Raw Feeding a Dog with a baby in the house?
Q. I currently feed by boxer a raw diet. I am due in June with my first baby and I am getting concerned that I might have to stop feeding raw. Notwithstanding the amount of time and effort it takes to feed raw, I am worried about the baby touching the dogs toys and things other things that the dog has touched after he has eaten. I dont know if this is or should be a concern. Other people must feed raw with babies in the house. If you do, can you provide some insight or suggestions on how you mitigate the risk, if any, to your baby. Thanks!
Asked by Rachel S - Sun Nov 18 19:51:46 2007 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well here's my take on it (even though I don't feed a raw food diet mostly because of the time/effort): Raw food diet for a dog is made (usually) from human grade ingredients. Dog food is made from non-human grade ingredients that are less strictly controlled and more likely to be contaminated. So as long as you are feeding your dog things that you would eat I don't see why you would be overly concerned. Afterall you eat the same foods and then kiss your kids ;) Ok I know you cook your food but that doesn't kill everything. If you really wanted to be anal you could compromise and cook the food (or at least the meat part) for your dog. This would still be healthier than commercial food, though depending on what you read it would be… [cont.]
Answered by mystic_eye_cda - Sun Nov 18 20:00:59 2007
Q. I currently feed by boxer a raw diet. I am due in June with my first baby and I am getting concerned that I might have to stop feeding raw. Notwithstanding the amount of time and effort it takes to feed raw, I am worried about the baby touching the dogs toys and things other things that the dog has touched after he has eaten. I dont know if this is or should be a concern. Other people must feed raw with babies in the house. If you do, can you provide some insight or suggestions on how you mitigate the risk, if any, to your baby. Thanks!
Asked by Rachel S - Sun Nov 18 19:51:46 2007 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well here's my take on it (even though I don't feed a raw food diet mostly because of the time/effort): Raw food diet for a dog is made (usually) from human grade ingredients. Dog food is made from non-human grade ingredients that are less strictly controlled and more likely to be contaminated. So as long as you are feeding your dog things that you would eat I don't see why you would be overly concerned. Afterall you eat the same foods and then kiss your kids ;) Ok I know you cook your food but that doesn't kill everything. If you really wanted to be anal you could compromise and cook the food (or at least the meat part) for your dog. This would still be healthier than commercial food, though depending on what you read it would be… [cont.]
Answered by mystic_eye_cda - Sun Nov 18 20:00:59 2007
What is a NON yahoo website about raw feeding cats a raw diet?
Q. I have joined a few yahoo groups to learn more about feeding a raw diet and have found a lot of unfriendly, arrogant, socially inept people whose only joy in life is knowing more than I do. Plus, I hate yahoo groups. ANy ideas?
Asked by T M - Wed Aug 26 15:56:03 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lisa A. Pierson, DVM shares great information on cat nutrition in general, and on raw feeding. Her site also provides links to other good raw sites, as well as recipes. Best of luck to you!
Answered by rrm38 - Wed Aug 26 16:08:10 2009
Q. I have joined a few yahoo groups to learn more about feeding a raw diet and have found a lot of unfriendly, arrogant, socially inept people whose only joy in life is knowing more than I do. Plus, I hate yahoo groups. ANy ideas?
Asked by T M - Wed Aug 26 15:56:03 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lisa A. Pierson, DVM shares great information on cat nutrition in general, and on raw feeding. Her site also provides links to other good raw sites, as well as recipes. Best of luck to you!
Answered by rrm38 - Wed Aug 26 16:08:10 2009
Can you tell me how when you switched to raw feeding it benefited your dog or not?
Q. Just wanting to know some experiences with raw feeding. My dog has very low energy on raw and so I would like to know what your experiences have been, whether it was positive or negative. Thanks Thanks Kristen... But I had never fed him junky kibble. He's always had grain-free super-premium kibble. No junk.
Asked by Kibble is King of all Crap - Fri May 15 01:06:11 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I do feed raw meat, but I don't just feed meat. Dogs are omnivores, whether people believe that or not, I don't care, their digestive system is that of an omnivore. I believe feeding only meat CAN be just as bad as feeding only vegetation, a lot of dogs can handle only meat with no problems, but not all of them. One thing that can lead to low energy on raw is no grains. I know a lot of people are against grains, but they do have their benefits. The starches in the grains are transformed by the body into glycogen, the starting point of glycolysis, which is the bodies way of producing ATP, the energy form most frequently used by living organisms. Feeding some cooked grains can increase a dog's energy level. Grain-free dog food is not just… [cont.]
