#rawcatfood

[zakkthecat]

Lobster & scallops please. #felv #rawcatfood #rawfood #cat #healthycat

[hermieskitchen]

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[zerowastehomestead]

#swapitsaturday - Raw Pet Food

Now this one is not for everyone. Some people are very anti-raw diet for pets but with the near constant pet food recalls, from contaminants ranging from toxic levels of Vitamin D to euthanasia meds finding their way into cat and dog food, I've decided to try to make my own. Heck, if we can cook for ourselves, why can't we prepare food for our pets? 

The importance of raw food is twofold. One, a raw diet is what cats evolved to eat and, as obligate carnivores (aka complete and total carnivores) they should not be eating anything but meat (no grains, no yams or parsley or whatever companies put in store bought food so it sounds more like human food). And two, making your own raw food means you are in complete control of the quality of the ingredients and, since you'll be buying meat from the grocery store, you know the quality is enough to be rated for human consumption. 

So instead of doing a tutorial on pet food making today, I'm just going to point you in the direction of the video tutorial and recipe I used to make our cats' first batch of raw food. 

What I did want to share is what I've experienced so far, about 2 weeks into the raw food transition... 

Our 7 month old cat Merlin has had signs of cat IBS since we adopted him, including occasional diarrhea, belly grumbles and what most definitely looks like acid reflux hiccups. The transition to raw went extremely smoothly with no signs of upset stomach which he has gotten every time I've switched him to a different store bought food. He is also bulking up quite a bit (in a good way), seems very energetic and I have not heard a single belly grumble in over a week. And sorry if this is TMI, but he's had no diarrhea and his previously very smelly number 2's are near scentless and much smaller (as his body is able to efficiently digest everything he is eating). What is even more awesome is he LOVES his raw food and positively howls for it at dinner time. 

Our older cat Enid has been a lot more difficult to transition.  In fact we're still working on it. Transitioning from store bought dry kibble (which I can only imagine tastes like the kitty equivalent of Dorito chips) is a process, so we first needed to transition her to an all store bought wet food diet which she's finally taking to. Next step will be sneaking increasingly larger bits of raw food into her canned food (a la getting a kindergartner to eat her broccoli). 

Depending on your cat, you may be in for a smooth transition or a more prolonged one, but I feel strongly that if pet food companies cannot guarantee the safety of their products we should vote with our dollars and make our own. And there is most definitely peace of mind that comes with knowing our furchildren are eating a diet that is (technically) fit for human consumption (though I'm not keen on eating raw meat personally). 

A note on zero waste: As you can see from the photo, making this first batch of raw food has not been zero waste whatsoever. I'm still learning stuff and I bought what was easily available, including meat in nonrecyclable packaging (and I feel bad about it). Also, as a near pescatarian with pet chickens, working with this quantity of meat wasn't precisely easy. What I have learned though is that by working closely with your local butcher, you can circumvent the product packaging as many butchers will place your order in reusable containers you bring to checkout (which I intend to do next time). The supplements included in this recipe are another thing and while some are in recyclable packaging, I will be looking for alternatives for future purchases. As for the working with meat bit... well that just goes with the territory of owning tiny, furry carnivores. Buying from local, quality grocers who purchase humanely raised meat is a good option for those uneasy about meat purchasing (though let's remember that canned cat food is meat, albeit of the unrecognizable sort). 

 And meow I'm off 😻

[agenttomcat]

Oreo's food looks pretty tasty sometimes. Delicious beef chunks crushed up with very soft-boiled eggs (with shells)...yummy in a cat's tummy! I'll be honest, I still need to add some vitamin supplements (specifically the things she can only get from the heads of her natural prey, like taurine, some B vitamins, and Omega-3), but what she's getting now is pretty darn good. There's some taurine, tons of protein, and loads of vitamins in the eggs, and of course all of the good stuff she gets from the muscle and fat of that steak. I should also probably add some fascia and organ meat, but I'm working on that part. Even still, it's way better than that dry trash—and she's demonstrating that daily. She acts like a kitten again (despite being 14 next month), she's more lovey-dovey, she's gained weight and lost fat (she was thinning out at the waist), her coat is shiny and well preened, and she stopped puking everywhere. Works for me. #RawDiet #RawCatFood #HappyCat https://www.instagram.com/p/CT6I_TgNmlf/?utm_medium=tumblr

