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Should I feed a newly adopted dog what they fed him or her at the shelter?

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Kevin Simpson
Director of Animal Behavior & Training, Washington Humane Society
www.washhumane.org  
202.723.5730

Kevin has trained dogs, both as a hobbyist and professionally, for approximately 25 years.  His experience includes working with pet family dogs both in the private and group class sector, as well as working with and training dogs in hearing assistance, service aptitude, search & rescue, scent discrimination, competitive obedience, and tracking. He is currently responsible for designing and implementing programs that support and celebrate the bond between humans and animals for the Washington Humane Society.

Should I feed a newly adopted dog what they fed him or her at the shelter?

 

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