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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.
