I transitioned pretty fast. My puppy had a raw chicken wing every 2 days and then I got premade chicken dog food from a local company. I gave him a few trial pieces for the next couple of days. Then switched to 1 raw meal per day (the rest was freeze dried) because it seemed like he’s struggling to digest it. He was on full raw chicken food in 1 week. Then I added beef.
Been watching the whole nutrition series and it's very helpful. My 8mth old Kelpie was raised by his previous owner on a kibble diet supplemented with raw meat. I've kept on with kibble as the base of his diet, but have continually added a combination of raw and cooked meat, fish and poultry along with a variety of veggies. Thankfully my dog isn't fussy and so far has eaten every type of food I've given him. His favourites seem to be cooked sweet potato and raw bok choy sliced thinly. He also loves peas and corn kernels. I don't bother cooking them. Allow frozen ones to thaw and come up to room temperature. Only raw food that appears might be an issue is raw chicken. On each occasion I've fed it to him he's either vomited, or had diahorea. Doesn't have any problem with it lightly cooked. Funny thing was I'd wondered about mushrooms before seeing any of the videos. I cooked up a few this morning to try him with and he happily devoured them. A winner there. As for eggs. I boil them and then wrap them in food wrap and crush them under my palm. Cooking the egg doesn't reduce the nutrient value by much and also makes the egg more digestible. As for adding fats and oils, I occasionally add a small amount (50g) of cheese or a half tablespoon of a creamy peanut butter. Forgot to mention I plan to transition my dog to an almost entire fresh mixed diet (raw and cooked) but continue using kibble as well (roughly 20% of his total diet).
Sounds like he could have an intolerance to chicken so best to avoid if that's the case. Sounds like you're doing the best thing for your pup by transitioning him over. You'll see a huge difference!
THANK YOU for sharing your videos, FINALLY I have someone with knowledge and common sense talking about why raw food is actually beneficial and that raw bones are good and not dangerous as well mentioning about the acid and bacteria "problem" regarding raw meats, I have been insulted and bullied so many times by so called "vet colleagues" regarding this topic, most of them are totally against raw foods and have accused me of providing "dangerous information for pet owners"...I feel relief knowing that I'm not the only one defending a healthy and balanced diet for our pet patients and to reduce and best eliminate ultra processed commercial pet foods, the major cause or our animals having so many degenerative diseases today!!!! great work!!!!
Please don't let your colleagues deter you from the truth. They have no clue about the difference between raw and super cooked kibble. You are on the right tract and knowlablely advanced in your knowledge. Don't follow the train wreck.
Hi, been watching the great videos and receiving newsletter however, I have one question as I often read that yorkshire terrier are allergic to chicken… I had been feeding little yorkie with free range organic chicken mixed with other ingredients for 2.5 years. She has been scratching on a regular basis always on the side of the back, left or right and she seems to have « put on weight » or has swollen? I am going to stop feeding her chicken….
I can't find the page on cooked vs raw vegetables in the guide which I have downloaded. Ignore Ellis ignorance needs a muzzle but it seems to always be lacking on those that need it most. Many thanks and blessings! Pastor Karen
Awesome video! Thank you for your wealth of knowledge! Question, what do you think of Raw-freeze dry. That's what I'm currently giving my dogs and they are thriving on it. I tried the raw, but just can't seem to get it right and worry that it's not a well balanced diet. I have a puppy just over a year and a 12 year old. And what too Fred them is overwhelming! Especially when I hit a pet store 😂 Thank you kindly for your advice?
Can I really feed my dog raw chicken legs? Just I gave him one now and he ate the bone and everything, the bone sounded very hard! Cracked a lot, is it definitely safe?
I don’t understand why we should feed a carnivore something other than meat. When ever my dog ate anything green voluntarily, it was grass for the reason of making himself vomit because of having upset stomach from food that had grains in it
For one, because dogs are not quite wolves, their digestive system is slightly different. For example they have many more genes supplying enzymes to break down carbohydrates. Remember, dogs are a human creation, and have evolved alongside us and ate from our scraps. But for another, it is simply because there are many antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds in fruits & vegetables that will make your dog live longer, than if you give it straight meat. From a "wild" perspective, you could feed your dog straight meat, and it would survive long enough to produce viable offspring, thereby passing on their genes and completing their job from an evolutionary perspective, however as pets we wish for them not just to survive but to thrive.
