Raw Dog Food: Dietary Concerns, Benefits, and Risks
Raw dog food diets are controversial. But the popularity of the diets -- which emphasize raw meat, bones, fruits, and vegetables -- is rising.
Potential benefits of the raw dog food diet that supporters love include:
- Shinier coats
- Healthier skin
- Cleaner teeth
- Higher energy levels
- Smaller stools
Raw dog food diet: What it is
A raw dog food diet typically consists of:
- Muscle meat
- Bones, either whole or ground (we prefer ground for easy digestion)
- Organ meats such as livers, heart and kidneys
- Raw eggs
- Vegetables like Broccoli, Cauliflower and Carrots
- Blueberries and other fruits