Can dogs really eat raw meat?

Is raw meat good for dogs?
Yes, raw meat is good for dogs. They are carnivores by nature, and their bodies are designed to function best on a diet of mostly raw meat. Feeding raw meat is very close to what dogs’ wild ancestors, such as wolves, ate. Raw meat is easy for dogs to digest and contains essential, easily absorbed nutrients that support overall health. This diet keeps your dog active and vibrant.

Feeding raw meat - too complicated a process for an ordinary dog ​​owner?
“Will I have to prepare food for my dog ​​every day?”, - this is how a frequent owner reacts when the topic of feeding raw meat is raised. Indeed, feeding a dog according to the BARF principle may seem like endless daily trips to markets and shops, but today it is not! By choosing “Top Dog Bistro” you will only have to defrost a balanced daily portion!
So, you definitely do not need to be an animal nutritionist to feed your pet a balanced raw meat feed!

Can raw meat provide a complete, balanced diet?
With the right selection of raw meat ingredients, you can meet all of your dog's nutritional needs. The myth that raw meat is not balanced is increasingly being debunked. However, there are a few "buts" you need to know.
For example, giving your dog just a juicy piece of beef ham or chicken breast will not provide all the necessary nutrients. A balanced raw meat diet should include a variety of ingredients:
- muscle meat
- bony meat (not bones, but bony meat)
- secretory organs
- indispensable raw meat "additives" - berries, fruits and greens
Only when working together do these ingredients provide your four-legged friend with the necessary vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. We have been perfecting Top Dog Bistro recipes for many years so that your pet receives balanced nutrition in one raw meat patty!

Can feeding raw meat cause a dog to get sick?
The risk of contracting salmonella and other bacteria is another “broken” myth about feeding raw meat.
A healthy dog’s body copes well with bacteria. Its stomach environment is very acidic and contains strong digestive enzymes - such an environment neutralizes all harmful bacteria that may be in raw meat.
Of course, one should not forget the basic rules of hygiene - keep raw meat food at the right temperature, wash hands and bowls after feeding, and disinfect surfaces.

Will eating raw meat make a dog aggressive?
Yes, we have some comical myths. The answer is simple and clear: there is absolutely no connection between feeding raw meat and dog aggression. On the contrary, publications about the BARF diet often mention that feeding a dog raw meat can improve its behavior and mood.
Yes, some dogs tend to guard their food, but they will be just as protective of raw meat as they are of dry food or a cookie taken from the table. Usually, the cause of dog aggression is improper training and lack of socialization, not nutrition.

Can small breed dogs eat raw meat too?
Yes, small breed dogs can safely eat raw meat, just like large breed dogs. Top Dog Bistro patties are formulated to be safe for any dog, even the smallest.

In summary…
We hope that by sharing our many years of experience raising dogs and feeding them Top Dog Bistro food, we have “debunked” a few more myths about feeding raw meat. By actively exercising with dogs every day and observing their well-being, we have realized that dogs not only can, but should eat raw meat - it is in their nature and this is the best they can get while living with us.