The raw diet is becoming increasingly popular among canine pet owners.
For those of you who don't know, this diet is just as it sounds - feeding your dog the diet of raw meat, the diet dogs were meant to have.
Why is this such a stumbling block for us humans? We cook our food.
We eat food that comes out of bags, boxes and cans so of course the same is OK for our canine companions, right? Well, your dog may be your best friend but the interior make up of this animal is not the same as us.
He is meant to eat food caught live, raw.
Have you ever seen a pack of wild dogs roasting quail over a fire? Food for thought.
Also, grains are a major component in most commercial dog foods.
And dogs do not have the digestive system to cope with grains.
This has been a major contribution to allergies in dogs.
People who switch their dogs to raw foods have seen in their animals increased energy, decrease in odour, longer life span, reduction in allergies and arthritis, and a lower vet bill! There are many options vying for your attention, the pet food market is huge and advertising dollars are high.
Use the power of the internet to research and find out what is really best for your pet and how to do the right thing.
There are many good resources on raw dog foods out there to get you started.
I hope this has piqued your interest and gets you motivated to discover the best and most natural options for your dog.