There was a controversy among the dog owners about giving raw food to their dogs. Some argue that just like humans, the canine will feel better by consuming all-natural foods. But others say raw food can lead our dog’s life to risk. For this reason, they prefer dry food for their dog.
Raw food comprises uncooked meat, bones, vegetables, fruits, raw eggs, and some dairy products. The idea of supplying raw foods begins in 1993 by the Australian veterinarian, Ian Billinghurst. He suggested that adult dogs would flourish by eating raw food since they ate those prior to being domesticated. He called raw food a BARF diet that stands for “Biologically Appropriate Raw Food”. He also argued that those commercial foods available in the market are harmful to our dogs.
But what do our experts say? Let’s end this confusion about raw foods among the dog owners. In this article, we will discuss the potential benefits and risks of raw food in a dog’s diet.
Benefits of Raw Food
Ian Billinghurst and his supporters claim some potential benefits of the raw dog food diet. These include:
