Less Poop – Everyone can appreciate this benefit! Raw meat, bones and pureed veggies and fruit are digested more completely than cooked grains and meat. This means less waste! Raw fed pets have very small poops that are chalky in texture, when left out in the sun for a couple of days they generally turn to dust. This is a much welcome benefit considering the large globs of extremely offensive smelling feces produced from pets fed kibble.
Shinier coat – A natural, raw diet produces a beautiful, shiny coat. This is due to the extremely high nutrient value and all of the undamaged essential fatty acids. You will also notice less “pet odour” and a less greasy feel to the touch. Animals will often detox through their skin and that is why so many pets have a greasy smelly coat.
No More Allergies – Many pets have allergies, it is usually shown in their skin and coat (or lack of coat.) Most pet foods are filled with grains, fillers, dyes, and preservatives. It is common knowledge these days that the ingredients in most pet foods are appualing. Pet allergies are usually caused by feeding an inappropriate diet of grains and rice. Some pets may also be allergic to different kinds of proteins as well. It is interesting to note that it is possible to be allergic to something in cooked form and not in the raw form. Allergies can also be environmental; pets with heightened immune systems are susceptible to the affects of environmental allergies. This leads back to the problems associated with periodontal disease. Many poor animals suffer with extreme itch caused by allergies all of their lives, their owners are usually at a loss to help them. Many pets are treated with antibiotics and steroids, the cause is rarely considered and the answer is often as simple as switching to a biologically appropriate diet.
Less chance of Arthritis and Bone disease – The crippling affects of arthritis and bone disease is astonishingly common. Some of these affects are genetic, however they are also largely due to diet. Kibble diets can lead to increased inflammation and hence worse arthritis symptoms. Studies on people are now finding a link between diet and the affects it has on arthritis and inflammation. They are finding that certain foods high in essential fatty acids and omega fatty acids decrease inflammation and ease suffering. Raw diets are full of these nutritional benefits. Bone disease begins with puppies and kittens. Before an animal is fully grown their bones are soft and vulnerable to excessive force and incorrect nutrition. When puppies are grown too fast, they will begin to experience structural problems. Kibble is often too high in calories and minerals causing rapid growth spurts and uneven growth, which can cause things like hip and elbow dysplasia. Puppies fed a raw biologically appropriate diet tend to grow more slowly and steadily without painful growth spurts and uneven bone growth.
Low Impact Exercise – Chewing on raw meaty bones also provides great exercise for the jaw, neck, forearms and shoulders. This kind of exercise is especially beneficial for growing puppies. Chewing is also very relaxing for dogs, it can be compared to meditation or a “runner’s high.” This is a great stress reliever for dogs and you will often find that after eating a raw meaty bone that takes a bit of work your pup will be pooped.
Less trips to the Vet – This is probably the most notable benefit. The health benefits of a raw, natural diet are too numerous to list here. Preventative medicine is a common phrase these days; nutrition is the cornerstone to health and vitality for every species. Click here to read an excellent article about evolutionary nutrition for dogs.
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