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Forum DIET & CARE Promoting weight gain

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    • Dface
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        So just some background, when I got Peep he was from a shelter and was very well cared for, but he was very thin (under all the fur) 

        When he arrived home, him and Yumi were both underweight(she had stopped eating after her mate died) 

        They are on a mixture of hay, timothy, oat and grass based, but includes additional dried meadow flower, nettle and dandelion mixes along with some other “treat” hay to try and encourage them to eat more (I worry about woolblock)

        They get fresh vegetables every day (although they aren’t that interested in eating their greens)

        I feed them 2 cups of pellets, scattered to keep food aggression at bay, and Im sure Peep is getting his fair share.
        Yumi has put on weight using this method, and looks and feels healthy(I dont have her weight atm)
         However Peep seemingly hasnt gotten any less boney feeling. 

        I tried feeding him separate, but he just isn’t that bothered about food. He’s not a fussy eater (he happily eats my wall) 
        And he doesnt seem to have any dental issues as he is still happy to eat and gobble treats (although I am hoping to get him to a vet to get him dental checked when I can ) 

        Is there anything anyone could recommend to help him gain weight? I was thinking about critical care, but he’s afraid of it so I would have to force feed it and I dont really want to.
        He’s not unhealthy, I just think it would stand to him to have a little bit more weight.
        Im sure a lot of his energy is going into growing that ridiculous coat of his.


      • iDon'tCare
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          Even if you think Peep is getting his fair share, I think you should start feeding them both in bowls separately to make sure they get the right amount of food. Take away the green and slowly introduce them back slowly.


        • Wick & Fable
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            You could just do critical care twice a day for a few days. Pairing critical care with banana or something else may make it better.

            The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.


          • Dface
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              Wick- he is also afraid of bananas for some reason.
              He’s a bit of a weirdo


            • Gina.Jenny
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                When we took in Gina and Jenny, they were both underweight from living feral. I used barley rings, which are designed as high calorie food for underweight/working horses. They loved them, and 2-3 a day helped them gain weight at a slow steady rate.


              • Dface
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                  Thanks GJ! Will look into getting some of them!

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