Are there any dry or canned foods available for dogs that can compare to the raw food diet?

Question

I'd like to switch my dogs to a healthier diet, but I am unable to switch to a completely raw diet due to time and safety issues for my children.

I have 18 mo. old triplets, and a 3 year old. I am not interested in having to deal with raw meat on a daily basis, or to allow it anywhere within my babies reach. No one can persuade me otherwise, but I appreciate your passion for your own practices. I think the Innova dog food is just what we are looking for, thanks to those who answered.

Answer 1

There isn't any food that can match the nutrition of a raw diet. However, I would recommend Innova Evo dog food, it's definitely one of the best. I switched my dog to it from Iams, and the change has been unbelievable.

Answer 2

I understand that the effort required to raw feed might be daunting for some people, but unless your children would be eating out of the dog bowls or you have a dirty house with raw meat laying around and dried blood on your countertops there aren't any safety issues with children.

Answer 3

Fair enough. I, like Judgerz, feed Innova Evo (red meat). I switched from Nutro and you wouldn't believe the difference.

My dog on Science Diet (?) or whatever the shelter gave her:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/thenena/Mississippi/04140701.jpg

My dog on Innova Evo:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/thenena/Mississippi/10260725.jpg

I can definitely tell the difference in how shiny her coat is, for one. If you aren't willing to give raw feeding a trial run (as someone else suggested), then I 100% recommend Innova.

Answer 4

Natures Variety is good. Also there is the new Wellness food called Kor that is all protein no grains. You can also cook regular food instead of feeding it raw.

Answer 5

try wellness or eagle pack dog food that's as close as you can get to the raw diet

Answer 6

IMHO there isn't. However, it takes me an hour or so a week to prepare meals for my dog.
After a batch or two, you will NOT worry about "safety" issues as you learn your ways.
Give it a try.
Late Entry : could you elaborate on "safety issues for my children" please?

Answer 7

I know how you feel.
the following site really could help you i use it a lot.
it tells about how much your dog should way, what to feed it, what not to feed it, and much more!
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=2&cat=1660&articleid=661
I KNOW IT WILL HELP PLEASE USE THIS SITE!

Answer 8

I USE THE WAL MART BRAND OF GOURMET FOODS. DIFFERENT VARIETIES OF MEATS, CHUNKY AND SOLID.