Answered by Sighthounds !!!!! - Mon May 18 17:00:25 2009
Q. Just wanting to know some experiences with raw feeding. My dog has very low energy on raw and so I would like to know what your experiences have been, whether it was positive or negative. Thanks Thanks Kristen... But I had never fed him junky kibble. He's always had grain-free super-premium kibble. No junk.
Asked by Kibble is King of all Crap - Fri May 15 01:06:11 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I do feed raw meat, but I don't just feed meat. Dogs are omnivores, whether people believe that or not, I don't care, their digestive system is that of an omnivore. I believe feeding only meat CAN be just as bad as feeding only vegetation, a lot of dogs can handle only meat with no problems, but not all of them. One thing that can lead to low energy on raw is no grains. I know a lot of people are against grains, but they do have their benefits. The starches in the grains are transformed by the body into glycogen, the starting point of glycolysis, which is the bodies way of producing ATP, the energy form most frequently used by living organisms. Feeding some cooked grains can increase a dog's energy level. Grain-free dog food is not just… [cont.]
Answered by Sighthounds !!!!! - Mon May 18 17:00:25 2009
Have you experienced good changes in your dog because of changing to RAW feeding?
Q. Could you please tell me positive changes you've seen since you started feeding raw? (I just started and am not sure if I'm doing the right thing with my dog feeding him a RAW diet)
Asked by What.. EVER - Thu Feb 19 01:10:27 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Since I started prey model about a month ago I have seen my boxer mix shed less (a huge deal for anyone who knows boxers), my akita sheds less, both have spectacularly clean teeth, NO breath odor, have shinier, softer coats, are more satisfied with their food and don't scavenge/look for snacks all day long. Both have gained muscle mass and the akita filled out a ton (he didn't get fat, just wider in the chest). They are absolutely beautiful. Before switching, we paid $1.60/lb and now we pay $0.80-$0.90/lb so unless we are feeding twice as much, we're still coming out ahead on cost. Plus we don't have to take them in for teeth cleanings or spend money/time brushing their teeth. Please note that I do not recommend feeding any dog ground… [cont.]
Answered by akitagrl07 - Thu Feb 19 08:49:25 2009
Q. Could you please tell me positive changes you've seen since you started feeding raw? (I just started and am not sure if I'm doing the right thing with my dog feeding him a RAW diet)
Asked by What.. EVER - Thu Feb 19 01:10:27 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Since I started prey model about a month ago I have seen my boxer mix shed less (a huge deal for anyone who knows boxers), my akita sheds less, both have spectacularly clean teeth, NO breath odor, have shinier, softer coats, are more satisfied with their food and don't scavenge/look for snacks all day long. Both have gained muscle mass and the akita filled out a ton (he didn't get fat, just wider in the chest). They are absolutely beautiful. Before switching, we paid $1.60/lb and now we pay $0.80-$0.90/lb so unless we are feeding twice as much, we're still coming out ahead on cost. Plus we don't have to take them in for teeth cleanings or spend money/time brushing their teeth. Please note that I do not recommend feeding any dog ground… [cont.]
Answered by akitagrl07 - Thu Feb 19 08:49:25 2009
why is raw feeding better than cooked meat?
Q. Just wondering what are the reasons raw feeding is better than a cooked diet? (i know cooked bones splinter so it would be no bones) thank you
Asked by shelter puppies rule - Wed Mar 12 13:04:56 2008 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. When the meat is cooked you lose nutrients, it's better if given raw. Dogs have no problem digesting raw meat. NEVER cook bones, they can splinter, they should ALWAYS be given raw.
Answered by Island Weim - Wed Mar 12 13:09:26 2008
Q. Just wondering what are the reasons raw feeding is better than a cooked diet? (i know cooked bones splinter so it would be no bones) thank you
Asked by shelter puppies rule - Wed Mar 12 13:04:56 2008 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. When the meat is cooked you lose nutrients, it's better if given raw. Dogs have no problem digesting raw meat. NEVER cook bones, they can splinter, they should ALWAYS be given raw.
Answered by Island Weim - Wed Mar 12 13:09:26 2008
Can people help me out with raw feeding?
Q. I want to start raw feeding but before I start I need to know a few things, such as how do I get him onto raw? slowly? mix it with dog food? another thing are these good foods - pigeon meat and bones? quail meat and bones? any raw fish? and bones? even hair bones? all types of animal bones??? or certain ones?
