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Old May 4th, 2005, 11:14 AM
KessyWessy KessyWessy is offline
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Question Mealtimes vs Free feeding?

Just wondering if anyone can answer a question for me. NO one I've spoken to as yet has been able to offer a saticfactory explanation. Care to give it a shot?

Why are meal times considered better for your dog than free feeding?

For example I free feed my dog, and she does great. She has even assigned herself about 3 meal times per day, plus a couple of small snacks. Maybe this is why I don't understand.

Also, why is it recommended to mix your dogs food at first when switching brands? I've been told it can upset tummies, but why? What is so very upsetting about a new food. Personally I wouldn't feed my dog food that would upset her tummy at all. I don't see how slowly making her used to it helps.

I'd love to hear what others are thinking. Any thoughts, opinions anecdotes and especially facts would be great!
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