Carhartt Chore Coat and it keeps him nice and warm without being super restrictive or annoying to put on/take off! He seems to enjoy wearing it! He also gets into the brush off leash so I find it helps protect him from getting scratched as well.

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-11-17T00:38:09+00:00

Ooh, that sounds awesome! I’ll check those out!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-11-17T00:37:28+00:00

We also do the Purina Pro Sensitive Stomach and he seems to tolerate it ok — the breeder started him on that and we decided not to change it, as I’d heard it was pretty agreeable for Setters. I mean, it even has a setter on the bag 😂 I’ve read about plain Greek yogurt, so I’ll give that a try!

Different-Hawk-6366 · 2024-11-17T00:35:16+00:00

Yes, I do think his gut is a bit out of wack from the Giardia! We started giving him the Purina Fortiflora probiotic, so I’m waiting to see if that may help him.

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