Asked by ~xLeannex~ - Fri May 28 14:18:32 2010 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lovel German shepherd has it spot on You don't need to feed BARF Bones And Raw Foods, which includes veg etc, there really is no need to add veg if you feed correctly, you are better off feeding a RAW prey model diet which consists of meat, bones, muscle meat and organs. I vary mine, 1 day they have Heart, the next Chicken (wings/necks/carcasses) the next they have tripe and once a week they have sardines and an egg. I swapped straight over, no messing, just got on with it, their stools are much easier to clear up and there is less of them! I will say though, with my youngest (a whippet) if i feed her too many meals of chicken carcasses in a row she seems to become uncomfortable (too much bone) this doesn't effect my older dog so just… [cont.]
Answered by Indi Whippet - Sat May 29 15:44:34 2010
Q. I want to start raw feeding but before I start I need to know a few things, such as how do I get him onto raw? slowly? mix it with dog food? another thing are these good foods - pigeon meat and bones? quail meat and bones? any raw fish? and bones? even hair bones? all types of animal bones??? or certain ones?
Asked by ~xLeannex~ - Fri May 28 14:18:32 2010 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lovel German shepherd has it spot on You don't need to feed BARF Bones And Raw Foods, which includes veg etc, there really is no need to add veg if you feed correctly, you are better off feeding a RAW prey model diet which consists of meat, bones, muscle meat and organs. I vary mine, 1 day they have Heart, the next Chicken (wings/necks/carcasses) the next they have tripe and once a week they have sardines and an egg. I swapped straight over, no messing, just got on with it, their stools are much easier to clear up and there is less of them! I will say though, with my youngest (a whippet) if i feed her too many meals of chicken carcasses in a row she seems to become uncomfortable (too much bone) this doesn't effect my older dog so just… [cont.]
Answered by Indi Whippet - Sat May 29 15:44:34 2010
What are lamb shank bones? and are they good for raw feeding/teeth cleaning?
Q. I am trying to feed my dog raw. I need bones to clean his teeth though. One company sells Raw Lamb Shank Bones and it says they are softer and easy to chew. What are shank? Talisan, dogs are animals, and they eat other animals which have bones, it's normal. It happens all the time in the wild. And if it would make animals extinct to eat bones because it's "dangerous" then God wouldn't have allowed them to eat bones. But He does allow them. So it's ok.
Asked by Gimme A Break - Fri Dec 11 04:40:10 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The shank is the forearm portion of the shoulder. I've never fed raw shanks myself, but I have heard that you should keep an eye on the dog while consuming them and after wards because they are somewhat fatty and can cause loose stools.
Answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs - Fri Dec 11 04:50:05 2009
Q. I am trying to feed my dog raw. I need bones to clean his teeth though. One company sells Raw Lamb Shank Bones and it says they are softer and easy to chew. What are shank? Talisan, dogs are animals, and they eat other animals which have bones, it's normal. It happens all the time in the wild. And if it would make animals extinct to eat bones because it's "dangerous" then God wouldn't have allowed them to eat bones. But He does allow them. So it's ok.
Asked by Gimme A Break - Fri Dec 11 04:40:10 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The shank is the forearm portion of the shoulder. I've never fed raw shanks myself, but I have heard that you should keep an eye on the dog while consuming them and after wards because they are somewhat fatty and can cause loose stools.
Answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs - Fri Dec 11 04:50:05 2009
how should i start feeding my GSD raw meat?
Q. i have read lots of comments and articles about feeding your dog raw meat and the benefits on doing so. i would like to switch, i have been feeding my 1 year old GSD evo dog food mixed with cooked chicken breasts and some rice. My female GSD doesnt like eating dog food itself so i have to mix it. i heard we can feed raw chicken, lamb, beef etc. how should i start, i want my dog to have a long life.
Asked by Gghahaha - Mon Jun 28 22:29:26 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. i have read lots of comments and articles about feeding your dog raw meat and the benefits on doing so. i would like to switch, i have been feeding my 1 year old GSD evo dog food mixed with cooked chicken breasts and some rice. My female GSD doesnt like eating dog food itself so i have to mix it. i heard we can feed raw chicken, lamb, beef etc. how should i start, i want my dog to have a long life.
Asked by Gghahaha - Mon Jun 28 22:29:26 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
Whats some myths you have heard about raw feeding?
