Whole Sardines

yuricamp · 06-26-2011, 03:19 AM

So I was following my wife around the store yesterday and I noticed some frozen whole sardines and instantly thought of buying to feed to my 3 month old pup. I pumped the brakes on that thought however waiting to come back and ask if anyone has tried that before. I think there are a heck of a lot of tiny fish bones in there for him to navigate through, even though he eats sort of slow and meticulously. Any thoughts?

Elaine · 06-26-2011, 09:45 AM

There are no problems feeding sardines.

Girth · 06-26-2011, 09:48 AM

I feed mine canned sardines in spring water and canned mackrel is cheap as well. I mix it in with their kibble as a treat.

fuzzybunny · 06-26-2011, 11:00 AM

I feed my sardines as well. No problems and they love it!

Freestep · 06-26-2011, 11:02 AM

The bones in sardines are soft and tiny, no problem feeding them to the puppers, great source of calcium and they love 'em.

CLARKE-DUNCAN · 06-26-2011, 04:59 PM

I would have thought that sardines might be a bit rich for a dog..? I once gave Nero some tuna, and he had the squits, ten bob bits whatever you want to call it, So I have never given it to him again....!

yuricamp · 06-27-2011, 01:31 AM

Thanks for the feedback. I figured sardines in the cans would be fine because I eat those up as well. I just am not sure that the fresh frozen ones in the store had similarly soft bones.

Elaine · 06-27-2011, 02:34 AM

I have never met anyone that actually admits to eating anything as disgusting as sardines. Ew! It doesn't matter if you want to feed the fresh or canned, your dog will have no problem with the bones either way.

yuricamp · 06-27-2011, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Elaine

I have never met anyone that actually admits to eating anything as disgusting as sardines. Ew! It doesn't matter if you want to feed the fresh or canned, your dog will have no problem with the bones either way.

Are you nuts! They are awesome with fresh squeezed limes, onions, diced tomatoes and some salt as well. Where I'm from they are great for breakfast when served with some grits and homemade bread! Umm um good!

:-p

When I think about it.....my wife thinks they're disgusting as well and seems to not want any kisses when I'm done eating them. How disappointing is that!?!

Lilie · 06-27-2011, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by yuricamp

Are you nuts! They are awesome with fresh squeezed limes, onions, diced tomatoes and some salt as well. Where I'm from they are great for breakfast when served with some grits and homemade bread! Umm um good!

:-p

When I think about it.....my wife thinks they're disgusting as well and seems to not want any kisses when I'm done eating them. How disappointing is that!?!

Although I'm not a big fan of sardines, you had me with you up until you stated they were great for breakfast.

06-26-2011, 03:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
yuricamp Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 130	Whole Sardines So I was following my wife around the store yesterday and I noticed some frozen whole sardines and instantly thought of buying to feed to my 3 month old pup. I pumped the brakes on that thought however waiting to come back and ask if anyone has tried that before. I think there are a heck of a lot of tiny fish bones in there for him to navigate through, even though he eats sort of slow and meticulously. Any thoughts?

06-26-2011, 09:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
Elaine Crowned Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3,782	There are no problems feeding sardines. __________________ Elaine and the herd

06-26-2011, 09:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
Girth Master Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Gainesville Fl Posts: 932	I feed mine canned sardines in spring water and canned mackrel is cheap as well. I mix it in with their kibble as a treat. __________________ Dogs' lives are too short. Their only fault, really. Carlotta O'Neill

06-26-2011, 11:00 AM	#4 (permalink)
fuzzybunny Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ottawa Posts: 1,818	I feed my sardines as well. No problems and they love it! __________________ Carolyn Jazz, Shiloh Shepherd, 2.5 years old, CGC HIC Bunny, GSD X, 5.5 years old

06-26-2011, 11:02 AM	#5 (permalink)
Freestep Knighted Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern California Posts: 3,087	The bones in sardines are soft and tiny, no problem feeding them to the puppers, great source of calcium and they love 'em. __________________ Luka von Sontausen, CD Vinca von Sontausen, CGC Freestep's Beluga Whale, BWD

06-26-2011, 04:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
CLARKE-DUNCAN Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: The UK Posts: 1,526	I would have thought that sardines might be a bit rich for a dog..? I once gave Nero some tuna, and he had the squits, ten bob bits whatever you want to call it, So I have never given it to him again....! __________________ Nero looks at me with eyes of love, he thinks Im far to wonderful to criticise or judge Lisa-marie tally-breeze,Sable Gsd, (Nero) D.o.b 13/06/03

06-27-2011, 01:31 AM	#7 (permalink)
yuricamp Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 130	Thanks for the feedback. I figured sardines in the cans would be fine because I eat those up as well. I just am not sure that the fresh frozen ones in the store had similarly soft bones.

06-27-2011, 02:34 AM	#8 (permalink)
Elaine Crowned Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3,782	I have never met anyone that actually admits to eating anything as disgusting as sardines. Ew! It doesn't matter if you want to feed the fresh or canned, your dog will have no problem with the bones either way. __________________ Elaine and the herd

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