[scillaandcakes]

Yummm #rawfood #rawcatfood #rawpetfood https://www.instagram.com/p/CDsQF9bBrQC/?igshid=15lptk2qbq541

[pupsandpunkz]

SoCal locals! You can now order fresh quail eggs for your fur kids on our website 🐾 Great for dogs and cats! Perfect addition to a raw or kibble diet or even just as a snack! • • • #pupsandpunkz #rawfood #rawdogfood #rawcatfood #quaileggs (at Highland Park, Los Angeles) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5yqYSApIoE/?igshid=yyv1a3phr7ln

[sassydogsitterinsandiego]

The girls are big talkers and strut as they make #catcalls to one another. Beautiful #bengals, the eat a #rawcatfood diet and love pieces of #freezedriedchickenbreast .#catsittingsd #meows #ranchopenasquitos (at Pawtails Pet Sitting, Dog Walking Services)

[thenutritioncode-blog]

New Article Release

To we officially release Part 2 of Deciphering the Babble. In this release you will learn about the health concerns with many of the ingredients added to commercial pet food as well as great, healthy, and whole food alternatives for providing the right nutrients our companions need to truly thrive http://www.thenutritioncode.info/article-archives

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[hermieskitchen]

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[rawfoodforpets]

What is Collagen🦴❤️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Collagen (Wikipedia) can simply be described as a protein that acts as a glue that “holds our body together“. The benefits are not only touted for the skin, but also for the heart and some says it can even improve athletic performance. Other benefits associated with collagen are: * It is said to help with Healthier and younger-looking skin. * It is rich in calcium and protein, without the carbohydrates. * It is said to improve blood supply by strengthening the blood vessels. * Assist the body in metabolizing fats, therefore good for weight loss. * It is said to slow the effect of arthritis. * It is said to help reduce pain and swelling (inflammation). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ References: * Optimum Condition of Extracting Collagen from Chicken Feet and its Characteristics (National Chung-Hsing University) (PDF); * Broth is Beautiful (Weston A. Price Foundation); * The protective effects of long-term oral administration of marine collagen hydrolysate from chum salmon on collagen matrix homeostasis in the chronological aged skin of Sprague-Dawley male rats. (PubMED); * Collagen Benefits (HerbWisdom); ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Chicken feet are not only rich in collagen but also a good source of hyaluronic acid, and chondroitin sulfate. Hyaluronic acid is touted as the fountain of youth – it is said to prevent the effects of aging. Chondroitin sulfate helps with osteoarthritis so it should be good for humans and pets with joint problems. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀���⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ • Pet parents share your raw fooding stories with us. Use @rawfoodforpets on your posts. We would love to hear from you ❤️🐕🐈 • #rawfeeding #rawfedpets #pets #puppies #rawfedpuppies #rawfoodfordogs #rawdogfoodcommunity #rawcatfood #rawcatfoodcommunity #rawfedcats #petfood #catnutrition #barfdiet #lovedogs #adoptdontshop #cats #dog http://dlvr.it/RVMpmk

[cutsliceddiced]

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[minervamcmeownagall-blog]

Purr-gnawin nommin 🐱 yum #chickengizzards 🐔 very nutritious and good for kitty teeths. u know I am a sweet kitty because I let my human hold my food for me... @athenamau would be growling lol #rawfedcat #catfood #rawcat #rawfeedingcommunity #cateating #rawcatfood #rawfedpets #feedingcat #harrypottercat #catvideo #bestcatfood #healthycat #purring #eatingcat #tabbycat #cute #tabby #cat #kitty #tabbytuesday #cutecat #beautifulcat #cats #apartmentcat #indoorcat #ilovemycat #apartmentcats

[scillaandcakes]

Making raw food for my cat... i swear this boy is so spoiled 😼 this feast consists of chicken, calf liver, beef lung, and lamb lung #rawfood #rawcatfood https://www.instagram.com/p/CDsNSI2BgH6/?igshid=1bncpfskbjh3x