Q. i feed my dog raw and have heard some stupid myths such as... "the adaption of eating raw meat has been bred out of the dog" "raw meat makes dogs aggressive" of course any intelligent dog person would know that this is complete BS.so what myths have you heard.
Asked by Nicolas C hates BSL - Sun Jul 12 22:46:37 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Unrepentant has never heard any correct info here, and they put info here, so I guess they are wrong too! :) -Dogs will get worms -They will get vicious -Once they taste blood they will eat any alive thing -Don't ever feed a "pitbull" raw, because they will turn on you even faster -Raw pork & fish cannot be fed -Raw bones will kill your dog by splintering I feed raw too! :) - ETA> Chuckles, you heard that a dog's head will *explode* if fed raw meat? Wow LOL. What a myth!
Answered by Mutt RIP Chuckles - Mon Jul 13 13:57:23 2009
Q. i feed my dog raw and have heard some stupid myths such as... "the adaption of eating raw meat has been bred out of the dog" "raw meat makes dogs aggressive" of course any intelligent dog person would know that this is complete BS.so what myths have you heard.
Asked by Nicolas C hates BSL - Sun Jul 12 22:46:37 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Unrepentant has never heard any correct info here, and they put info here, so I guess they are wrong too! :) -Dogs will get worms -They will get vicious -Once they taste blood they will eat any alive thing -Don't ever feed a "pitbull" raw, because they will turn on you even faster -Raw pork & fish cannot be fed -Raw bones will kill your dog by splintering I feed raw too! :) - ETA> Chuckles, you heard that a dog's head will *explode* if fed raw meat? Wow LOL. What a myth!
Answered by Mutt RIP Chuckles - Mon Jul 13 13:57:23 2009
What other kinds of meat are good for feeding raw?
Q. I don't feed raw all the time just sometimes. My dogs love beef. I gave them some while I was cooking my dinner and I put my dog Dakota's antibiotic pill in some.
Asked by Koter Boters loves duke n koty - Sun Jan 20 20:47:37 2008 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments
A. All poultry (chicken, turkey, duck, pheasant, quail), rabbit, pork, beef, bison, buffalo, lamb, venison, ostrich, elk, llama, sheep, etc. Anything works, really. ETA Umm. I don't know where Blondie is getting her info, but pork is completely fine to feed. In fact, my own dog just ate boneless pork for dinner today. And the whole point of a RAW diet is to feed RAW meat, not CANNED meat.
Answered by Winnie the Corgi - Sun Jan 20 20:58:48 2008
Q. I don't feed raw all the time just sometimes. My dogs love beef. I gave them some while I was cooking my dinner and I put my dog Dakota's antibiotic pill in some.
Asked by Koter Boters loves duke n koty - Sun Jan 20 20:47:37 2008 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments
A. All poultry (chicken, turkey, duck, pheasant, quail), rabbit, pork, beef, bison, buffalo, lamb, venison, ostrich, elk, llama, sheep, etc. Anything works, really. ETA Umm. I don't know where Blondie is getting her info, but pork is completely fine to feed. In fact, my own dog just ate boneless pork for dinner today. And the whole point of a RAW diet is to feed RAW meat, not CANNED meat.
Answered by Winnie the Corgi - Sun Jan 20 20:58:48 2008
How do I go about starting raw feeding my dog?
Q. I don't want to prepare it myself, I will buy the raw diet already prepared. My dog is on Wellness now, do I need to introduce gradually the raw food? Also, this food change is an attempt to fix his gastric sensitivity. How should I wait before getting to the conclusion it is or it's not working. Thanks!
Asked by Jane Marple - Wed Apr 22 13:00:22 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here is a group that I am a member of. It is completely free to join although you have to register. There is a wealth of information on this site. There are many people very experienced in raw feeding and are happy to help you along the way. I now prepare the food myself, but when I bought it, I used www.omaspride.com Here are some others I found on a simple search I started feeding raw for similar reasons. It could take up to 2 weeks to see an improvement (just as with kibble) but I saw a change in his stools within 2 days. It is important to remember that you have to do a complete change, you cannot switch back and forth between kibble and raw. In fact, I suggest getting the kibble out of the house on the day of the switch.… [cont.]
Answered by My BFF is a Pitador! - Wed Apr 22 13:13:10 2009
Q. I don't want to prepare it myself, I will buy the raw diet already prepared. My dog is on Wellness now, do I need to introduce gradually the raw food? Also, this food change is an attempt to fix his gastric sensitivity. How should I wait before getting to the conclusion it is or it's not working. Thanks!
