Want to switch your dog to a raw diet and aren't sure? We break down the benefits and challenges of feeding raw food to dogs.
Whether you're a new puppy-parent or have been one for a while, there's no doubt that switching to a raw diet will benefit your pup at any age.
You'll find a happy, healthy, tail-wagging puppy with a trimmer body and shiny coat, frolicking in the garden, and more energetic than you've ever seen before. That's the miracle of dog food.
Frustratingly, however, feeding advice is often confusing and conflicting, which can make weighing your options a minefield. Those interested in switching to raw food in their dog's diet should go in with the necessary information and confidence from the outset, or your canine friend could face serious consequences. For that reason, here is a detailed guide highlighting the most important tips for transitioning your puppy to raw food. Let's jump straight in!
What is Raw Dog Food?
Raw food consumption is believed to be closely related to the evolutionary diet of wolves; It consists of uncooked muscle meat, bones and organs, and natural ingredients that wolves scavenge in the forest.
Racing and sled dogs have been eating this way for years, but it's relatively new for a family pet and it can be hard to decide if it's right for them. Regardless, modern dogs have different life spices.