Naturally Healthy Pets

Do I need to supplement a raw diet?
Nutritionists still recommend supplementing any diet because the quality of food is no longer what it used to be years ago. Our land is not as fertile as it used to be. Over-farming the land has taken vital nutrients from the soil. Also, the weather elements (wind, severe rains, flooding, etc.) have taken their toll as well. As a result, today’s food supply is less nutritious. Therefore, supplementation with a good vitamin/mineral mix is recommended. Digestive enzymes and probiotics are also recommended for the first couple of weeks while your pet is becoming accustomed to his/her new raw diet.

Is it safe to feed raw to my pet?
It is very safe to feed a properly prepared diet to your pet. During their pre-domesticated years, carnivores in the wild ate the flesh of prey animals infected with parasites and viruses. They lived and prospered on a RAW diet. A raw diet provides enzymes necessary for complete, proper digestion and absorption to occur.

What about bones? My veterinarian has always told me not to feed bones to my pet.
It is fine to feed raw bones to carnivores. Raw bones provide a perfect ratio of Calcium to Phosphorus, as well as trace minerals. Supervision is always in order when your pet is enjoying a good chew on his/her bone. COOKED bones should NEVER be fed. Cooked bones can splinter and can be very dangerous to any animal.

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