Cheri Grissom wrote 05/13/2013 06:34 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #377770 - 05/13/2013 06:34 PM
Cheri Grissom Webboard User Reg: 09-30-2010 Posts: 2609 Loc: Michigan Offline	I've always put my bait into a plastic sandwich baggie before putting it into the bait bag (or my pocket). Just don't want the mess that some of the moister stuff leaves behind. I don't use the kind with a zipper -- too much to fuss with -- but I never thought of cutting off those fold-over flaps for easier access! I just might try that. I also re-use them. They get washed in hot water and dish detergent as needed, and when it's time, they get transferred to the poop bag department.
Top
Cathy Goessman wrote 05/14/2013 06:09 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Carol Blumlein ] #377804 - 05/14/2013 06:09 PM
Cathy Goessman Webboard User Reg: 12-03-2007 Posts: 1231 Loc: Phoenix, AZ Offline	Please repost if you figure out an alternative. Tanner doesn't seem to hav any problems with it but i try to keep him minimal grain. He hasn't had a single ear infection since i moved him to grain free kibble and started tea tree rinses when his ears start to get nasty.
Top
Connie Sutherland wrote 05/14/2013 06:59 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Carol Blumlein ] #377808 - 05/14/2013 06:59 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	I will, Cathy. I'm thinking right out of the gate that just switching to ANY no-gluten flour would be a good step for a dog with a grain-problem history. I'd like to eliminate all three wheat ingredients. I'm thinking that a little peanut butter (the kind that has one ingredient) might make a good glue to make up for the kind of dry cakiness that comes from many of the flours (ground grains) that are used to substitute for wheat.
Top
Carol Blumlein wrote 05/14/2013 07:24 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #377810 - 05/14/2013 07:24 PM
Carol Blumlein Webboard User Reg: 03-29-2012 Posts: 421 Loc: Offline	Thanks for the recipes!! I tried the ziplok cut off yesterday. It works great and everything is neat. Next batch of chicken breasts, I will bake on nonstick as you explained. Incidentally, that sitting problem with the recall.. getting him to sit close and straight when he comes in, solved with steak. If it is not close enough, I tell him "closer"and voila!! I also use the tug end of the flirt pole the same way. Bribery= progress!!
Top
Connie Sutherland wrote 05/14/2013 07:33 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #377811 - 05/14/2013 07:33 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Oh, looky! Someone else has done the work! http://www.stockpilingmoms.com/2013/04/gluten-free-pumpkin-dog-treats/ I'd probably go all out and make it quinoa flour, which has all the essential amino acids and is not high on the glycemic index like wheat flour, rice flour, tapioca, etc. (There are other flours low on the G.I., too, but most are either hard to find or better for humans than dogs; coconut flour would fall into the first category and bean/legume flours the second.) I've seen quinoa flour in the bulk section where I shop, but also in cellophane bags from Bob's Red Mill. I'd probably try a small batch first .... although, for a dog reward, how unsuccessful could it be? I'm thinking that the worst case would be something that didn't hold together well and had to be used up in the supper bowl over time. I'd probably use the ground cinnamon rather then the essential oil.
Top
Cathy Goessman wrote 05/15/2013 12:49 AM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Carol Blumlein ] #377820 - 05/15/2013 12:49 AM
Cathy Goessman Webboard User Reg: 12-03-2007 Posts: 1231 Loc: Phoenix, AZ Offline	I would try a small amount of the quinoa flour with your dog before purchasing a large bag if you can. My body refuses to process quinoa no matter what form it's in and it wouldn't surprise me if some dogs are the same.
Top
Connie Sutherland wrote 05/15/2013 12:20 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Cathy Goessman ] #377845 - 05/15/2013 12:20 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Quote: Cathy Goessman I would try a small amount of the quinoa flour with your dog before purchasing a large bag if you can. My body refuses to process quinoa no matter what form it's in and it wouldn't surprise me if some dogs are the same. This is interesting. I had read of this about uncooked soaked quinoa, and undercooked quinoa, but not cooked or ground (flour). Then yeah, a small trial amount would definitely be best! ETA I sometimes buy a THK with quinoa and have seen no problems, but of course this is not only finely processed, but also dehydrated (at low temps). Edited by Connie Sutherland (05/15/2013 12:20 PM) Edit reason: ETA
Top
Carol Blumlein wrote 05/16/2013 02:15 AM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #377882 - 05/16/2013 02:15 AM
Carol Blumlein Webboard User Reg: 03-29-2012 Posts: 421 Loc: Offline	Too much pumpkin can have a laxative effect. That I DO NOT NEED! So I'll have to go slow. Today, he fell and hurt his left front leg playing ball. He let out a real shriek. He's limping slightly. The vet says she thinks he'll be OK. but if not, MORE X-rays!! @#$%^&* if it's not one thing it's another! Big puppy...such a painful childhood!
Top
Connie Sutherland wrote 05/16/2013 09:11 PM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Carol Blumlein ] #377908 - 05/16/2013 09:11 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Quote: Carol Blumlein Too much pumpkin can have a laxative effect. That I DO NOT NEED! So I'll have to go slow. Today, he fell and hurt his left front leg playing ball. He let out a real shriek. He's limping slightly. The vet says she thinks he'll be OK. but if not, MORE X-rays!! @#$%^&* if it's not one thing it's another! Big puppy...such a painful childhood! Oh, no! Oh, the poor guy. Please keep us updated.
Top
Betty Landercasp wrote 05/17/2013 07:25 AM Re: Bait help please! [Re: Carol Blumlein ] #377923 - 05/17/2013 07:25 AM
Betty Landercasp Webboard User Reg: 11-30-2009 Posts: 3724 Loc: minnesota Offline	My favorite bait is candy corn. I break them into 2 pieces. They last forever if you don't get them wet. My dog thinks sugar is as good as meat. I rationalize that he's burning off the sugar while we are training. http://s922.photobucket.com/albums/ad67/Grasvaly/
Top

Previous Topic

Index

Next Topic

Page 2 of 3 <<123>>

When purchasing any product from Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. it is understood that any and all products sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. are sold in Dunn County Wisconsin, USA. Any and all legal action taken against Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. concerning the purchase or use of these products must take place in Dunn County, Wisconsin. If customers do not agree with this policy they should not purchase Leerburg Ent. Inc. products.

Dog Training is never without risk of injury. Do not use any of the products sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. without consulting a local professional. The training methods shown in the Leerburg Ent. Inc. DVD’s are meant to be used with a local instructor or trainer. Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. cannot be held responsible for accidents or injuries to humans and/or animals.

Copyright 2010 Leerburg® Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. All photos and content on leerburg.com are part of a registered copyright owned by Leerburg Enterprise, Inc. By accessing any information within Leerburg.com, you agree to abide by the Leerburg.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.