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Mark Keane United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 122 Dogs 0 / Races 0 15 Feb 2017 11:14
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Carole Brown wrote:
Mark, the avidin, found in raw egg white, hinders the absorption, in the body, of biotin, a B group vitamin. Given in large quantities, over a period of time, will leave the body deficient in this vitamin.
thank you
Jack Ogilvie Australia (Verified User) Posts 15482 Dogs 0 / Races 1 15 Feb 2017 22:54
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Mark put the egg in boiling water for approx 30 seconds ,then throw the whole egg in the blender. Good source of calcium. Also a teaspoon of Black Tar that is BlackTar cant go wrong. Cheers jack
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 16 Feb 2017 22:19
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Peter Bryce wrote:
In my time in the field of animal Nutrition I have seen many diets used In early 2007 I researched Racing Greyhound Diets only to find the available information in Australia was scarce I found the USA had more information than Australia The University of Florida where there were 14 Greyhound Tracks at that time had conducted research on Greyhound Diets. High Protein Kibble / Meat diets produced a inferior result to Carbohydrate Fat Fatty acid low Protein Diets Carbohydrate is 1st & 2nd gear Fat Fatty Acid is 3rd & 4th gear Protein role is to build strength and fibre to Muscle.
20% Plus Protein Kibble with 600g to 700g Meat makes a 75% to 80% protein diet which is very low on available energy for Race dogs
Example Diet
1% of bodyweight in Carbohydrate - Bread Rice Oat Vegetables 26kg bitch 260g dry weight Carb - 38kg 380g dry weight fed Half morning half night 20mil Omega 3 6 & 9 Oil Morning and Night (there is no weight in Oil - just Calories) Double the dose Morning Prior to race that night Morning of event if night meeting 40mil 4hrs prior to race time not kennel time 500g Meat for Dog 400g for bitch is the guide Larger Dog extra 50g meat Meat can be Beef Chicken Roo Horse (Brumby no drugs) or in combinations. You can add chopped vegs to the bread rice etc Silver beet, Celery, Parsley, Carrot etc Egg whites (Albumim is high form of muscle protein) Ideal for after race recovery) Egg yolk is high percent fat so you can use instead of the Oil at times (Edited by Admin)
Something to consider as an occasional variation to the "Kibble" content of the diet for those who choose to feed Kibble.
The Nutrition of Baked Beans
Fitday Editor Nutrition Healthy Eating Baked beans have been a family favorite for a great number of years. They come in many flavors and go well with barbecued foods such as hot dogs or burgers. Made with wholesome beans and a thick sauce, they provide a hearty side dish. Although people eat them all over the United States, the nutrition they offer is something no one talks about. Here's a breakdown on a barbecue's favorite friend and why they and any bean packs a nutritious punch. Different Varieties Baked beans come in a small number of delicious flavors. They've become more than the plain variety with a piece of pork in the can. Now you can enjoy them in honey, barbecue, and maple brown sugar flavors. This encourages children to eat them as well by adding more taste and texture. Fiber Benefits Beans are an excellent source of fiber. Fiber keeps your intestines working properly by warding off constipation. A good number of people stay away from beans due to the gas they experience. Gas occurs after the bacteria in the bowels digest fiber. It's a byproduct of the digested fiber and relieves itself after you eliminate your bowels. If gas becomes a big problem when eating foods containing fiber, cut back on the amount and this usually solves the gas problem. Lowers Cholesterol Beans lower cholesterol levels due to the fiber found in them. Studies show that eating beans up to four times a week lowers the risk of heart disease and cholesterol. High in Protein The building blocks of muscles begin with protein. This important nutrient is needed to promote healthy muscle tissue that not only helps you get strong, but increases energy. When you have more energy, you can work out longer. Protein also promotes strong hair and nails. Beans are often said to be the poor man's meat, but the amount of protein in them provides a wealth of health benefits. Vitamin and Mineral Content Baked and other types of beans contain folic acid, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium and vitamin B6. Folic acid is excellent for pregnant or child-bearing women. Iron helps promote healthy blood cell production. Vitamin B6 helps with metabolism and potassium regulates fluids in the body. Manganese is important for your bones, the thyroid, sexual health and the metabolism of food. Magnesium is necessary for bone formation and cell function. It also keeps the heart functioning properly and lowers cholesterol. Antioxidants Beans have strong antioxidants that fight free radicals in the body. Free radicals increase your chances of illness, aging and cancer. Studies conducted by the USDA reveal that beans have high antioxidant levels. The small red bean varieties have the highest benefits. Most baked beans are made with haricot, pinto and kidney. Both kidney and pinto beans rank high in antioxidants. Diet If you're on a high fiber or protein diet, beans are the healthiest way to incorporate these nutrients. They're better for the body and provide more vitamins and minerals than red meats. When you're having a barbecue or just looking for a side dish, don't forget the baked beans.
