The reasoning I’ve heard is, “It closely approximates the diet cats would get in the wild—the diet to which their physiology is naturally attuned." Wild cats do eat a varied diet in the wild including organs, brains, small mammals, birds, fish, snakes other reptiles, insects and occasionally stomach and intestines of mice and other rodents. Some people believe that raw food or so called "BARF" diets are better for pets because the food is not processed and is perceived to approximate a cat’s evolutionary "natural" diet. Though there may be some nutritional value to feeding raw foods or eating them ourselves there are significant health concerns to be aware of that make this diet dangerous. Just because wild animals eat raw meats does not imply that these foods are safe!
What do the experts say about feeding pets raw diets?
A number of professional associations have condemned the practice of feeding raw food to dogs and cat:
If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian -- they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets. Reviewed by: Jane Robertson DVM, DACVIM
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Mark Henry
3/26/2023 12:34:23 pm
According to PetCareRx, Cats are obligate carnivores with specific dietary requirements that can be satisfied by consuming a diet high in animal tissue. In order to achieve this, raw cat feeds prioritise uncooked meat, fish, and internal organs in their ingredient lists. A common source of calcium and phosphorus is ground bone. To complete the diet and avoid nutritional shortages, vitamins, minerals, and other components are added.
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4/11/2023 01:25:35 am
I appreciate you mentioning that in 2012, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) released a policy statement against the practice of feeding raw meals to animals. My sister got a dog as a pet. Her pet dog is ill. I'll advise her to get to the veterinarian's office.
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11/8/2023 12:36:01 am
Very informative! As I have cats and I am very concern about their health so how can I ensure my cat's health when considering a raw diet?
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