Benefits of Raw Feeding for Dogs

BENEFITS OF RAW FEEDING

Kimberly Gauthier - Keep the Tail Wagging

WHAT IS RAW FEEDING?

Raw feeding is a species appropriate diet for dogs in which their humans attempt to

replicate the diet of the Grey Wolf (our dogs’ ancestor).

A raw food diet includes raw muscle meat, bones, and organ meat. I follow the BARF model of raw feeding, which incorporate

vegetables, fruits, and supplements.

The following are benefits of raw feeding.

FEWER VET BILLS

Vet bills are reduced, because many health issues are addressed with a species

appropriate diet.

CLEAN TEETH & HEALTHY GUMS

Raw meaty bones keep dogs’ teeth clean by scrubbing and flossing their teeth

while massaging their gums.

BETTER DIGESTIVE HEALTH

Dry food can be difficult for dogs to digest. Feeding a species appropriate diet of

raw meat, organ meat, bones, fruits, and vegetables improves the digestive and

immune systems.

FRESH BREATH

Clean teeth and an improved digestive system leads to

fresh breath.

IT’S A WORKOUT

The act of tearing muscle meat and eating raw meaty bones

provides a workout for a dog’s jaw, neck, and shoulders.

It’s also a mental workout that satisfies a dog’s chew drive.

BETTER OVERALL HEALTH

A raw food diet can help with joint issues, allergies, skin conditions, lack of energy, weight issues, and more.

Dogs on a raw food diet may also experience better behavior

and less anxiety.

SMALLER, LESS SMELLY STOOL

When a dog’s system is utilizing all of the nutrients consumed, there is naturally

less waste.

And the waste (stool) that occurs degrades quickly into

the soil.

MORE INTEREST IN FOOD

Dogs that may be picky eaters when on a dry food

diet become excited for meal time when on a raw food

diet.

KNOW WHAT YOUR DOG EATS

Raw feeding provides dog owners with the confidence

of knowing exactly what goes into their dog’s diet.

IT’S INEXPENSIVE

With fewer vet visits and the growing number of raw food

co-ops, brands, and other sources, raw feeding is a

less expensive way to feed our dogs.

A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

Although raw feeding isn’t new, the raw feeding community is now growing rapidly thanks social

media,which has allowed raw feeders to connect, support each other.

Thanks to social media, we can easily connect with holistic veterinarians,

dog nutritionists, and raw food brands.

TOP 4 PACIFIC NORTHWEST RAW

BRANDSDarwin’s Natural Pet Products

Northwest Naturals

Porter’s Pride

Seattle’s Natural Pet Pantry

TOP 4 RAW BRANDS THAT DELIVER

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products

Raw Paws Pet Food

Raw Feeding Miami**I haven’t ordered from RFM; I have friends who recommend this

company.

TOP 9 US FROZEN RAW BRANDS

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products

Raw Paws Pet Food

Steve’s Real Food

Vital Essentials

Northwest Naturals

Stella & Chewy’s

Primal Pet Food

Bravo!

K9 Naturals

Answers Pet Food

TOP 5 US FROZEN FREEZE-DRIED

BRANDSVital Essentials

Steve’s Real Food

Stella & Chewy’s

Primal Pet Food

Bravo!

K9 Naturals

NRG

NOT READY FOR RAW?TOP 5 DRY DOG FOODS

BRANDS

PetKind Tripe Dry

Open Farm

Carna4

ZiwiPeak

Zignature

KIMBERLY GAUTHIER

Dog Nutrition Blogger

Keep the Tail Waggingkeepthetailwagging.com

I am not a veterinarian or a dog nutritionist. Lists of brands are based on my experience feeding our four dogs raw for more than

two years.If you’re interested in learning more about my experience as a raw feeder, check out my book Raw Feeding from A to Z available on Amazon.com or visit me at Keep the Tail Wagging.