Should I feed my pet raw food? Are there better, safer options?

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Hi, why you dont recommend for all pet owners to feed their cats and dogs raw food?. Since dry food and canned food are not healthy at all, containing carbs and starch, which leads to cancer. Today i made a research about Gluconeogenesis, which is the best option to switch to raw food. Respectfuly! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 30 lbs

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Thank you for you post on Petcoach. I do agree that some canned and dry pet foods can have less then desirable ingredients. Therefore I only recommend those which have been tested. There are only three pet food brands which are fully approved by veterinarians. These are Hill's science diet, royal canin and purina pro plan. Only these three Have undergone detailed research to ensure they provide an adequate and nutritious diet for pets. This research is approved by veterinarians. Any other food brands may not be as regulated or researched as thoroughly. For this reason I would only advise feeding one of those three. In regards to raw food diets, there are undeniably benefits to this type of fresh, less processed food. The issue can be obtaining, and preparing quality enough meat to prevent infections from food borne pathogens. An alternative to consider to raw food diets are home prepared diets. This is what I serve to my own pets, and what I recommend to clients who have the desire to have more control over what their pets eat. Here are some links to how to start home cooking your pet's food. https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-create-a-balanced-homemade-diet-for-your-pet/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-make-tasty-homemade-treats-for-your-dog/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/fresh-diets-the-nutrient-rich-alternative-for-your-dog-or-cat/ Here is a link to raw food diet ; https://www.petcoach.co/article/understanding-the-benefits-of-raw-and-fresh-nutrition/ Are is a link to understanding pet food and how it has changed over time. https://www.petcoach.co/article/the-history-of-pet-food/

Should I feed my pet raw food? Are there better, safer options?

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