My dog used to be on a raw food diet and my vet told me to get him off of it because many dogs on raw food diets don’t make it through surgery/anesthesia. I’m not sure what to make of that.
I'm not a supporter of raw diets but as a vet I can say with certainty that's absolute nonsense. There are foods that contain chemicals that can slow down the metabolism of some anesthetic drugs but I've never heard of any type of meat being such a one. Perhaps you misunderstood them?
@@TikiTrexnormally vets don't have enough education on feeding. They go by what commercial companies tell them. That's basically their education on what to feed. Commercial companies only know their bottom line.
@@FoodieBeautyStan because many people who use them don't do the research that is required and/or don't handle the raw meat in a way that is safe for both them and their pets. Done correctly it's an excellent diet.
Ever noticed now these raw dog food nutritionists never live in a council flat where the dad leaves at 5am for a bus driving job and the wife cleans house etc? No, they all seem to be rather well-heeled people who can afford to feed dogs a diet that is better than the average person can afford to feed their own kids and can afford the time to be up poaching broccolli and fresh salmon for their mutts.
You are amazing and I can NOT believe your guide is free... it's SO full of info that I'd expect to pay for from anyone else. Thank you so much for this!!
Very informative, but a few foods you mentioned are high in oxalates. Ive been cutting them out of our human meals and its the first time Ive been feeling better and able to lose stubborn weight in years. Considering oxalates are like eating sharp broken pieces of glass, I dont believe our dogs should be consuming them either. Spinach is the highest oxalate food of all at over 700 mg per 1/2 cup. Many with kidney issues should eat a low oxalate diet of less than 100 mg, even less than 50 mg per day total, so spinach is a great issue which I dont believe is a "superfood" but rather a super stressor or even killer. Have you ever heard of ocalates? Can you prove I am wrong about this?
Your knowledge is incredible and you're able to articulate it in such a simple way. Honestly, the most straightforward dog nutrition channel and also so much interesting knowledge which actually often applies to us humans too! Genuinely a huge thank you for taking the time to relay your knowledge. I have only just found your channel and I guarantee you you're going to have a massive following from this eventually so please keep at it and do your thing! Best of luck to you mate, and once again thank you for making such fantastic information available to everyone 👍
I don't know how anyone affords premium whole dog foods kits or products for large dogs, much more if you have several. For my 130lb akbash 2 years-old it needs 6 to 8 scoops of regular kibble (Summer vs Winter) and the air-dried or dehydrated foods take nearly the same amount. I'd go bankrupt. It would cost $170 every two weeks for the cheapest formula (Unkibble). Up double that for Sundays and RedBarn dehydrated. So this is what I do. I feed 50% kibble (rotating brands), 35% lightly cooked whole chicken, fish, and/or hamburger with its broth and bones. Every week I give these supplements two to three times weekly: green powder with probiotics and fish oil. Raw eggs with crushed shells.
They are not well researched at all. I lost any respect for him when he proved by comments in another video that he'd been taken in by a pseudo science study linking grain free diets to CVM.
well .. to say that wild animals some how have a super powers in their stomach that saves them from the bacteria is kinda false claim .. because wild animals some times do become sick from eating raw meat & the bacteria .. yet they just have to eat it any way regardless of the risk ( because they have no other choice ) and they don't really care if its healthy or not .. just like the risk of fighting with other dangerous animals to get the food .. but we are the one who care to give them clean food + water for safety .. the enzymes in their stomach may help them not getting poisoned like Human .. but it will not prevent them from having diseases , more aggressive & shorter lives compared to the cooked meat eaters .. because cooked meat are healthier , cleaner , free from parasites .. & its tastier even for animals .. that's what you want for your pets to have better cleaner health .. not based on nonsense emotions .. if you want to mimic the wild then do it right & take it all together ( no double standard hypocrisy or pick & choose ) .. put a dirty water for them just like the one in the wild ( im sure the wild doesn't have water filters isn't it ) & let them poop every where in the house because the "WILD" doesn't have toilets .. OR DOES IT ??
You are the man. You kept it professional and informative. Lovely asf!!!! I've just subscribed. You've given me more information in this one video than I've received in all of my research. Remember, you're awesome!
