Feeding raw

Feed approximately 2-3% of your dog's weight daily and split this between two meals. For example, a 50 pound dog would need ½ to ¾ of a pound raw dog food per meal. Very active or working dogs may need more and less active "couch-potato" dogs may need less. To calculate the appropriate amount of food to feed your dog, take your dog's weight in pounds and multiply by:

• .02 (inactive/need to lose weight)
• .025 (normal activity/maintain current weight)
• .03 (for very active pets, or to gain weight)

If you're feeding commercial raw dog food, choose a format that best suits your dog's needs. For example, medium to large dog parents prefer patties and chubs because of the larger size, whereas small dog parents often prefer medallions or smaller patties.

Feed at least 5% of body weight daily (about ¼ lb per 10 pounds of body weight). This can be split into at least 2 and preferably 3 meals per day..

Feed approximately 2-3% of your cat's weight daily, and split this between two meals. A 10 pound cat would receive 1.5 to 2.5 ounces per meal. Again, this will depend on the individual cat's activity level and metabolism. To calculate the appropriate amount of food to feed your cat, take your cat's weight in pounds and multiply by:

• .02 (inactive/need to lose weight)
• .025 (normal activity/maintain current weight)
• .03 (for very active pets, or to gain weight)

Then, take the total (the amount of food to feed in pounds) and multiply by 16 to get the correct number of ounces to feed each day. Be sure to split the number in half if you are feeding twice a day.

Many cat parents prefer small patties or medallions when feeding their cats.

Feed at least 5% of body weight daily (about ¼ lb per 10 lbs. of body weight). This can be split into at least 2 and preferably 3 meals per day.

The raw diet is gaining in popularity for good reason. Commercial foods are made with many foods your dog wouldn’t naturally eat in the wild. They are highly processed, and have preservatives to extend the shelf life of the food. 

When you feed your dog raw chicken, they are eating as nature intended. This is what they were designed to consume. There are no worries about preservatives or losing nutrients through processing. 

It also lowers your dog’s risk of obesity. If you are concerned about food allergies, a raw diet makes management easier. You know exactly what your pooch is eating. 

Other benefits of a raw diet include a healthier coat, a lower risk of skin conditions, higher energy levels, and smaller poop piles. 

Although most people think of frozen formulas when they think of raw food for pets, there are less expensive and more convenient alternatives available in the form of dehydrated and freeze-dried formulas. These formulas are made from raw meat, vegetables, and fruits and have the water removed from them through either dehydration or freeze-drying, so that all you need to do is add water before feeding your pet. These offer the nutritional benefits of raw food, but are easier to handle and prepare and also tend to be less expensive. Freeze-dried formulas are very light weight, and so are great for travelling, but tend to me more expensive than dehydrated, so they are used mostly for cats and small dogs. Dehydrated food is more expensive than dry kibble, but not by a lot (around a dollar per day for a 40-pound dog), and it is much healthier than dry kibble.

1. Natural Health Boost: Fresh food rich in animal protein, fat, and essential nutrients helps to maintain your pets health as naturally as possible.

2. No Artificial Additives: Choosing freshly cut meats over commercially manufactured dry foods eliminates concerns about artificial flavorings or additives.

3. Dental Health: Feeding edible bones helps prevent tartar buildup on pets teeth and adds essential calcium to their diet.

4. Improved Coat Condition: Many pet owners observe enhanced coat conditions, characterized by increased shine and softness, along with a reduction in stool volume.

5. Enrichment: Raw feeding diets that incorporate whole prey fulfill your pets’ natural hunting instincts, providing mental and physical enrichment.