I'm looking to add something to SeaBass' diet to help him gain about 2-3 pounds. Today at his vet appt. he was down a pound from Aug. I have already upped his kibble (Fromm Pork and Peas) by a cup a day (total of 3 cups a day). The vet is going to do fecal and blood tests to rule out any underlying issues (parasites etc…) His blood work was great back in Aug. He takes heart worm every month. No ticks since last summer/fall. No vomiting or diarrhea.
If everything medical is ruled out, I need to find a way to put a few more pounds on him. His metabolism is high, his exercise level is normal.
I have added eggs, yogurt and occasionally butcher meat to his diet. Recently sauerkraut with no side effects.
One thing to keep in mind is that he is still "intact". I am considering having him go through the surgery and will schedule an appt. w/a surgeon to discuss. This could quite possibly be the reason that he doesn't gain weight…however, I do not want him losing anymore!
Before I meet w/the surgeon and while I'm awaiting the test results…any suggestions diet related that could help to pack on a few pounds in a healthy way? Allergies are an issue and soft/moist food was not recommended from the vet-tech doing his assessment…
If everything medical is ruled out, I need to find a way to put a few more pounds on him. His metabolism is high, his exercise level is normal.
I have added eggs, yogurt and occasionally butcher meat to his diet. Recently sauerkraut with no side effects.
One thing to keep in mind is that he is still "intact". I am considering having him go through the surgery and will schedule an appt. w/a surgeon to discuss. This could quite possibly be the reason that he doesn't gain weight…however, I do not want him losing anymore!
Before I meet w/the surgeon and while I'm awaiting the test results…any suggestions diet related that could help to pack on a few pounds in a healthy way? Allergies are an issue and soft/moist food was not recommended from the vet-tech doing his assessment…