The stomach acid of dogs is not 100 times stronger than that from humans as you mentioned. Dogs and humans have stomach acid with similar pH levels, and there isn't a significant difference in the strength of stomach acid between the two species. The pH of stomach acid in both dogs and humans typically ranges from 1.5 to 3.5, which indicates a highly acidic environment. This acidity is essential for the digestion of food and the destruction of potentially harmful bacteria. While the pH level is comparable, the digestive systems of dogs and humans do have some differences. For example, dogs have a shorter digestive tract than humans, and their stomachs are adapted to handle raw meat and bones more efficiently. Additionally, the composition of their diet influences the digestive process. In summary, while the pH of stomach acid is similar in dogs and humans, there are other factors in their digestive systems that contribute to differences in how they process and absorb nutrients.
Great video and I understand but i do have one question. My 9 year old lab mix has developed elevated liver enzymes. ALT= 346/ AST = 77. My question is would cooked or raw be better fo him. I started feeding raw about 4 months ago after he developed the enzyme elevation. Is raw or cooked better for his liver. Thanks in advance. I do prefer raw and he loves it
Hey there! Whether cooked or raw, what's most important are the ingredients and amount you’re using. I recommend checking our liver health plan for guidance. Here's the link: www.thedognutritionist.com/products/liver
Thank you this is great info but i have a question in dieing to find the answer to. So i slow cook my dogs food on low in the crock pot. Now i know it kills certain bacteria and cooks off some nutrients, but my question is would slow cooking on low really kill that much nutrients? Thank you in advance
Bacteria grows. So I don’t think avoiding their kisses or their faces near yours for ‘ an hour’ or so is going to make any difference to them contaminating people after eating raw food. The amount of people who have fed their dogs raw and then ended up getting gastroenteritis or their small children is unreal. It’s such a stupid trend. If you want your dog to eat raw release it into the wild… you wouldn’t do that would you because it wouldn’t survive . We’ve domesticated them which is why they eat dog food.
Dog saliva is antibacterial, so it does make a difference. Please present your stats, because from what I can see there is no data to back up your claim.
My dog would get diarrhea every time i gave him raw meat even though i did it one step at a time for 3 months but when i actually started cooking the meat for him it stopped. I buy the meat from a good store and i also freeze it for a couple of days before i give it to him
Hello! It really depends on your dog’s tolerance to raw meat. Some dogs can handle it well, while others may have digestive issues, even with gradual transitions. Cooking the meat often makes it easier for some dogs to digest, so it sounds like you found what works best for yours.
What if you have a senior with gastrointestinal issues. I started gently cooking with a slowcooker on low 3-5 hours and steaming vegetables voor 20min.
Lots of Sunlight basking at cooler hours of the day. and raw fresh meat ,and meaty bones provide enough calcium & d3 that will be enough for them to do natural calcium absorption and asimilation. Avoid giving any tablets or medication supplements unless seriously required on vet instructions only that too after bome density and d3 level tests.
Hi Hi Hi Cam! I have a question for you, my lifestlye right now is a bit nomadic, I am going to be backpacking for the next year and will be in places that do not have a refrigerator. I am currently living at a house for the next 4 months and plan to feed Luz (my dog) wet whole foods. However do you think it would be a good idea to incorporate dry foods into her diet aswell for those times when I cannot feed her wet foods, so that she will be accustomed to the dry foods? If so, should I feed her wet food in the morning and dry in the afternoon? Thank you so much!! :)
What is the scientific evidence that raw meat is best for a dog and that cooked meat is any worse? What about the families who have become dangerous ill after their dog has contracted salmonella and then spread it to the kids by licking them? 279 people went down with it in Canada. One girl nearly died because of a serious bone infection. Sure you MIGHT be able to avoid it with care but you cannot be sure and for what? Where is the evidence to say this risk is actually even slightly worth it?
Dogs already have salmonella in their gut. I'd wait for an hour if I wanted to kiss my dog. I have a habit of not kissing my dog. I'll hug him and pet him but for my personal preference, I don't kiss my dog. I do and will always feed raw, never kibble even though kibble has salmonella as well as other pathogens, fungi, and in some cases insect larvae.
If I'm only able to shop for raw meats at a local grocery store like Kroger or food lion what should I be looking for? I'm under the impression that grocery store meat is higher risk than local farm raised but I can't find that either. I've thought about trying venison/organs from a whitetail deer from a friend. Let me know what you think. are there any websites that ship organ and meaty bones that are safe for dogs ? Or is grocery store meat really safe for my dog to eat. I've been giving them cooked pork and steak for a couple months and I'm just nervous to make the next step. Raw chicken feet or leg? Raw beef liver? what is the most basic safest thing to start with?
