The American Veterinary Medical Association opposes the unregulated feeding of raw foods and discourages “the feeding to cats and dogs of any animal-source protein that has not first been subjected to a process to eliminate pathogens, because of the risk of illness to cats and dogs, as well as humans.” 24 нояб. 2020 г.
Is a raw diet better than a cooked diet for dogs?
A fresh cooked food diet typically consists of human-grade meat (that has been gently cooked), fresh fruits and vegetables. This type of diet is much healthier for your dog and lowers their risk of being malnourished or exposed to food pathogens like with raw diets.
Can dogs eat raw food everyday?
A raw food diet is just what it sounds like — you feed your dog only raw products like uncooked meat, bones, and certain vegetables. Proponents of the raw food diet say it has important health benefits for dogs, but the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) discourages giving dogs raw animal products.
What are the risks of a raw diet for dogs?
As Dr. Reimschuessel explained, the study “identified a potential health risk for the pets eating the raw food, and for the owners handling the product.” Owners who feed their pet a raw diet may have a higher risk of getting infected with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes.
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