Comments on: Is There Any Risk In Feeding Raw Food To My Dog?

By: AZKAOZ

AZKAOZ — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

Heard of mad cow disease?
This disease occurred because farmers put in raw beef from cows that had died. The raw food contained salmonella and the unknown virus of mad cow disease and these cows attacked each other.
Dogs cats and any other mammal eating raw food can have the same effect. They will get these disease like salmonella and the dog may attack more or be more aggressive.

By: Big red

Big red — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

All of this is a crock of sh*t. Dogs can eat raw even rotting food The likelyhood of your dog getting salmonella poisoning isnt high as their stomachs are different to ours, their stomach acid is stronger to help digest bone, and yes they can eat raw bones. Raw meat isnt going to make your dog turn into a viscious killer who just wants blood. There is a diet for dogs B.A.R.F, bones and raw foods. Google it and find out. If you keep the raw meat in the same conditions you keep your own meat, properly sealed from fresh, only keep it in the fridge for 2-3 days before you throw it out, otherwise freeze it and defrost as needed, and the risk of parasites is definately lessened. The only thing that will make your dog attack children is, rabies or mistreating it. Raw food is actually great for dogs as they get the maximun nutrients from it as cooking will destroy some of the good stuff. Just dont feed too much raw pork as there is an enzyme in the meat that dogs find hard to digest and might give them the runs. Too much beef can overload them on the iron in it. The best meats to feed dogs raw is lamb, chicken and turkey. No fish. Add raw grated vegetables such as carrot, broccoli stem, apple, beans, chopped parsley(for their breath) and just a little minced garlic. Honestly do you really think your dog will turn into a blood thirsty beast just because you feed it raw meat, use your brain.

By: Great Dane Lover

Great Dane Lover — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

No there is no risk to feeding your dog a raw diet. It is a very natural healthy way to feed a dog (if you research it properly and do it correctly). A dog will NOT turn aggressive, attack people/children or any other such nonsense nor will it get worms. Dogs do NOT get worms from eating raw meat thati ncludes pork.
The AVMA article is 2 years old and is now outdated. A lot of vets are now suggesting raw diets to clients.
Dogs do NOT get tapeworms from raw meat.
Dogs are NOT omnivores they are CARNIVORES…people really need to learn more about dogs and the scientific classifications, anatomy and digestive systems.
It always amazes me at all of the false info that is posted.

By: CPR

CPR — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

some people dont deserve pets or kids

By: Tommy H

Tommy H — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

We feed our dog with raw food since he was two months old. He’s almost 1.5 yrs and is very healthy. He love it specially with green, red or yellow peppers, you can also mix other vegetables, but never use onions or grapes. He eat beef, chicken, pork, fish and turkey but hate lamb
We did a lot of research, spoke with our Holistic vet and decide to use it and we’re really happy with our decision.

By: ♥Jules♥

♥Jules♥ — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

No, this is a myth. Raw meat diets are actually really good for dogs, if you have the proper knowledge to know what to feed them. I’d do some research on it and see if it’s right for you, then go for it!

By: Filthy Lucre

Filthy Lucre — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

only that he may like it too much…

By: mistyriv

mistyriv — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

here i will give you the correct answer the answer is once your dog has experienced the taste of blood it can sometimes be an instint to want more and more… so obviously i believe attacking children is possible. but it is possible with any dog (i have a pitbull) and i refuse to feed her the “raw diet” most vets don’t recommend this at all. you can find just as much and most likely less messier meals in your local store under dog food. …. most naturals are on shelves too if your worried about nutrients. i don’t think feeding a raw diet to your dog will make it any healthier than mine on dog food.

By: ALM

ALM — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

raw food diet is bad.
here is what the american veterinary medical association has to say;http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/jan05/…

By: anotherm

anotherm — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 03:27:39 +0000

I would just worry more about salmonella poisoning.