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    Changing food advice.

    Molly is 34 lbs and 5 months old. Should I be putting her on a large beed puppy food? I was considering Fromm

    Guess I should have posted in puppy but I cant delete
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    There is no need for anything "large breed".

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    If the food works, don't change it.
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    There is no need for large breed food. For the most part is a marketing gimmick just like "senior" foods

    If your current food is working leave it alone, the food roller coaster is a ride that you don't want to be on

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    If she's doing well on whatever she's eating, there's no need to switch. If I'm correct, you're not certain what or whether she's mixed with some other breed. Labs are not considered a large breed, so don't do it for her labby self.

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    My only concern is her stool is not very solid.

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    OK, then that's a different situation and could be a valid reason to try something else. What's she eating now and how much is she getting each day, including treats? Some pups can have soft stool from getting a little more than they need. She's had her stool checked for parasites, worms, and all that?

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    I agree with smartrock. There are several things that can cause loose stool, it's not necessarily the food. From day 1 Bruce has had an issue with loose stool if he's getting to much to eat. I had a heck of a time regulating it as he grew. I'd feed what was recommended on the bag based on his age, and then have to adjust the amount based on his stools.

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    I have not gone back to the vet as of yet.I use Kirkland brand puppy food the research i did said it was above average food but then again I know nothing. She gets 2 - 3 cups a day and that includes all her training treats as I use her kibble. I guess first thing would be to go for a vet check.

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    I would try decreasing the amount fed and see if that helps.
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