The following supplements are highly recommended or mandatory for
your puppy depending if you have purchases a show quality akita or just
a pet.
PSD or Sure Grow
Give according to weight. We recommend you weigh your puppy weekly.
Divide into AM & PM feedings. May discontinue after one year of age
unless your puppy is very large and still growing. Tablets may be
ordered by calling Trophy Animal Health Care at 1-800-336-7087. It comes
in a bottle of 100 tablets. You give one tablet per 15 pounds with the
maximum of four tablets a day. For information on this product
please go to Trophy
Animal Health Care's website.
Glyco-Flex
Give according to weight. Helps in proper growth of joint and
tendons. Is divided in AM & PM feedings. May be ordered through KV
Vet Supply at 1-800-423-8211. The following sizes can be ordered. Prices
can be subject to change.
40955 250 count of 300 mg (1 tab per 15 lbs.) $13.95
40956 500 count of 300 mg (1 tab per 15 lbs.) $23.49
40972 120 count of 600 mg (1 tab per 30 lbs.) $13.49
40973 300 count of 600 mg (1 tab per 30 lbs.) $29.49
Vitamin C
Follow schedule and divide into AM & PM feedings:
Up to 2 months - 250 mg twice a day
2 months on - 500 mg twice a day
Vitamin E
Follow Schedule and divide into AM & PM feedings:
Up to 2 months - 200 IU’s twice a day
2 months on - 400 IU’s twice a day
Kelp
Helps aid in normal function and development of the thyroid. Aids in
immune system strength. Great for maintaining good coat. One a day 660mg
Beta Carotene
Great for helping skin, coat and teeth. One a day 25mg
We strongly recommend that your puppies dog food does not exceed 27%
protein. We prefer a Lamb & Rice based food and one that does not
have soy in it.