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 17 Feb 2017 01:33
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Jamie Quinlivian wrote:
Peter, I dont think Warren takes any shortcuts. Keeping it simple means quality natural ingredients without adding a shelf full of supplements. And it does work.
Jamie If you read through the first few posts you will see that my reference to "Easy way" was Kibble and Meat The "Harder way" was preparing Bread Rice Vegetables Stews etc as well as adding Fat that wasn't available in the meat - Also the quantity of meat can be telling I still talk with trainers feeding 650 -750gram of meat. Kibble and Meat is "Simple" Diet preparation takes more time and thought and would not be "Simple" for the majority.
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 23 Feb 2017 20:42
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Has anyone heard from Jeff Guy I wonder if his wife is back from the shops yet Said his wife insisted he change Diet Perhaps Jeff is now busy counting prize money Jeff can you give us some feedback on the results of the Diet change?
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 02 Jul 2017 09:20
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Nathan Trigg wrote Feeding around or close to 26% Protein, 37% Fat and 37% Carbs calculated as Metabolic energy with around 1700-1900 Cal for the daily feed is the optimum ratio advised by some greyhound vets. I've worked it out using brown rice and rolled oats for the carbs and it seems like quite a large portion which seems to go against what you read and most will tell you in regards to large amounts of carbs being associated with cramping.
I'm really looking for some opinions and a bit of advise from trainers that feed similar to this on how they achieve their carb portion and amounts used.
Also any tips for the preparation of the rice and rolled oats to gain the best digestion would be appreciated..
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 02 Jul 2017 09:22
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Nathan I posted a Greyhound Diet some time ago With the risk of being jumped on from above again That diet stated 1% bodyweight Carb 30kg Dog 300g Carb - Fed half morning half night Must soak Brown Rice overnight - Hull will pass through waste if not soaked - Oats also best soaked overnight 500g meat for dog 400g for Bitch 50gram more for larger dogs Now to the secret - Omega 3 6 9 Oil - Tablespoon morning and night - Double Day and night prior to race - Double morning of and 4hrs prior to race if night meeting. 3500 Calories to 100g of Carb 3500Calories to 100g of Protein Wait for it --------8000 to 9000 Calories to 100 mil Oil Where does the energy come from??? Carb = 1st & 2nd Gear Fat / Fatty Acid 3rd & 4th gear - Protein builds strength and fibre to the Muscles. Many trainers are using this diet with great success - Unfortunately they are your competitors and wont tell YOU in this forum
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Joe Mc Gorrey United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 1292 Dogs 2 / Races 0 04 Jul 2017 19:57
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Hello Peter could I get your email address please
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 05 Jul 2017 03:43
Steve Harvey Australia (Verified User) Posts 1175 Dogs 0 / Races 0 09 Jul 2017 00:10
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I always thought K9s were carnivores myself ! Ha.
Michael Geraghty Australia (Verified User) Posts 4138 Dogs 14 / Races 15 09 Jul 2017 02:59
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steve harvey wrote:
I always thought K9s were carnivores myself ! Ha.
So did their creator.
Mark Schlegel Australia (Verified User) Posts 3168 Dogs 9 / Races 5 09 Jul 2017 03:41
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Michael Geraghty wrote:
steve harvey wrote:
I always thought K9s were carnivores myself ! Ha.
So did their creator.
Carnivores with omnivorous tendencies.
i.e. They can and will eat some plant matter but they get little to no nutritional benefit from it as their stomachs lack the necessary enzymes to digest (break down the cellular structure) it properly.
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 12 Jul 2017 01:55
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Food is in 3 categories Carbohydrate - Fat - Protein
Carbohydrate - Wikipedia EXTERNAL LINK A carbohydrate is a biological molecule consisting of carbon (C), hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O) atoms, usually with a hydrogenoxygen atom ratio of 2:1
Fat - Wikipedia EXTERNAL LINK Fat is one of the three main macronutrients, along with carbohydrate and protein. Fats, also known as triglycerides, are esters of three fatty acid chains.
Protein (nutrient) - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protein_(nutrient) Proteins are essential nutrients for the body. They are one of the building blocks of body tissue, and can also serve as a fuel source.
what are the best kibbles to use,i read so many articles about whats the best but does anyone know what rob britton uses? rob says brown bread,does anyone use this+does it replace the kibble?
thanks john,i thought i'd read that somewhere on a topic before but wasn't sure.i used it for a while on my retired bitch but now give her supercoat+no differance but for a racer i'd use the xp3020.
cheers
Dave O' Regan Ireland (Verified User) Posts 9 Dogs 6 / Races 4 09 Sep 2017 22:33
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Anybody know the name of the potassium supplement Robert gives his dogs?
Peter Bryce Australia (Verified User) Posts 706 Dogs 0 / Races 0 04 Jan 2023 23:22
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Nathan the large amount of Rice you refer to is made up of water, The dry weight is the rule. Water is Hydration. Greyhounds should need very little water aside from their feed. When the Greyhound is looking to drink water it is already dehydrated.
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