At Raw K9, we take canine health and nutrition seriously. That’s why all of our products feature USDA-sourced, high-protein raw meats. If you’re new to the world of raw feeding, then you may be wondering how a raw dog food diet can help improve your pup’s health. In this blog post, we explore the many health benefits of a raw meat diet for dogs.
For the best raw dog food available anywhere, turn to Raw K9. We offer a wide variety of humanely-harvested raw meals, bundles, and treats for dogs, such as our best-selling Beef Complete Mix and Beef & Turkey Mix. We also offer nutrient-rich alternative proteins for dogs with beef sensitivities and allergies, including duck, fish, quail, turkey, and rabbit. Read on to learn how raw feeding can ensure that your best friend has optimal health and wellbeing, then shop our products today!
Improved Digestion
Most processed commercial pet foods, such as kibble, feature high amounts of grains, which dogs have difficulty digesting. When you switch your dog to a raw meat diet, they will be able to absorb more of the ingredients from their meals. The result is smaller, drier, and less frequent stools, rather than the loose, messy, smelly stools that are typical of dogs on a kibble diet.
Because your dog will be consuming fewer carbohydrates and other filler ingredients, they will also spend less time and energy digesting their food; while kibble stays in a dog’s stomach for 7-9 hours, dogs can digest raw meat in only 1-2 hours. The less time and energy they spend digesting their food, the more time and energy they can spend having fun!
Raw meat diets, such as the BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) Diet or Prey Model, are also especially beneficial for dogs suffering from sensitive gut issues and digestive conditions, such as colitis, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, inflammatory bowel disease, and irritable bowel syndrome. Often, these conditions can be exacerbated by starchy, processed foods. When you transition your four-legged friend to Raw K9 raw dog food instead, they can enjoy the comfortable life that they deserve.
Healthier Skin and Coat
Aside from looking beautiful, a soft, shiny coat is a great indicator of a dog’s overall health. A raw dog food provides canines with excellent bioavailable nutrition, ensuring that your fur baby has the dazzling, dapper coat that you desire.
Raw meat can also help dogs suffering from skin conditions such as hot spots, redness, itchiness, yeast, and flakiness. These conditions are often related to excess inflammation or allergic response as a result of something in the dog’s food. While topical treatments may provide temporary relief, the only way to get to the root of the problem is by switching up what your dog eats. Thankfully, raw meat offers the perfect ratio of omega fatty acids, amino acids, enzymes, intracellular moisture, and vitamins to reduce inflammation and prevent allergic reactions.
A raw dog food diet can also help mitigate pests, such as fleas, ticks, and worms, by providing the nutrition and immune support necessary for dogs to ward off infestations. Furthermore, starchy foods, such as kibble, can actually “sweeten” your dog’s blood, making it more tempting for pests to enjoy.
Better Dental Hygiene
Good dental hygiene is essential for overall canine dental, and the best way to prevent periodontal disease in your dog (and the associated “doggy breath” that so many of us dread) is by providing your best friend with raw pet food and raw meaty bones. This is because these foods are natural dental abrasives, effectively acting as toothbrushes when your pet is eating. They also contain natural live enzymes and “good” bacteria to help prevent plaque and tartar buildup. Say goodbye to doggy breath and the Saturday slobbers for good, and say hello to cleaner teeth, healthier gums, and better overall health thanks to Raw K9!
Leaner, More Muscular Build
Pudgy pups may be cute, but extra weight can provide a serious strain on your dog’s health. A raw meat diet ensures that your dog stays lean and strong, and loses any excess weight without losing muscle mass in the process. Just as with humans, dogs’ bodies need protein in order to maintain muscle and retain a feeling of fullness so that they don’t overeat. Lean dogs live longer, have stronger immune systems, and have lower blood pressure, all of which amounts to a longer, happier life for the two of you to enjoy together.
Improved Behavior
For some dogs, it seems that no amount of training can improve their bad behavior. When this is the case, you might want to look to your pup’s food bowl for the source of the problem Increasingly, researchers believe that a raw diet can not only improve your dog’s physical health, but their cognitive and mental health as well! Dry dog foods like kibble are high in carbohydrates, resulting in high blood sugar and insulin levels, which have long been linked to poor behavior, such as nervousness, fear, aggression, and hyperactivity. Switching your dog to a raw diet may help decrease their agitation, proving that dogs truly are what they eat!
Give Your Dog the Optimal Health That They Deserve
Whether your dog is suffering from a specific illness or allergy or you simply want to improve their health, switching them to a raw meat diet can help ensure that they have the happy, healthy life that they deserve. All of the delicious and nutritious raw dog foods at Raw K9 feature everything your fur baby needs to thrive. So, what are you waiting for? Start shopping our collection of bestselling raw dog foods now!
