You just need to read the ingredients list on a package of dog food to see the amount of ingredients that are unnecessary the food contains. There are fillers, additives and meat with a doubtful source. With this in mind is it a good idea to think about changing our pet's food habits to an organic one? The raw dog food diet is very controversial, with many ardent supporters and an equal amount of critics. So what is it about the raw diets for dogs that people see and disapprove of?


Arguments FOR


The idea that dogs should be fed raw food comes from looking at dogs' nature-based diet prior to being domesticated. Wild dogs would naturally catch prey and consume them in raw form. It is what they were physically meant to eat therefore it's the right method of feeding their pets. This is obvious when feeding your dog raw meat, they are more excited than pet food from the supermarket.


Many people also believe that eating a raw diet can have a beneficial effect on a dog's health. This is because the majority of shop purchased dog food is loaded with additives, preservatives and other ingredients your dog not meant to consume. This can play havoc with the digestive system of your dog and could cause allergies. One health concern that can be made worse by dog food that is generic is the shedding. A diet that is not right can lead to shed, dandruff and itchy skin on your dog.


Argument AGAINST


The people against raw food claim that domestic dogs don't have the ability to digest raw food the way wild animals do. This is due to the fact that they would not have the correct enzymes to break down the food in raw form. Raw meat is also often a source of bones which if swallowed, could be caught in the digestive tract, causing health problems.


In addition, the raw food diets are believed to be discouraged among those who would rather give food kibble because of the fact that food items cooked in raw form like bones could be harmful in the digestive tract.


At the end of the day, homemade food will always be more nutritious than dog food that is bought from the store even if it's prepared and served in raw form. Raw meat is certainly safe for dogs to eat as long as bones are removed and you avoid feeding to your dog pork. If you don't want to go so far as feeding your pet raw meat, then instead buy the highest quality dog food available on the market.