timjim 43 Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 just wondering what some of you feed your dogs after a hard session, and how long after cheers guys Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Ethyl 63 Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 I wait a few hours after they have been out then i add dioralyte to their grub.I make it up according to the babies instructions then add the fluid to their meal to help replace lost fluids and salts and sugars etc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timjim 43 Posted August 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 I wait a few hours after they have been out then i add dioralyte to their grub.I make it up according to the babies instructions then add the fluid to their meal to help replace lost fluids and salts and sugars etc thanks for the reply, is that the stuff thats available at any chemist or is it a formula for dogs from elsewhere? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Ethyl 63 Posted September 1, 2009 Report Share Posted September 1, 2009 Any chemist its for babies when they have been sick or had the runs to replace lost vital fluids etc.I think 6 sachets is around !.70 so not expensive at all and cheaper the the dog stuff by far Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doris 6 Posted September 1, 2009 Report Share Posted September 1, 2009 use recharge for greyhounds. make sure its not the horse type. . . . RECHARGE Oral Rehydration Concentrate for Greyhounds Special Features Recharge for Greyhounds is one of the most successful greyhound specific products worldwide. The name "Recharge" is applicable to a product that rapidly replenishes electrolytes and fluids after travelling and racing. The product lives up to its name in providing a rapid restoration of fluid and vitality after stress periods. The formulation is specifically matched to the needs of the racing greyhound, containing a high potassium to sodium ratio, citrate salt as a buffering agent and glucose to enhance rapid uptake of electrolytes and restore vitality. It is a different formulation to that contained in Recharge for Horses, as that formulation is designed to rapidly replace sweat loss after exercise in horses. Both products are totally different to the high sodium, salty tasting sports drinks available for human athletes and sports persons. These are not suited to racing greyhounds (or horses). Recharge for Greyhounds is normally well accepted by greyhounds when given as a 10mL measure into 250mL (1 cupful) of cool water as a made-up drink. However, some greyhounds may not accept it initially in water. The water can be mixed 50:50 with milk to improve its acceptance, or in pure milk if necessary. However excess milk in a greyhound not accustomed to it can cause bowel intolerance to lactose, and result in low grade diarrhoea and risk of further dehydration. Recharge concentrate can also be administered over the tongue by syringe, and this is the method by which it is most commonly given in the pre-race period, or after racing prior to the return journey, particularly during hot weather. Note: When administering Recharge concentrate over the tongue do not exceed a 10mL volume at a single dose, and always provide fresh, cool water, or milky-water for the greyhound to drink to replenish fluids. Recharge will increase the thirst response, and fluid must be available immediately after dosage. Avoid providing an excessive volume of fluid to drink prior to racing as the race-weight limit may be exceeded. Benefits of the Formulation Each 10mL of concentrate contains: Ingredient Amount Benefit Sodium 276mg Essential for nerve and muscle function and thirst response after exercise. Potassium 304mg Higher amounts to counteract losses from travelling and pre-race excitement. Chloride 433mg Essential for kidney function and excretion. Citrate 129mg Provides indirect alkaline reserve after fast exercise to neutralise acids in muscle cells and blood. Magnesium 29.8mg Essential in enzyme action and energy production in muscles. Glucose 2,600mg Promotes rapid uptake of sodium and other salts as well as improves palatability and energy restoration. Phosphate 174mg Aids alkaline buffering action after fast galloping. Note: Glycine No glycine Glycine is often included in rehydration fluids - it has no benefit in healthy animals and is very unstable during storage. Handy Hints for Specific Purpose Use HINT Standard Doses Before Travelling: 5mL Recharge in half a cup (125mL) of water. During Travelling: hot weather, excitable greyhounds - 5mL Recharge in half a cup of water (125mL) every 1½-2 hours. At Kennelling: Ensure bodyweight is not outside the ± 1kg racing limit for the greyhound. Non-dehydrated, quiet kennel greyhounds: Give 5mL Recharge in half a cup (125 mL) water. Dehydrated, Nervous, Excitable greyhounds: Give 10mL Recharge in 1 cupful water (limit amount to avoid exceeding weight limit). After Racing: Give free access to 10mL Recharge in 1 cup of water prior to return travelling. HINT Cramping Greyhounds - dehydrated or excitable greyhounds As well as 100iu White-E daily, 3g Betacel daily, and 10g Calci-D daily in feed, give 10mL Recharge in 1 cup of water morning and evening. Provide a bowl of made-up Recharge drink, and a bowl of fresh water, as a choice in the kennel. HINT Nursing Bitches - hot weather, large litters Provide 40mL Recharge in 1 litre bowl of water at all times, with a bowl of fresh water as a choice to replace fluids and electrolytes depleted by milk production. HINT Pre-Race Dehydration - hot weather Test for dehydration by pulling up a fold of skin on shoulder and estimating speed of skin return. If slow return, and greyhound is sunken in eye and is tucked up in the gut - it is dehydrated. Give 10mL Recharge Concentrate over the tongue morning and evening for 2 days prior to racing, provide fluid to drink and moisten the dry food by soaking for at least 15-20 minutes before feeding. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dare 1,103 Posted September 1, 2009 Report Share Posted September 1, 2009 cheers for that sounds good stuff that recharge. Have seen mates use a yellow looking liquid would it be this recharge? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doris 6 Posted September 2, 2009 Report Share Posted September 2, 2009 yep thats the stuff. I first discoverd it when my running dog had a bout of exertional rhabdonyolysis. Greyhound vet recommended I give 5ml before work and 10ml after session. Never been a problem since. . . . great stuff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timjim 43 Posted September 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2009 thanks for that will give the dioralyte a go what sort of price is recharge for greyhounds? sounds like something my dog needs, she wont drink at all when we are out in the feild even after a hard run, i have to spray some water into her mouth with a plastic bottle Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Ethyl 63 Posted September 2, 2009 Report Share Posted September 2, 2009 I use an old babys bottle with a fast flow teat you can skoosh it into dogs mouth fairly easy even with a difficult dog.Or a sports bottle would do the same im sure Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dytkos 17,942 Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 thanks for that will give the dioralyte a go what sort of price is recharge for greyhounds? sounds like something my dog needs, she wont drink at all when we are out in the feild even after a hard run, i have to spray some water into her mouth with a plastic bottle Ordered some last night on line, 22 quid per litre delivered from the greyhound store. cheers, D. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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