Re: [pyrnet] Barf diet?

I am not trying to convert anyone here to BARF. I have done a little digging though.

Have you read :

Give your Dog a Bone by Dr Ian Billinghurst (Vet) - Grow Your Pups With Bones by Dr Ian Billinghurst - The BARF Diet by Dr Ian Billinghurst - his newest book.

I have read one out of these three, and I learned so much on health and nutrition, and feeding my dogs the natural way. I am a member of three BARF lists, and have gained so much insight.

One thing that was pointed out when I first started reading and gathering information was that commercial dog foods carried hardly any if at all essential fatty acids; hence, some breeds were seeing the vet more, for skin problems. Many commercial dog food manufactures are adding the Omega oils. Now, as opposed to a year or two ago…essential fatty acids are on the ingredient labels, and are being heavily marketed as having the "Omegas".

With change comes marketing…Look for the symbol of approval on the side of the food bag. Why? Because we want you to know what we have added to our kibble, for your dogs health. And we want you to feel our support in your decision to giving your dog the best. And are intimidated by these BARF questions. These statements are JIMHO… they are how I feel when I hear/read a dog food ad.

If you want to end the debate for yourself about commercial dog food -vs- a BARF diet. READ, not only what information commercial dog food manufactures provide, but also books that cover BARF research, experience, and information. Commercial dog food started as an over cooked human biscuit that was tossed to a dog.

How much time is spent on nutritional intake of our furry friends in pre vet? I have heard 2 weeks…I am still digging for the answer.

After all, we are all adults now, and we can make up our own minds …Right? If you want to dig for it! The information is there. Or we can just take what we are fed!

What works for me may not work for you.

Have A Great Day, and Good Luck

Mer