Raw Feeding 101. BJ'S taw pet food. Raw Feeding Miami. He mentioned, Stella and Duke. Stella and Duke has everything your dog needs including some veggies and fruits which makes it complete. I just subscribed to his blog because I like his philosophy and explains raw versus cooked and he discusses about kibble. So informative. I've been feeding raw for a number of years but I really learn so much from him. I subscribed yesterday
Tried a raw diet for my diabetic chihuahua and she has become very ill and has bad diarrhea. I was hoping it would be a good solution for her but it didnt take.
@@thedognutritionist yep transitioned slowly and still sloppy poop. Its a pain to cleanup but still going to keep trying as i have a lot to use up whats left.
@@Shemax1 One of our German shepherds was fine on raw food but after about a year.....black tar diarrhea. it was a disaster. got him off raw food, and started cooking...no more issues.
This is incredible information! Thank you for this! We are just starting our homemade dog food journey and my sweet husky mix is already 10 years old! I wish we found these resources sooner! Question - you recommended a lot of variety. Do we need to transition them slowly or can we just offer cooked, raw, different fruits, veg and shrooms all at once? Thanks in advance and hello from Texas! :)
Your my hero! I have watched a lot of raw food video's, they are so complex, you make it look so easy. I have one big problem as a newbie. I don't understand how to calculate hoppw much to feed my 12 pound chihuahua and my 20 pound Brussels griffon. Help
I happen to have access to plenty of seafood. I've dicovered a "topper" than my dog loves. I get prawn/shrimp heads and shells and gently roast them in a low oven for a couple of hours. I then grind them to a powder. It's actually an ingredient I make for myself that I use in a few recipes. I always give my dog food that I would eat myself. As in fit for human consumption. The only exception currently is I'm also supplementing his diet with a bit of kibble (but reducing the amount to no more than 20% of diet for next few months at least).
With respect to you, dogs benefit from the phyto nutrients in fruits and veggies. You have to put it through a blender to break down the cell walls. Wild dogs always go for the inards first. This is because it's predijested vegetable matter. Dogs are carnivores but need to eat that predijested veggies first
My compliments: You know more about human nutrition than the 'nutrition experts' that recommend a high carb, low fat, low protein diet for humans. . . .I eat what I feed my dog, and I never feed my dog anything that I won't eat (ie, carbs once in a while, and under 20g). However, the pH of a human's stomach is about 1.5, dog's about 2.5 or 3. we are both designed to eat carrion .
Cooking meat before feeding ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria and reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses, it also aids in digestion for some dogs. Both raw and cooked meats have benefits; proper preparation is key regardless of the chosen option 😊
Dogs aren't the exact same as wolves, they have evolved to digest slightly more non meats. Whilst non-meats aren't as nutritionally dense, many non meats have other functional benefits which make them a worthwhile addition to meals!
My vet said heart disease is rampant since gluten free dog foods out now. She said my dog needs grains Hunans can be gluten free but not dogs, what grains do you suggest?
They don’t need grains, the problem as I understand is that the grains were replaced by food companies with legumes like peas etc. as a filler/ binder. This inhibits taurine absorption, causing heart disease. They don’t need grains or legumes.
Rice is inflammatory for dogs (starchy). They don’t need grains like that. Rice doesn’t digest well and converts into sugar. Rice is a high glycemic index food and causes a spike in blood sugar. What nutrients do u think ur dog gets from rice? Genuinely curious.
The more you cook meat, the more it reduces quality of the protein? HHAHAHAA Reduces ability to perform bodily functions???? Why would that matter, its being eaten, not providing function in the body. Bro, stomach acids break down protein. Carbohydrates, fats, proteins are polymers and are broken down into monomers. The digestive system is built to break down protein into amino acids so they can be built back up again into different proteins. There is no high quality protein. You don't eat collagen and then it just goes into your skin. Collagen is broken down and rebuilt as collagen. Kibble is worse than a beef because of the fillers and preservatives, not because protein quality. Raw diet is perfectly fine when free of pathogens, I agree though. You are clueless man.
The denaturation of protein as a result of overcooking. "There is no high quality protein" - Bioavailable protein in fresh food is better than the denatured "protein" overcooked crappy kibble. "Clueless" is harsh Ellis!
You lost me when you said feeding your dogs' vegetables is essential to their diet. Vegetables and fruit are the main reasons why humans and pets are getting sick.
