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Can I mix dry dog food with homemade dog food?

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Yes, you can mix raw dog food with kibble. It will unlikely lead to digestion problems for your dog as long as nutritional needs are met. It's also important there are no pathogens in the raw food, so careful preparation must be carried out to ensure it's safe for the dog to consume.


Can you mix homemade dog food with dry food?

If you mix homemade food together with dog food, the homemade food will be stalled by the slow digestion of balanced feed, causing improper fermentation in the stomach which will cause gases and increase the risk of suffering stomach torsion.

Can I mix kibble with fresh food?

Yes, you can feed both kibble and raw. We know that this is a controversial topic for many people, as generally speaking kibble and raw digest differently. For this reason, many people suggest avoiding feeding both at the same time, and would suggest separating the meals.

Can I feed my dog fresh food and kibble?

It is possible to feed a 50 / 50 ratio of both raw and kibble in the same meal; however, the ratio needed may vary depending on your pets body condition or body score (a score similar to a BMI in humans). This body score roughly dictates how many calories your pet should be consuming each day.

How much should I feed my dog with homemade food?

Knowing how much of a home-cooked meal to feed your dog can be difficult for those just starting on the pet food journey. The rule of thumb is about 2 to 3 percent of body weight for adult dogs and cats. That translates to about 16 ounces of food for a 50-pound dog, or 4 ounces of food for a 10-pound cat.

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