Asked by Jane Marple - Wed Apr 22 13:00:22 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Here is a group that I am a member of. It is completely free to join although you have to register. There is a wealth of information on this site. There are many people very experienced in raw feeding and are happy to help you along the way. I now prepare the food myself, but when I bought it, I used www.omaspride.com Here are some others I found on a simple search I started feeding raw for similar reasons. It could take up to 2 weeks to see an improvement (just as with kibble) but I saw a change in his stools within 2 days. It is important to remember that you have to do a complete change, you cannot switch back and forth between kibble and raw. In fact, I suggest getting the kibble out of the house on the day of the switch.… [cont.]
Answered by My BFF is a Pitador! - Wed Apr 22 13:13:10 2009
Question about raw feeding and puppies?
Q. Is it ok to feed raw bones to puppies who still have their baby teeth? I've never had a puppy before and I was just curious. I will be in the near future, my current dog is dog aggressive so I have to wait for a while.
Asked by Anzie s - Tue Jan 5 17:19:12 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Absolutely! Satchmo was eating chicken quarters at 6 weeks; absolutely loved it, too! Good luck, and I commend you for making an informed decision that will benefit your dog the rest of his life : )
Answered by La vita e misteriosa - Tue Jan 5 17:33:46 2010
Q. Is it ok to feed raw bones to puppies who still have their baby teeth? I've never had a puppy before and I was just curious. I will be in the near future, my current dog is dog aggressive so I have to wait for a while.
Asked by Anzie s - Tue Jan 5 17:19:12 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Absolutely! Satchmo was eating chicken quarters at 6 weeks; absolutely loved it, too! Good luck, and I commend you for making an informed decision that will benefit your dog the rest of his life : )
Answered by La vita e misteriosa - Tue Jan 5 17:33:46 2010
Anyine feeding raw meaty bones to their dogs?
Q. We are supplementing our dog's diet with raw meaty bones and I am wondering when is it best to give her the rmb - morning or later? Also, do any of you feed this only? No kibble? I am reluctant to eliminate the kibble entirely - old habit die hard I guess :-). Any experience or advice is appreiciated.
Asked by jennifahjunipah - Mon Dec 3 09:12:00 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I feed my dogs RAW human grade chicken wings and chicken legs. I will also give them "brisket" from the butcher, but sparingly as it contains some fat. As to morning or night, from my personal experience, it does not really matter. I also feed them cooked liver and cooked kidneys (only 500 grams at a time, twice a week). Sardines are also a good source of vitamins as is a RAW egg yoke once every two days. I also feed high grade kibble once per week though I really do not know why (as you say, old habits die hard :) ) Variety and a balanced diet is the key to a healthy dog. You can achieve this without commercial dog food, BUT it does require some research and dedication on your part. As with any change in diet, watch your dog… [cont.]
Answered by unknown - Mon Dec 3 09:28:36 2007
Q. We are supplementing our dog's diet with raw meaty bones and I am wondering when is it best to give her the rmb - morning or later? Also, do any of you feed this only? No kibble? I am reluctant to eliminate the kibble entirely - old habit die hard I guess :-). Any experience or advice is appreiciated.
Asked by jennifahjunipah - Mon Dec 3 09:12:00 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I feed my dogs RAW human grade chicken wings and chicken legs. I will also give them "brisket" from the butcher, but sparingly as it contains some fat. As to morning or night, from my personal experience, it does not really matter. I also feed them cooked liver and cooked kidneys (only 500 grams at a time, twice a week). Sardines are also a good source of vitamins as is a RAW egg yoke once every two days. I also feed high grade kibble once per week though I really do not know why (as you say, old habits die hard :) ) Variety and a balanced diet is the key to a healthy dog. You can achieve this without commercial dog food, BUT it does require some research and dedication on your part. As with any change in diet, watch your dog… [cont.]
Answered by unknown - Mon Dec 3 09:28:36 2007
How to start feeding my 7 weeks old Shih Tzu on Raw Foods?
