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I’m Looking For Good Quality Raw Food For Dogs…?

editor — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:35:33 +0000

I currently feed my dogs Orijen, but am considering either switching to raw food or including some raw food in their diet, the primary reason for doing so being their immune systems and general health. Does anyone know of any good quality pre-packed (preferably frozen) raw food for canines? I want to balance the health benefits of a more natural diet with practicality, and do the best I can for them within reason. (I know many people feed their dogs raw chicken, for instance, but having had two dogs suffer campylobacter twice, I have to draw the line at raw poultry. Apologies to the die-hard raw foodists!) I am in the UK, by the way, so please, no links to US suppliers.
Any other advice you have regarding feeding raw would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Who Feeds A Grain Free Food And What Kind And Who Feeds Raw?

editor — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 03:30:05 +0000

Just curious who is out there that feeds a good grain free diet or who feeds raw. I feed a raw diet to my adult dogs but our pups go to their new homes on Taste of the Wild(grain free) since the majority of people don’t want to feed raw. Also if you feed raw do you do prey model or barf? What kind of dogs do you have and are you involved in any dog sports or showing??
I breed and show german shepherds, we have several champion pointed dogs and a champion, we also have obedience titled dogs and one presently working with my daughter in agility. My daughter is also tied for the #10 Junior handler in the USA for german shepherds! Here is a link to my website.http://sites.centralpets.com/mammals/pea…

Raw Diets and Your Dog: Know What’s Best

editor — Sun, 23 May 2010 21:58:14 +0000

There has been a lot of debate recently over what types of food are best for dogs, commercial food versus homemade food, raw food, cooked food, etc. There are advantages and disadvantages associated with all of these diets, and in this article, we will cover the views on the raw food diet for your dog, covering both sides of the issue, so that you can make your own decision.There are many benefits that your dog will receive from being on a raw diet, according to some vets. If you choose to allow your dog to have bones, then some say that their teeth will stay in better shape, and will be cleaner, than those on other diets. This could potentially mean less money that you have to spend on dental care at the vet’s office, which is considered to be an added bonus for you, the dog’s owner.Many dogs’ digestive systems are better able to tolerate raw food than commercial dog foods that are filled with by-products and preservatives. You also don’t have to worry as much about potential food allergies, since you know exactly what is in the food that you are giving to your dog.Another belief is that dogs that are on raw diets have significantly reduced risk of becoming obese, which can cause many serious health problems, just as it does for humans. They are only eating what they need, without getting all of the fillers that many commercial dog foods contain, which cuts out excess calories.One of the most common complaints that dog owners have about a raw diet is that it takes a lot longer for them to prepare their dog’s food than normal. They can’t just go to a bag and scoop out kibble into a bowl; they have to actually prepare the food, much as they would for themselves. You have to have enough meat on hand to feed your dog, you have to measure out the correct amount, and then mix it with the proper amount of vegetables, and bones if you choose to go that route. You have to determine how much food your dog should eat each day, depending on his or her ideal body weight, and then either prepare the food on a daily basis, or prepare it in batches and store it in the freezer until it is needed. Either way, you have a lot more time invested in the entire process, and for busy families, this isn’t always an option.When you purchase meat, depending on where you live, it can be pretty expensive, so you will likely have to spend more money on a raw diet than you would a commercial dog food diet. To make this option more affordable, you will need to look for sales and then buy as much as you can afford and store it appropriately, which could also mean investing in a separate freezer, if you don’t already have one on hand.Anytime you think about raw meat, you have to think about parasites and bacteria, which could be potentially harmful for your dog. Some meats are more dangerous than others, for example pork, but in general, you should be okay. Raw beef and chicken usually don’t pose any problems for dogs, as long as it is stored properly at the correct temperatures.You will need to decide whether or not to give your dog bones. Some vets say that you should never give your dog any kind of bone, because they could choke, or the bones could damage their digestive system, but others say as long as you are careful about the types of bones you give, this isn’t a problem. Many advocates of the raw diet grind bones up and mix them in, but again, that is your choice.If you are thinking about putting your dog on a raw diet, you need to take the time to look at all of the information you can find, and then make your own decision based on your findings. The raw diet requires a commitment from you the dog owner, both financially, and time-wise, if you aren’t prepared for that, or aren’t certain that is the way you want to go, then you might want to think about other options.

Raw-feed Diets???

editor — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:30:44 +0000

I have been thinking of changing over to a raw-feed diet for my cats. One of which is a Bengal and requires a high protein intake. I have done a great deal of reserch on the subject, I now am basically interested in hearing from any other pet owners who have switched to raw diets. I am curious on what speciffically you are feeding and also what if any changes have you seen in the overall health of your animal? I greatly appreciate any advice you may have ….Thanks

Does Anyone Feed Their Cat A Raw Food Diet? My Girl Has Digestive Problems(frequent Diarrhea)?

editor — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:25:47 +0000

She’s been to the vet a lot & she (the vet) doesn’t think the cat is seriously ill. She thinks it may be irritable bowel syndrome. Right now kitty is on Hills ID prescription food. She seems better on this food, but they say it should only be fed short term & she’s been on it 3 mos. Also, it contains a lot of bad ingredient including corn gluten & chicken bi-products YUK My vet doesn’t seem at all knowledgeable about food. I’m planning on going to a holistic vet, but wanted to get input from members who feed the raw food diet. Thanks!

How Many Times Per Day Should I Feed My 11wk Old/2yr Old Poms On The Raw Food Diet?

editor — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:56:21 +0000

Should I feed the at separate times also? My little one likes to hog the bowl. Does it take the same amount of time to work it’s way through the body as regular dry kibble since raw food is supposed to be absorbed more into he dogs body?

Cost Effective Frozen Raw Diet For Large Dogs?

editor — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:41:27 +0000

I’ve been feeding my boston Nature’s Variety raw and he is doing really well on it. He eats 6 medallions a day, which ends up being about $15-$17 per week depending on the protein. I also have a large mixed breed dog, about 50 pounds, that I would like to start on raw food. Is there another brand that is more cost effective? I’d prefer to keep using a prepared diet, as we’re fairly new to this, and am not comfortable yet making my own.

Do You Feed Your Great Dane A Raw Food Diet?

editor — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 22:01:40 +0000

We are getting our Great Dane puppy soon and I would like to hear from those who feed their Great Dane a raw food diet. More detail the better. Thank you!

Can Cats Eat Raw Or Cooked Chicken?

editor — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:43:01 +0000

It’s kinda a dumb question but I hear about a lot of people feeding their animals a “raw” diet and I was wondering if I could like, chop up an uncooked piece of chicken breast and give it to her raw or do I need to cook it? I’m confused.

If I Feed My Dog Boneless Raw Chicken Breast Will That Be Healthy?

editor — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:49:57 +0000

I’ve been looking into raw diet for my dog and was wondering if giving my dog some raw meat would make him sick or if it would be healthy? If I ate some raw food I would get sick…Wouldn’t my dog?