We give both Akitas 250 mg vitamin C a day.
Breeds prone to hip/joint problems are good to give glucosamine/msm, and/or shark catrlidge.
I switched over to a natural food (Innova) after noticing Tundra digging at his mouth a lot. I tried a couple different premium foods without any change.
Since going to the Innova, no more digging or hard sctratching at his mouth.
Ain't cheap, about 38 bucks for 33 pounds, but it keeps him from scratching and both dogs love it, bowls cleaned of food everytime it's put down.
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