is there any risk in feeding raw food to my dog?

Question

Some say the dog might attack children if we put it on a regular raw flesh diet.

Answer 1

Heard of mad cow disease?

This disease occurred because farmers put in raw beef from cows that had died. The raw food contained salmonella and the unknown virus of mad cow disease and these cows attacked each other.

Dogs cats and any other mammal eating raw food can have the same effect. They will get these disease like salmonella and the dog may attack more or be more aggressive.

Answer 2

There are issues with feeding raw food diets, but aggression is not one of them. Your dog will be at increased risk of parasites and food borne illness, and the humans in the house can also catch salmonella from handling the dog's dishes or stool if the dog eats contaminated food. You also need to be mindful of supplements when feeding raw, with commercially prepared diets the vitamins are already figured out for you. Feeding raw is more complicated. I am not a fan of the practice, especially when you can buy cooked prepared "all meat" diets that are complete and balanced right out of the package (check out Wellness brand).

Dogs are not "true carnivores" they are scavengers. There is a place for carbs in a dog's diet. Veggies are good.

If you are considering the switch because of the food recall, please be aware that ALL the foods and treats on the list are traceable back to a single shipment of wheat gluten from China. So read the labels and don't feed anything with wheat gluten in it until this is all over.

http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/petfood.html

Answer 3

All of this is a crock of sh*t. Dogs can eat raw even rotting food The likelyhood of your dog getting salmonella poisoning isnt high as their stomachs are different to ours, their stomach acid is stronger to help digest bone, and yes they can eat raw bones. Raw meat isnt going to make your dog turn into a viscious killer who just wants blood. There is a diet for dogs B.A.R.F, bones and raw foods. Google it and find out. If you keep the raw meat in the same conditions you keep your own meat, properly sealed from fresh, only keep it in the fridge for 2-3 days before you throw it out, otherwise freeze it and defrost as needed, and the risk of parasites is definately lessened. The only thing that will make your dog attack children is, rabies or mistreating it. Raw food is actually great for dogs as they get the maximun nutrients from it as cooking will destroy some of the good stuff. Just dont feed too much raw pork as there is an enzyme in the meat that dogs find hard to digest and might give them the runs. Too much beef can overload them on the iron in it. The best meats to feed dogs raw is lamb, chicken and turkey. No fish. Add raw grated vegetables such as carrot, broccoli stem, apple, beans, chopped parsley(for their breath) and just a little minced garlic. Honestly do you really think your dog will turn into a blood thirsty beast just because you feed it raw meat, use your brain.

Answer 4

here i will give you the correct answer the answer is once your dog has experienced the taste of blood it can sometimes be an instint to want more and more... so obviously i believe attacking children is possible. but it is possible with any dog (i have a pitbull) and i refuse to feed her the "raw diet" most vets don't recommend this at all. you can find just as much and most likely less messier meals in your local store under dog food. .... most naturals are on shelves too if your worried about nutrients. i don't think feeding a raw diet to your dog will make it any healthier than mine on dog food.

Answer 5

No there is no risk to feeding your dog a raw diet. It is a very natural healthy way to feed a dog (if you research it properly and do it correctly). A dog will NOT turn aggressive, attack people/children or any other such nonsense nor will it get worms. Dogs do NOT get worms from eating raw meat thati ncludes pork.

The AVMA article is 2 years old and is now outdated. A lot of vets are now suggesting raw diets to clients.

Dogs do NOT get tapeworms from raw meat.

Dogs are NOT omnivores they are CARNIVORES...people really need to learn more about dogs and the scientific classifications, anatomy and digestive systems.

It always amazes me at all of the false info that is posted.

Answer 6

...I have 2 German shepherds and a 6 month old Alaskan husky, I have for 5 years fed my dogs BARF or biologically appropriate raw food ...I take the same care as I would whenever I prepare my families barbeque's or help in preparing family dinner, whenever I prepare their food which is done 1 batch every week in advance. My dogs have less problems and less vet bills. they are all healthier and happy. people who usually frown on BARF dont even know what they are missing for their pets. With all the poison in the artificial pet food now a day . maybe all these folks should really find out what is in their pets food , I mean really find out. I have no problems with raw food and my dogs are the most energetic, best looking and happiest.
I feed my dogs chicken heads , necks, wings, gizzards and lotsa other stuff from beef and pork. there are a lot of more informative sites with more detailed info about BARF. I would just say...if you love your pet and thing he or she deserves the best then just check it out and find out more about BARF, I guarantee you wont look back after. Good luck.

Answer 7

I have never heard that before! I did a lot of research on the raw diet, and tried the Healthy Kitchen dehydrated dog food mixed with a ground-beef looking blend of raw meat. My dog has lots of allergies, and she did actually throw that up (although i was told it was rare). The raw diet is actually supposed to be the best.

I am feeding her Innova Evo which is a raw kibble, and it's been working great. she loves it and the vet said she looks wonderful.

Answer 8

Since Menu Foods has had there recall and it had come to light the FDA does not regulate pet food, I did some research myself. I found the BARF diet. It's an all raw meat diet for dogs. It's cheaper and I know for sure what I'm giving my dog. Go to the web site the pasted. It will tell you all you need to know.
Hoping I helped,
Charipop

Answer 9

Feeding dogs the Raw Diet (also known as the Barf Diet) is not good for dogs. Dogs are omnivores not carnivores. Also dogs can get salmonella just like people. Some raw diets also contain bones in it that could be potentially hazardous to the dog for choking reasons. They can also get parasites from the raw meat. But no it wont make your dog attack children or adults. I like my steak medium rare and I have never decided to bite any people or cows. lol. Good luck!

Answer 10

Why could you boil the beef, which potential it incredibly is not uncooked anymore. at the beginning, tell your vet that what you feed your canines is your employer and not theirs. I had the comparable element with my vet, all they do is push their stupid technological awareness weight-help plan nutrition because of the fact they are paid to. i do no longer think of they even care very lots what you easily feed your canines for stable well being. keep feeding uncooked because of the fact it incredibly is lots extra healthy on your canines. My canines has all the hypersensitive reactions too so i understand precisely what you mean. Re the parasite element, in case you're incredibly apprehensive approximately it (which you likely should not be) then all you easily could desire to do is freeze the beef first. usually (and that i understand i'm being finicky) I freeze turkey and pork for 2 weeks in simple terms before feeding. each and every thing else is in simple terms fed as is yet maximum uncooked feeders freeze the beef besides because of the fact which you are able to desire to keep it someplace so as that it does not burst off. do no longer go away the beef for a week on your refrigerator and then freeze. as quickly because it is going off then there is the possibility that the canines can fall sick, exceptionally in the event that they have delicate stomachs like my canines. maximum canines could probably cope with slightly off meat yet i could never feed it in my view.

Answer 11

We feed our dog with raw food since he was two months old. He's almost 1.5 yrs and is very healthy. He love it specially with green, red or yellow peppers, you can also mix other vegetables, but never use onions or grapes. He eat beef, chicken, pork, fish and turkey but hate lamb :)
We did a lot of research, spoke with our Holistic vet and decide to use it and we're really happy with our decision.