Friday, April 5, 2013

Your Pet's Best Health is A Raw Dog Food Diet Away

By Geraldine Dimarco


Do you remember what our nutritionist always says? The closer to the natural state the food we eat is - the better it is for our health. The same is true for canines. If you think about it, animals have lived off organic substances in the wild for thousands of years and survived, why should right now be any different? Feed your pet delicious raw dog food and get him in his healthiest and best shape yet.

Raw dog food is quite simple to prepare. Turkey or chicken necks, backs and legs supply the needed calcium and crunch in the dogs diet. Make sure that you include the skin to put in fat which is valuable to a dog's nutrient requirements. You can also serve small blocks of raw meat and mix it in with fresh vegetables like carrots. Chop into small pieces the bones and the other elements to ensure the animal doesn't choke on his food.

As you are planning Fido's meals, always remember to add whole grains and fruits in your dog supplies. Fruits especially give the needed antioxidants that will help protect your pet from certain diseases. You can season the meals with special herbs and spices to make it more interesting. Garlic is a good ingredient to put in but mind how much of it you add - too much garlic may be bad and result in unfortunate digestive problems for the pet.

When you walk your dog there are times he will eat the grass that cover the park or your neighbors lawn. Unless it is illegal, do not stop him from doing so. Grass will help cleansing his colon. Moreover, it will aid in the proper absorption of undigested bones and meat left in the dog's system.

A benefit of serving your pet a raw and natural diet is a set of beautiful white teeth and fresh breath on the dog - as fresh as a canines breath can be at least. It is because of the enzymes contained in organic food. There is also less toxins in natural food which is the usual culprit in bad breath on dogs when bits of food get stuck in between the animals teeth.

Another good reason to switch to this all raw diet is the decrease in the quantity of poop the dog makes; and the smell of it is not as bad as it used to be. You can determine through the appearance of the stool, how to improve the diet of the canines. If the stool looks too soft, you need to put in more bones to the meals. On the other hand, if the stool is too hard, raise the amount of vegetables you serve in his meals.

The best thing perhaps in serving this kind of diet is that you do not really need a lot of dog supplies - but the gain you get are significant. Allergies and wounds are mended faster; coats take on a glossy sheen; they have boosted energy levels - really, aside from regular check-ups, you will not be seeing your vet a lot anymore. Make the transition from processed food to natural food gradual but begin as soon as possible - it may be the best thing you will ever do for your pet.




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