Q. It is true that after feeding on raw foods, it can cure skin allergy and other skin problems?
Asked by Wenn Koh G - Thu Dec 11 03:53:09 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yay! for your little Shih Tzu! As other have mentioned, raw doesn't "cure" anything but it does make it less likely for some things to be a problem for your pup. You have a small dog, so expense is not going to be great no matter how you do this. I would start with one of the ground commercial products. My first choice (if you can find it) would be something that is either ground whole animals or just ground meat, bones and organs. Worry about any "extras" (supplements, veggies/fruits, whatever) later. I would start with one protein source for a couple of days (say, chicken), then add another new one every couple of days... your puppy is not old enough that introducing new foods should be a big deal... if he seems to have the runs or not… [cont.]
Answered by Dogzzz - Thu Dec 11 05:41:14 2008
Q. It is true that after feeding on raw foods, it can cure skin allergy and other skin problems?
Asked by Wenn Koh G - Thu Dec 11 03:53:09 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yay! for your little Shih Tzu! As other have mentioned, raw doesn't "cure" anything but it does make it less likely for some things to be a problem for your pup. You have a small dog, so expense is not going to be great no matter how you do this. I would start with one of the ground commercial products. My first choice (if you can find it) would be something that is either ground whole animals or just ground meat, bones and organs. Worry about any "extras" (supplements, veggies/fruits, whatever) later. I would start with one protein source for a couple of days (say, chicken), then add another new one every couple of days... your puppy is not old enough that introducing new foods should be a big deal... if he seems to have the runs or not… [cont.]
Answered by Dogzzz - Thu Dec 11 05:41:14 2008
Who can provide actual scientific evidence that feeding kibble is better than feeding raw meat?
Q. I want to know if any of the "experts" can find actual scientific evidence from studies which proves that feeding kibble is better for dogs than feeding a raw diet? I'm asking for actual research studies with the information from reputable universities, etc. I don't want any hearsay. I want real, documented facts. I just read the answers to a question from an obviously hysterical female, and I'm starting to think the "so-called" experts don't do any actual research before answering any of these questions. So, here are a few for you "experts" to research: How frequently should you vaccinate your dog? Is Heartgard 100% effective? What are rendering plants? Where do the rendered parts go? Just curious.
Asked by Jocelyn7777 - Thu Jun 21 12:10:41 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi Jocelyn, I feed my dog raw and have done for 13 years now. I will be *very* interested in any documented facts that find kibble better than a raw diet!! My answer to your questions...in order. <> Never is safest, in my very honest opinion. The risk of disease is less than the rist of damage done from vaccines, especially multiple vaccines. << Is Heartgard 100% effective? >> No. << What are rendering plants? Where do the rendered parts go? >> Rendering plants boil down the remains of diseased, dead animals, roadkill, and the remains of dogs and cats, amongst other rubbish. It is all boiled up together and sold to the kibble manufacturers who… [cont.]
Answered by nellana - Thu Jun 21 12:29:27 2007
Q. I want to know if any of the "experts" can find actual scientific evidence from studies which proves that feeding kibble is better for dogs than feeding a raw diet? I'm asking for actual research studies with the information from reputable universities, etc. I don't want any hearsay. I want real, documented facts. I just read the answers to a question from an obviously hysterical female, and I'm starting to think the "so-called" experts don't do any actual research before answering any of these questions. So, here are a few for you "experts" to research: How frequently should you vaccinate your dog? Is Heartgard 100% effective? What are rendering plants? Where do the rendered parts go? Just curious.
Asked by Jocelyn7777 - Thu Jun 21 12:10:41 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi Jocelyn, I feed my dog raw and have done for 13 years now. I will be *very* interested in any documented facts that find kibble better than a raw diet!!
Answered by nellana - Thu Jun 21 12:29:27 2007
Is feeding raw a chicken wing with skin fattening for my one year old indoor male cat?
Q. My cat eats four times aday. 30g ofdry kibbles then 20g in the afternoon followed by half of a wet pouch then some few strands of cooked chicken and 10g of dry kibbles. If i were to feed him a raw chicken wing, would he be full if i reduce his dry kibbles and also do you feed raw with the skin? thanks
Asked by lisa lisa8 - Mon Sep 7 14:32:57 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Raw food and raw bone is perfectly safe for cats to eat. Cooked bone can cut and splinter their throats and/or insides. Cooked meat of any kind doesn't have the nutrients that raw meat does since the nutrients have been cooked/boiled out. Cats in the wild do not cook their prey and I have yet to see a case where a wild cat choked or was splintered with their prey's bones. Your cat may not take to the whole chicken wing immediately since it's probably not use to eat and won't know that it is food. Cut up the wing and mix it with the wet food a bit at a time until you can feed your cat the wing without any other food mixed in it. After the cat gets used to eating raw chicken by itself, then make the pieces larger until the cat eats the… [cont.]
