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Posted by alicat613 on February 25, 2003 at 01:06:53:

In Reply to: Re: feeding a large breed puppy... posted by angel416 on February 17, 2003 at 20:36:13:

Giant breeds should NEVER eat puppy food.

The ONLY exception is that Eagle formula.
Kibbles should be 21-23% max protein, and about 12% fat. Do not supplement with calcium.

I too prefer a raw diet. You don't see the bone and joint problems or bloat with raw fed dogs.

Congrats on your Newfie! I just love them. There is an author named Kymythy Schultze who has a great book out called "Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats". It's a good overview of raw feeding, although there are quite a few methods. And she has Newfies.

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