Who wouldn’t want to have a dog in their life? They make really great companions. But most dog owners don’t give very much though on what to feed their dogs, usually turning to commercial dog food to feed their pets. There are of course advantages to commercial dog food, one being convenience, however, if you have a dog living with you, why not look into a raw food diet for dogs?
A raw food diet does offer some advantages. It contains concentrated nutrition whereas dog food in a can contains a lot of fillers such as grains. It also contain a lot of water. These ingredients are what you are paying for in a can of commercial dog food.
There is ongoing debate about the nuritional value of gains in a canine diet and some say a dog’s digestion cannot properly process grains. Wherever the truth lies, there is no doubt that grains are added to commercial dog food to boost the manufacturers’ profits rather than the nutritional value!
Commercial dog food is cooked and therefore some of the nutritional content of the food is lost. Although commercial dog food comes with supplements, the nutritional quality is considered inferior to the natural vitamins and minerals contained in raw food.
The numbers of owners opting for a raw food regime for their dogs are growing. Some prefer to give their dogs a mixture of raw and commercial food. As we become more conscious about what we ourselves eat, we naturally want the same optimal nutrition for our pets. As a dog owner you may have also questioned the quality of the meat that goes into commercial dog food. Most times it is added because it is inferior and not fit for human consumption.
It’s natural to have some questions before starting your dog on a raw food diet. Just what do I feed and how much of it shall I give him? Are there any foods that I should avoid? And the biggest question; How can I fit all this into my already busy day?
The good news is a raw food diet is easy to implement. Simply buy more meat and vegetables at the supermarket instead of canned dog food. That’s it! Your dog will know what he does and doesn’t enjoy eating and will regulate the amount.
Yes, it will take a bit of getting used to, but once you start you’ll get the feel of it in no time and soon it will become second nature. You may also find you’re saving money at the same time by not having to buy heavy cans of dog food and probably extra supplements as well.
When it comes to a raw food diet for dogs, I’m pretty sure your dog will end up thanking you for it. This type of diet will also help to keep your dog healthier and the coat shinier. If you’re still unconvinced, just start gradually adding raw food to your dog’s diet. I’m sure, as you start to see the the advantages you’ll become a convert too.
