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.
Should pets eat raw meat?
Simply putting a chunk of raw meat in your dog's food dish will not provide the nutrition needed to keep your four-legged friend healthy. Veterinarians say that raw meat should be supplemented with additives that provide important minerals and vitamins.
Can I feed my dog raw food everyday?
If you are wondering how often you should feed your dog, we recommend 2-4 times per day for puppies and 1-2 times per day for adult dogs. Again, this will depend on if your dog has any specific requirements set out by your vet.
Why you shouldn't feed your dog raw food?
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.
Is it better to feed dogs raw or cooked?
Definitely choose a raw or gently cooked food option for your dog before dry food. There's no research that proves whether raw or cooked meat is more digestible for dogs, but there is research showing that animals digest whole food diets better than kibble or other highly processed canned foods.
