Testimonial Interview #2: Glory Gabel & Bowie

About

Name: Glory Gabel

Dog: Bowie, 2 years old

Breed: Sheepadoodle

Currently Eating: Bold by Nature, Smack

Interview

1. What are some of Bowie’s favourite activities?

He loves playing fetch with any sort of ball. He’s also a big cuddler but loves playing tug of war.

2. Does Bowie have any quirks?

Especially when playing fetch, when he's retrieving, he loves to give you a good body check. He is about 50 lbs. A funny thing he does, he'll shove his himself between your legs to get a butt scratch.

3. What digestive issues was he having?

A little after a year, he was having runny poops for days. We went to Tail Blazers for insights on what to add to his food.

4. How long was he eating kibble?

He was on kibble for about the first year, had him on Acana food. I wanted to switch to raw, but I didn’t know how to do it and the store helped me through it.

5. What supplements were recommended?

We added beef tripe and freeze-dried options to support his gut biome plus Omega Alpha Probiotic and fish oil. To help keep him hydrated, we added goats milk.

6. Is he currently on any supplements?

She's still on all 3 supplements. We do still have her on the veggie and meat diet and is currently eating BCR. She prefers mostly lamb and beef.

7. Has she had any other medical concerns over the years?

No :)

Fun Facts

  • He loves chasing squirrels and barking at them in our backyard. This is a daily occurrence. He recently even caught one (thankfully he let it go!)
  • He also will pile his toys on you while watching tv because he wants you to throw them in the air to catch
  • He LOVES eating fruits/veggies. A few of his favourites are romaine lettuce, broccoli, dehydrated sweet potatoes, strawberries and watermelon
  • His guilty pleasure is getting the rare Pup Cup from Starbucks

Full Testimonial

"I began taking my dog, Bowie, to Tail Blazers when he was just a puppy (he's now 2 years old). Initially, Bowie was on a kibble diet, but I noticed he was having digestive issues. That's when I decided to inquire about transitioning him to a raw diet. At our Oshawa Tail Blazers location, the staff was incredibly helpful, educating me on the amazing benefits of raw food for dogs and advising me on the right supplements to meet all of Bowie's nutritional needs.

Following their recommendation, I switched Bowie to Bold by Nature food, and I haven't looked back since! After his neuter surgery, Bowie experienced a minor digestive infection, leading to a few days of vomiting and diarrhea. The Tail Blazers team suggested incorporating bone broth and tripe into his diet to keep him hydrated and support his digestive system. Along with the antibiotics, these recommendations worked wonders, and Bowie was back to his normal self within days!

Throughout our time visiting Tail Blazers, Bowie has become the healthiest, happiest, and most energetic dog. All his digestive issues have disappeared, and it brings me so much joy to know I can provide him with the best food. I am grateful for the educated staff at Tail Blazers who help ensure Bowie has the long and happy life he deserves!"

Bowie

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