Tuna Flakes?

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Jenn & Baxter

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I purchased some Tuna Flakes for Baxter as a treat after testing...etc. Are they really something I should be giving him? If so how much? They say that are nautral with nothing added. I gave him a little this afternoon after testing (#159) & now he is at #342, 6 hrs apart. I was just trying to figure if the flakes had anything to do with the increase.

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Jenn,
What is the brand name of those flakes? If they are just freeze dried tuna, they should be fine, but if you can tell us more, we can look them up. Did Baxter eat on his normal schedule today, or was there food besides the flakes between +6 and the PMPS?

Carl
 
This is what the can reads. Planet Petco (purchased from Petco). Savory Tuna Flakes. 100% natural shaved tuns. No preservatives, additives or food coloring.
Crude Protein min 68%
Crude Fat min .46%
Crude FIber max 2%
Moisture max 21%.
They are flakey like a fish food. I couldn't find them on the Petco website to paste a link.
 
Yes he ate at his normal times 8 & 8. No food in between just those flakes. It doesn't say freeze dried on them.
 
I found this, which I think is what you have?

Long Description:
PETCO Tuna Flake Cat Treats: The Dried Bonito Flakes Cats Crave and EnjoyFeeding your cats PETCO Tuna Flake Cat Treats is more than just a great way to show them your love and appreciation- it's also a fun way to interact with them and to get their attention. Containing 100% tuna, these delicious treats will be hard to resist as they satisfy your cat's innate craving for fish. As compared to regular bonito flakes, these treats are highly nutritious and high in protein, which is necessary for the overall health and well being of your favorite feline. Keeping up with the latest buzz on natural cat food and treats, these treats are all natural, which makes them easily digestible. As with other dried bonito flakes, your cat will crave the fabulous fish flavor packed in each of these treats.If you're looking to give your favorite felines a nutritious and delicious cat treat that will surely get their attention, give them PETCO Tuna Flake Cat Treats. As compared to other dried bonito flakes, these treats consist of tuna, an all natural ingredient that cats simply can't get enough of. Packed in a re-sealable jar that seals in taste and freshness longer than most non re-sealable containers, these savory treats are bound to please the most finicky of felines. As with regular bonito flakes, these tasty treats can be sprinkled on top of your kitty's regular meal for an added zest of flavor, or fed to your kitty by hand. With the nutrition and fabulous fish packed into these savory snacks, they are bound to be loved and enjoyed by your favorite feline.While most other cat snacks, such as regular dried bonito flakes, may offer healthy ingredients, you cannot go wrong by giving your cats these delicious, high-protein fish treats they crave and love. As with other bonito flakes, these nutritious cat treats consist of tuna, the all natural ingredient, that is bound to be among your kitty's favorites. Show your cherished felines just how much you care and give them PETCO Tuna Flake

I think lots of people use bonito flakes, so I think these should be ok and should not have caused Baxter to have a higher BG.
Carl
 
Tuna flakes aka bonito flakes are fine for diabetics :smile: As with any treat, limit it to a few pieces per day.

If you have an Asian supermarket nearby, you can buy a huge bag of tuna flakes for just a few dollars, much more economical than those little expensive containers at the pet store.

Here are other popular treats for diabetics: http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=9172
 
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