Raw Food Diet for Dogs | Starter Guide for Beginners [ LARGE DOGS]

If you are considering a raw food diet for your large dog, but want to learn the beginning steps to ordering and obtaining a 30-day supply of raw dog food, this video is for you. In addition to sharing how large dog owners can save money and keep raw food costs down when feeding a large or giant breed dog, I also show you what a bulk supply of raw food looks like for big dogs to help you with planning and storage.
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[@randyfarnsworth7825]

Hobbs is my English Mastiff puppy 18 months. Breakfast is a Frozen Game Hen. Pound of Frozen stewing meat. Lunch another frozen game hen. He always has high end dry available. Dinner is Low quality frozen Salmon and refill dry. It’s about 22.00 a day. He had coat issues until I added the salmon. Now? Absolutely beautiful Dog. He’s 215 pounds, looks like a lion! No fat on him..

[@FirstTimeHealth]

I feel like u must be a teacher because of the detailed way u breaks everything down for us. Thank u❤

[@BigDogMom]

You are so sweet! Thank you! I'm actually a former microbiologist turned homeschool mom... so sort of.😊

[@digibyteforlife]

Multiple protein sources! Most people haven't mentioned that. Chicken, fish, beef, and turkey - sounds diverse! I greatly appreciate the education ☺️

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you! Oh yes, you definitely want to feed multiple protein sources if you are raw feeding. Sometimes this can be a challenge for people as well for dogs with certain allergies.

[@aridivinity7123]

I love how quick and detailed the video is. Great content ❤

[@VeraPin88]

This is very useful information about raw feeding glad I came across your video!

[@JohnWick-wm4pd]

New sub!! Thank you for posting this video!

[@brycelynch8094]

I really appreciate you talking fish, I have been feeding salmon and trout and it is by far most expensive part of my dogs diet

[@RealDogBox]

Great video!!! Loved seeing the process from co-op pick up to getting it home.

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you! The next video will be meal prep... that is going to be a messy one! Haha!

[@chefrichh]

I'm new here, your videos are excellent! This is exactly what I need for my dog, thank you!

[@BigDogMom]

Glad it was helpful and thrilled you are here! Thank you!

[@oheyjennymay1699]

Thank you for this video! We have a German shepherd and she is SO picky and will not eat dry dog food, and we cannot get her to gain weight. She will however, steal raw meat off the counters, so making the switch and it’s been hard to find info on what to order and feed her so she’s getting what she needs. This video was perfect!

[@tailintheduckers8178]

Such and incredible and informational video

[@terryrustad1800]

Excellent! 🐕

[@eifionphillips3004]

Moringa powder is great for dogs and gets rid of arthritic pain and is good for the nervous sytem. Lion mane mushroom too.

[@robertbigos5388]

Thanks!

[@colecon1012]

Great informative video!

[@BigDogMom]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@charley124]

I love this you really know your dog food. I have been making my own dog food now for 8 years and its amazing how it changes your dogs health. I'm lucky because I work in a beef pacing house and have access to a lot of good things for my dogs such as beef tendons along with all that you have also and they are so healthy its just great to see you do this for your dogs it shows how much you love them and they are lucky to have you as there mom

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you so much! I learn new things every day. What a blessing you work where you do! I've always said I should have married a cattle rancher. Haha! JK.

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

Wow those prices!!!! Those are amazing

[@themonroeway5417]

Great video

[@jorgeyormarbendezubecerra165]

Great video.

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@karesasmotts]

This is so helpful. WE have a Giant Schnauzer pup that we are raw feeding. We are only 3 weeks in and it seems expensive.

[@eagleborn2007]

This is great. How do you calculate the portions? Liver/organ/bone/meat

[@kevywilliams3304]

MAN YOU LOVE THEM ❤️❤️❤️

[@GermanShepherdWeekly]

So much food for a great price! Amazing! Not sure what a co-op is. Was thinking of going to a butcher or pre-made from a site, but that's really $$$. Thinking of going RAW but it's $$$ for our 3 large dogs...shepherds. Maybe I'll just use raw as a topper? Right now we use kibble and cook for toppers.