Answered by lgdubya - Mon Sep 7 18:04:16 2009
Q. My cat eats four times aday. 30g ofdry kibbles then 20g in the afternoon followed by half of a wet pouch then some few strands of cooked chicken and 10g of dry kibbles. If i were to feed him a raw chicken wing, would he be full if i reduce his dry kibbles and also do you feed raw with the skin? thanks
Asked by lisa lisa8 - Mon Sep 7 14:32:57 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Raw food and raw bone is perfectly safe for cats to eat. Cooked bone can cut and splinter their throats and/or insides. Cooked meat of any kind doesn't have the nutrients that raw meat does since the nutrients have been cooked/boiled out. Cats in the wild do not cook their prey and I have yet to see a case where a wild cat choked or was splintered with their prey's bones. Your cat may not take to the whole chicken wing immediately since it's probably not use to eat and won't know that it is food. Cut up the wing and mix it with the wet food a bit at a time until you can feed your cat the wing without any other food mixed in it. After the cat gets used to eating raw chicken by itself, then make the pieces larger until the cat eats the… [cont.]
Answered by lgdubya - Mon Sep 7 18:04:16 2009
What are peoples thoughts on Raw feeding?
Q. With dogs, feeding them whole lamb ribs, chicken carcasses , etc. Have you ever done it? Does it help your dog health-wise? thinking of feeding my otterhound puppy on a BARF diet.
Asked by Daizee - Wed Apr 21 14:43:05 2010 - - 20 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Since converting back to a natural raw prey model diet 15 years ago, raising a litter entirely on rear 11 years ago and feeding Toys and Border Collies raw, I would never look back. # Each to their own and despite the rabid people who criticise raw feeding, I NEVER try and force my ideas down anyone's throat. I just answer when people ask about feeding, especially if they are interested in raw feeding (as nature intended). You can join some raw feeding lists, there a re a few on Yahoo, some UK specific. Hope the links are helpful. Happy hunting.
Answered by Jayse Oe Think before you breed - Wed Apr 21 15:55:56 2010
Q. With dogs, feeding them whole lamb ribs, chicken carcasses , etc. Have you ever done it? Does it help your dog health-wise? thinking of feeding my otterhound puppy on a BARF diet.
Asked by Daizee - Wed Apr 21 14:43:05 2010 - - 20 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Since converting back to a natural raw prey model diet 15 years ago, raising a litter entirely on rear 11 years ago and feeding Toys and Border Collies raw, I would never look back. # Each to their own and despite the rabid people who criticise raw feeding, I NEVER try and force my ideas down anyone's throat. I just answer when people ask about feeding, especially if they are interested in raw feeding (as nature intended). You can join some raw feeding lists, there a re a few on Yahoo, some UK specific. Hope the links are helpful. Happy hunting.
Answered by Jayse Oe Think before you breed - Wed Apr 21 15:55:56 2010
What are the pros and cons of raw feeding for dogs?
Q. He's a labrador just about to turn 1. My local pet shop packages up raw minced meat and claims its the best for them.
Asked by Helena - Sat Mar 6 13:48:30 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. cons, freezer space and ordering supplies (or forgetting to!) Pros, if you run out you can always buy it at the local shop, smaller, firmer, less smelly stools to pick up, less gas, better coat condition, far better dental hygeine, no 'hyper turns', can cost less than some kibbles, dog loses the 'doggy odour', its great to see them enjoy their meals rather than just eating from hunger. Probably many more!! add; I dont find it time consuming, either empty a bag of ground meat into their bowl that has been defrosted. (you should be washing the bowl after a feed anyway) or a raw meaty bone straight from the freezer in the yard/garden, or if indoors, well the floor needs mopped at night anyway in my house! ADD; actually a Raw… [cont.]
Answered by hey you! - Sat Mar 6 14:00:20 2010
Q. He's a labrador just about to turn 1. My local pet shop packages up raw minced meat and claims its the best for them.
Asked by Helena - Sat Mar 6 13:48:30 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. cons, freezer space and ordering supplies (or forgetting to!) Pros, if you run out you can always buy it at the local shop, smaller, firmer, less smelly stools to pick up, less gas, better coat condition, far better dental hygeine, no 'hyper turns', can cost less than some kibbles, dog loses the 'doggy odour', its great to see them enjoy their meals rather than just eating from hunger. Probably many more!! add; I dont find it time consuming, either empty a bag of ground meat into their bowl that has been defrosted. (you should be washing the bowl after a feed anyway) or a raw meaty bone straight from the freezer in the yard/garden, or if indoors, well the floor needs mopped at night anyway in my house! ADD; actually a Raw… [cont.]
