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How to Feed Raw

Raw food feeding is the manner of feeding most similar to a prey based diet, or what the ancient ancestors of our dogs would have eaten. It has many benefits and pets on a raw diet tend to exhibit the following:

• Healthy skin and coat
• Easily maintained ideal weight
• Decreased allergies
• Clean healthy teeth
• Excellent fertility
• Calm focused energy

Raw food contains close to 70% moisture which assists in maintaining healthy internal organs and urinary track. It is also easy to digest for most dogs and since it is well utilized by the body, stools are small and almost odor free.

Raw diets often cause concern about bacteria. Owners who prepare raw meals need to be very conscious about cleanliness of preparation surfaces, utensils used in preparation, and dishes.

Always use stainless or ceramic dishes when serving a raw diet. The dogs, however, generally have no problem with the bacteria present in raw meat. Their short intestinal tracks and strong digestive systems efficiently process raw food and bones.

Remember, nature would not evolve carnivores to eat a diet that would kill them. Dogs eat garbage, road-kill, and buried treasures. The raw diets commercially available are made from USDA inspected and approved meats.

All that being said, raw diets are not for all animals. Older animals and sick animals can have a difficult time digesting a raw diet. Some animals just don’t like the texture. Some owners prefer to not deal with raw meat on a daily basis. Our staff can assist you in making decisions about raw feeding and show you the options currently available.

Your pets safety is important to our us at Bark Ave Pet Supply but our articles are not substitutes for professional medical care. Please consult your veterinarian when treating medical conditions.