Guest little_lloyd Posted November 7, 2008 Report Share Posted November 7, 2008 I dont run my dogs on a full stommach,, So always feed them a light snack an hour or so before i get out for the night,, And then feed them when i get in from a nights work. Ive been giving him the odd raw egg as a snack,, Is this ok and what other light snacks for energy do you give your dog before lamping? LL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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wink hound 0 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 no "light snacks". if your dogs fit it will be fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Simoman 110 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 no "light snacks". if your dogs fit it will be fine. I heard you slip yours a little chipolata before going out? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest nitevision Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 fish and chips does the trick for me,the dogs get feck all till they come home Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threbb 0 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Ithink it should be about four hours before and is a very good idea Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LDR 29 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I've always thought 8 hours minimum to digest anything you've fed them!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest AngelicAcid Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 If youve ever seen a twist then you would definately not feed, I normally wait at least 12 hours minimum. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sandymere 8,263 Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 A little carbohydrate boost before or during a heavy night will help fuel the muscles though I'd avoid salt sulutions (electrolytes or isotonic). Glucose, maltidextrose type drinks, feeds etc may help reduce muscle fatigue. Take a leaf out of modern athletes book ie don't run overloaded or on empty. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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