Answered by hey you! - Sat Mar 6 14:00:20 2010
How should I go about raw feeding an 8 week old puppy?
Q. I'm getting an 8 week old puppy in a couple of weeks, he will be staying with me until he is 18 weeks old before going to live with a friends family of mine. He is going to be a Jack Russell Terrier but I'm just not sure how to do it for a dog so young, any links?? I can do it for a dog older but just unsure about such young dogs, thanks! Why should I "forget it"? I'm sure it's been done I just can't find information on there and I want experience from people as well. He is staying with me that late because the father of my friend wants him to be neutered whilst the mother doesn't, well that's one reason. Also they don't have the time at the moment to train a dog, or socialize it so they are getting me to do it. Another reason is that I… [cont.]
Asked by unknown - Fri Jan 23 09:33:32 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. (also has several books listed that would be good sources) You can also find several yahoo groups about raw feeding, finding suppliers, and even local groups that allow you to split orders so you can buy in bulk. As I said earlier, I would also consult with any raw-fed breeders you can find. Look online if you can't find any in your area.
Answered by akitagrl07 - Fri Jan 23 10:08:25 2009
Q. I'm getting an 8 week old puppy in a couple of weeks, he will be staying with me until he is 18 weeks old before going to live with a friends family of mine. He is going to be a Jack Russell Terrier but I'm just not sure how to do it for a dog so young, any links?? I can do it for a dog older but just unsure about such young dogs, thanks! Why should I "forget it"? I'm sure it's been done I just can't find information on there and I want experience from people as well. He is staying with me that late because the father of my friend wants him to be neutered whilst the mother doesn't, well that's one reason. Also they don't have the time at the moment to train a dog, or socialize it so they are getting me to do it. Another reason is that I… [cont.]
Asked by unknown - Fri Jan 23 09:33:32 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. (also has several books listed that would be good sources) You can also find several yahoo groups about raw feeding, finding suppliers, and even local groups that allow you to split orders so you can buy in bulk. As I said earlier, I would also consult with any raw-fed breeders you can find. Look online if you can't find any in your area.
Answered by akitagrl07 - Fri Jan 23 10:08:25 2009
has any one tried feeding raw food to their dogs?
Q. I have two bichon frises and i have been doing research into feeding raw meat. Has any one tried? what do you think
Asked by Niki S - Sat Jan 5 19:47:09 2008 - - 19 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have a four year old Bichon Frise and a one year old Shih Tzu and I would NOT feed them raw(only my opinion) I feed them an all natural homemad diet it consists of a boiled meat: chicken, beef, buffalo, lamb, veal, turkey a grain: either white or brown rice my vet said brown is healthier different veggies: peas, carrots, s. potatoes, broccoli, squash, turnips, cauliflower and sometimes potatoes but not very often because they are starchy and either yogurt or fat free cottage cheese and a fruit like apples or cranberries, they LOVE it. Our vet said it is very healthy and more people should feed a homemade diet but they don't have the time. Either way remember to ALWAYS check with your vet BEFORE changing your dogs diet and you can also… [cont.]
Answered by BichonFrise - Sat Jan 5 19:57:44 2008
Q. I have two bichon frises and i have been doing research into feeding raw meat. Has any one tried? what do you think
Asked by Niki S - Sat Jan 5 19:47:09 2008 - - 19 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have a four year old Bichon Frise and a one year old Shih Tzu and I would NOT feed them raw(only my opinion) I feed them an all natural homemad diet it consists of a boiled meat: chicken, beef, buffalo, lamb, veal, turkey a grain: either white or brown rice my vet said brown is healthier different veggies: peas, carrots, s. potatoes, broccoli, squash, turnips, cauliflower and sometimes potatoes but not very often because they are starchy and either yogurt or fat free cottage cheese and a fruit like apples or cranberries, they LOVE it. Our vet said it is very healthy and more people should feed a homemade diet but they don't have the time. Either way remember to ALWAYS check with your vet BEFORE changing your dogs diet and you can also… [cont.]
Answered by BichonFrise - Sat Jan 5 19:57:44 2008
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