I think we spend about $300 a month on dog food.. so yes, good dog food can be expensive.
you didn't answer any of my training and exercise questions. I know you're concerned about the chewing and licking of the paws, but again, I have seen several cases of dogs that abuse their bodies because they aren't getting an energy outlet.
Does she have anything on her skin that looks like dandruff? If she does it's probably Seborrhea. It's usually treatable with medicated shampoo and it can cause odor issues. If that isn't it, it could be a bacteria issue or an anal gland issue. Have the vets cleared her anal glands or checked them at all?
Does she eat people food? I had a lab that couldn't digest people food when he occasionally found a way to sneak some. He would puke it up almost instantly. He also couldn't handle plastic when he was a pup.. he was quite the chewer and if the toy had any plastic on it, or he got hold of something he shouldn't he would puke.
I know it's a lot of questions, but there are a lot of knowledgeable dog owners here that want to help.. I certainly do.
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