Dog meats are usually canned with processed food that is leftover from the meat industries and then they put a few vegetables and some gelatinous sauce to give us the sensation of natural food. But the reality is very different, which is why a strong trend has emerged that has decided to modify the diet of our dogs by offering raw meat as if they were the same dogs from several centuries ago.
It is all nonsense, both an option, like canned meat that causes diarrhea and problems in internal organs, and raw meat or barf diet that is not suitable for all dogs or for dogs in general, since their digestive system has evolved and is no longer able to digest that food. Not counting the bacteria in raw meat, raw eggs, vegetables, etc.
Is it good to give meat to dogs?
Not good not bad. The feed is not a conspiracy movement of the food industry, it is just the way dogs began to be fed when they began to be domesticated. An animal should never feed on the leftovers of our meals, or pizza edges, or lentils, or chickpeas, or cooked vegetables, or ribs with sauces, or pasta with tomato, etc.
All these foods can cause serious damage to their organs, which is why dog food was provided, which is a diet adapted to their nutritional needs. Of course, a quality feed, of course.
It is better to eat a diet with quality feed and then supplement with boiled eggs, vegetables and fruits, as well as white rice when necessary, than to use a barf diet or other diets and types of food that contain raw meats and bones that damage the digestive system. of the animal, even causing acute diarrhea and vomiting, and other long-term consequences. If a dog or cat vomits, it is a sign that something is wrong, so be careful with what he eats.
In addition, raw meat cannot be eaten by a human, first because our digestive system cannot digest it, and second, because of the amount of bacteria that would attack our body and cost us our lives. The same thing happens to dogs. Hence, the feed is better. But it is true that there are some meats that are a good option sporadically.
best meats
The best meats that we can give our dog are the ones that we are going to say below, but we should not offer them raw, but always steam cooked without spices, salt, lemon or oil. In addition, only a veterinarian who knows the state of health of our dog will be able to tell us the quantities, if it is a good idea or not to give that meat, the exact point of cooking, and even if we can accompany it with other foods such as carrots, pumpkin, egg, rice, etc.
The best meats to give our dogs are those that are known as lean, that is, rich in nutrients and low in fat. In addition, it is important to enhance the supply of protein in our dogs and with these extras we are going to achieve it, and even more so if our dog is very energetic or we do a lot of sports with them.
We reemphasize the importance of steaming or microwaving meat. We can also make it grilled or baked, it is true, but since it is not seasoned it may be very dry or stick too much.
The most suitable meats for dogs are chicken, especially boneless breast, turkey, beef, pork or lamb. We can also offer you salmon, as long as it is unspiced, steamed, oil-free and not burned or dried out.
Advice
Next, we are going to give some key tips to know how, when and to which dogs to give them this extra protein. As long as a veterinarian approves it, especially if the animal is very young, is very injured or has some kind of problem or disease in the digestive system or kidneys.
Which dogs should have an extra supply of protein?
There are certain moments in the life of a dog where an extra supply of protein will be very necessary. Now we will see what those situations are, and it is not 100% necessary to consult with our veterinarian, but it is always better to know if it will suit our dog or not.
- Dogs that perform a lot of physical activity.
- Pregnant and lactating bitches.
- Puppies from 3 months of age.
- Dogs that are large.
- Dogs that are sick, recovering from surgery, or injured.
How is dog meat offered?
There are countless ways to offer this meat to dogs. What you have to take into account is your age and your physical condition. For example, if the dog is sick or injured, we can grind the meat together with some vegetables and water and create a kind of puree that we give it with a syringe or by hand.
If it is a puppy, they tend to be very nervous so it is best in small pieces along with the food or as a prize or treats. In this case, it is necessary to ask a veterinarian, since our puppy may still be too young to eat meat.
For mothers, the best option is to give them the meat so that they do not have to make much effort. So we can create a kind of sauce where to dip the feed, give it several pieces throughout the day, shred a steak with rice and vegetables or even create cookies or something that encourages it to eat with energy. Always without using spices, or oils, or salts, or anything.