Changing your dog to a raw diet

First of all, if you decide to feed a raw food diet, make the change gradually. And if you're going to be feeding raw food entirely, read up on it thoroughly to be sure you're feeding a complete and balanced diet with the right proportion of meat, bones, organs etc. Most sources I read agree that dogs are carnivores, which means their diet is primarily made up of meat, bones and organs. Combine the old food with the new for approximately two weeks, gradually increasing the amount of new food. I feed an all natural grain-free kibble for one of their meals to be sure they get all the vitamins and minerals needed. Their second meal is a raw meat, egg and chopped vegetable or green tripe mixture. Cooked food such as kibble shouldn't be fed at the same time as raw, as it can upset the digestive system. You can purchase prepared raw meat meals, or make your own. A good source of ideas for feeding your dog is homemade dog food recipes. Some dog foods may claim to be all natural and still have bad ingredients, so check them carefully. Good all natural dog food such as Innova and Wellness (both have grain-free formulas) can be purchased locally in some areas, or online at Only Natural Pet Store.