A canine nutritionist on what the teeth say, what the interstitium research changed, and what happened to her dogs’ kidney and liver values on cooked food.
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Are You Feeding Too Much Liver?
I don’t recall that we intentionally fed liver to the dogs—but I have vivid memories of my parents trying to feed liver to me. My sister and I would pocket it in our trousers and later sneak it out to the dogs. Funny how things come full circle.
Why Chicken Feet Aren’t Great for Calcium: A Guide for Raw-Feeding Dog Parents
Chicken feet won’t give a raw-fed dog the calcium people think they will. Here’s the actual math, and what to feed instead.
Beyond the Bird Flu Blame Game: A Dog Nutritionist’s Guide to Navigating Food Safety for Both Species
The Population-Food-Disease Triangle The demand for affordable protein drives intensive farming practices. While Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) often receive the bulk of criticism, the …
Ruling Out Parasites
Fecal PCR testing, seventeen signs that warrant a vet visit, and the four routes parasites actually take, from livestock to your dog’s own backyard.
Pumpkin Seed As a Dewormer
Pumpkins, belonging to the genus Cucurbita, boast one of the earliest domestications on record. Archaeological evidence shows humans have been using Cucurbita species for as …
Green Tripe Has No Probiotics or Enzymes
The bacteria in green tripe die off as soon as it’s exposed to oxygen. There aren’t any probiotics or enzymes left when it’s fed to dogs.
How Much Food Does Your Dog Need When Fed A Raw Beef Recipe
A healthy raw meal provides sufficient amounts of all the nutrients that your dog’s body needs. The question is, how much is enough? In the …
What Can We Learn About Food From Pottenger’s Cats?
TLDR: When you fail to feed a species-appropriate diet, you cause harm to that species. Dr. Pottenger’s 900 Cats and Not Being Able To Feed …
33 Reasons Not To Feed Your Dog Raw Food
Let’s face it. Most veterinarians do not think you should feed raw. I get it – it’s not for everyone. The main objections veterinarians have …