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Can Raw Dog Food cause Pancreatitis?
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. A dog that has been diagnosed with pancreatitis is essentially suffering from an inflamed pancreas that is either damaged or stressed, which prevents
Understanding the Risks Associated with RAW Food ..
Recently, a spade of articles about the “dangers” of raw feeding has been doing it’s rounds on social and digital media. We believe that our rabbit opponents are at it
Myth #15 – All vets are opposed to raw food diets
A veterinarian may be wary of raw fooding due to lack of information or a negative experience with the diet, which includes treating pets who are malnourished due to an
More about Pawsome Raw
Pawsome Raw products are all registered with the appropriate V numbers, which is a legal requirement and makes Pawsome Raw compliant with the regulations required to sell pet food in
What is Offal?
We are often quizzed by pet parents about these unique ingredients. What is it and what are the befits? If you’re a gen X (or Y) or Millennial, then these
Cold Turkey Or Slow?
Once you have decided to go forth, comes the question: how do we make the transition? There are probably as many answers to that question as the number of
Can Dogs eat Raw Cat Food?
Indeed they can! The primary differences between formulation for canine and feline raw and real food diets come down to the amount of vegetables and / or fruits that are
Is Raw Dog Food better than Kibble?
We think so, however, it is also a loaded question. Is McDonalds better than a freshly home cooked meal? Or perhaps Burger King? Do you want your cats and dogs
How much of the Raw meal diet should I be feeding my dog?
The recommended daily amount is 2.5 to 3% of body weight split between two meals daily.
Why can’t I just soak the dry food in water?
If you want to try the trick of wetting down the dry food to alter the texture, please leave it out for only 20-30 minutes then discard it. Bacteria
Can all dogs be fed on a raw diet?
Although raw diets represent the most nutritionally bio-available and natural diet for dogs, there are times when dogs should not be fed raw animal proteins.
Some of the Raw Meals contain garlic!
What most dog owners don’t know is that small amounts of garlic can be extremely beneficial.
Where To Buy?
Not sure where to purchase real food for your mutts, pups, nobles, masters and muggles? Come on in and Explore!
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De-Sexing an Endocrine Disruptor?
It is difficult to explain why the veterinary community continues to treat de-sexing and the associated glands and hormones only relevant to reproduction.
Kidney Disease and Diet
Kidneys are vital organs that have been tasked to take waste out of our, and our fur kids, blood, balancing body fluids, and making pee. Kidneys act as the body’s
Dietary Protein Requirements
We are often “told” by pet parents that the .. (vet, uncle Google, cousin Bing, the breeder ..) … indicated that “too much” protein is bad for fur kids –
How do you explain food allergies in dogs?
Food allergies in dogs could be very serious, and one of the culprits that pet parents often overlook. However, true allergies are very rare, and often confused for food intolerance
Travel Tips ..
A successful holiday with your fur kids require planning and preparation.
Does Feeding Raw Meat Make Dogs Vicious?
This is an urban myth. There is no causative relationship between eating raw meat and wanting to kill animals or bite people.
More About Chefs 4 Pets
Chefs 4 Pets products are all registered with the appropriate V numbers, which is a legal requirement and makes Chefs 4 Pets compliant with the regulations required to sell pet
How long have people been feeding the biologically appropriate raw diet to their pets?
Technically, people have been feeding their pets raw food for hundreds of years.
More about Dogmatters
Dogmatters products are all registered with the appropriate V numbers, which is a legal requirement and makes Dogmatters compliant with the regulations required to sell pet food in South Africa.
The Industry “Enigma”: PhD Required …
Understanding the label of a commercial pet food is crucial to you as the pet parent and / or guardian, as it is a legally binding contract between you and
Epilepsy Support in Pets ..
Epilepsy is the name given to seizural disorders in dogs and cats for which there is no identifiable cause. Primary epilepsy is the result of functional cerebral disturbances without
Where To Buy?
Not sure where to purchase real food for your mutts, pups, nobles, masters and muggles? Come on in and Explore!
Hydrants
- Anatomical
- Breed Information
- Disease and Diet
- Dry Food
- Food Labelling
- Food Safety
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Health
- Healthcare
- Herbs for Pets
- Ingredients
- Legislative
- Life Stages
- Myths and Facts
- Nutritional
- Parenting
- Pet Insurance
- Processed Foods
- Raw Food Diet
- Raw Food Manufacturers
- Regulatory
- Supplements
- Supportive Vets
- The Gut
- Transitioning
- Veterinary Services
- Wellness
