Raw food or BARF -Biologically Appropriate Raw Food- are two terms that we hear a lot recently. This raw diet includes meat, bones, offal and sometimes vegetables. But what are the benefits and harms of this feeding style?

Benefits and Conveniences:

More water consumption as meat provides water that dry food does not

Brighter teeth

Stronger muscle mass

Being more energetic

Harms and Challenges:

The possibility that the production and slaughter stages of meat may not be carried out hygienically in different places – using the products of unknown companies instead of well-known brands.

Bacteria growth when the cold chain is broken during transportation

Fat gain in some breeds as a result of a raw diet

Requires packaging in portions as it needs to be kept in the freezer for a long time.

Long thawing time before feeding.

If not consumed quickly, it cannot be refrozen and goes to waste.