[@teri2657]

So informative! I’m curious did you have to slowly transition the boys when you went back to kibble for awhile? Or was it a quick switch over?

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you! Great question. It was pretty quick. When I first transitioned them years ago, it was a cold turkey switch. Some dogs do ok with that, others not as much. This time I had a little kibble left over, so we did morning kibble and dinner raw for a few days. 😊

[@debo5227]

Now I understand the process 😂😂. Thanks

[@checudia]

Great great stuff! Thanks for sharing all the experience. Do you have any idea where to buy in bulk in Canada? Lots of google search resulted in nothing so far…

[@kenzieminarcin3662]

Thank you so much for the tips. I just started working at a small business dog store and I love the tips you share. You are the best!!

[@marktodd4479]

great vid, newly subscribed

[@evam8196]

I just saw your video. I will be transitioning my dogs from a home cooked diet to a raw food diet. I think you mentioned you lived in Phoenix area before. Can you please tell me where did you get your meat? Everywhere seems to be so expensive and your prices were so attractive. Thank you for posting this video.Very informative.

[@mtrcyl1360]

Wanting to get a female English mastiff and knowing how to most affordable feed her the best way we possibly can is so helpful. Thanks.

[@BigDogMom]

You're welcome! Best of luck with your girl! Have you found a breeder?

[@preppingforlife264]

I just got a Dogue de Bordeaux, I do not want to feed kibble. Thanks a lot for the video

[@jlynne_2423]

Preparing to purchase a Bullmastiff in the next 1-2 yrs, so doing my research now. This was a great video and I’ve saved for later. One quick question with regard to bones. How concerned, if at all, should I be with my future dog choking on raw bones?

[@Cat-ju8mk]

So you start with small bones that your dog can easily chew through that wont get stuck in their throat and you watch them. I started my puppy off with a drumstick and cut the bone in half and just watched him his first couple times.

[@GoddessofHorses94]

May I ask which co-op you got this haul from? I'm close to there as I saw it's from Michigan but didn't get to see the manufacturer. Thank you SO much! I have two Danes and would love to start this.

[@bonecc4061]

That would be great to know. I’m also from Michigan but don’t know where the co-op is

[@myfivestarrealty]

The beef cheek comes from the facial muscle of the cow. Throughout its life, the cow is constantly working its cheek through chewing food, and consequently the meat is tough. Once cooked correctly, all the connective tissue becomes tender and melts in the mouth.

[@BigDogMom]

Interesting. I've never actually cooked it, but this makes complete sense. Thank you for sharing!

[@tsal677]

Hi love the video. Just looking to start raw feeding. I have 2 German Shepards that are almost 3 years old. Not as big as your mastiffs! Don't feel there getting proper nutrition from kibble. And there to many infomercials that it can be a bit confusing. Went to a local butcher shop grabbed a few things.a little pricey and didn't have a lot to choose from. Realy new to this a little nervous.Should I cut stuff up before I give it to them? After watching your video I feel a little under prepared.

[@BIBBYM10]

Can you please do a video on what supplements English Mastiff's need.❤💙

[@BigDogMom]

This is a great idea! I try to incorporate supplements into all of my food videos, but I’ve never done one that focused on all of the supplements I give and why. Great idea!

[@animus1785]

❤❤❤❤

[@brendanbramley7413]

Great video. I have 2 Great Danes. My female is on the smaller side and is a little overweight at 130lbs. Ideal weight is 115lbs. My male is 1 year old and weighs 130 but will more than likely end up 170 lbs. I really want to switch to raw obviously for health reasons. How much does your monthly supply cost? Also being my Danes are smaller how do I figure out the approximate portions for my Danes. Thanks

[@reynaldomeade4797]

Blessings and what’s a good bone to help clean my dogos back teeth, i appreciate it much and thank you much God Bless

[@morganwells9847]

I didn't know dogs could raw eat pork. 🤔 I just learned something today thanks!

[@saragarrett6390]

What brand of raw do you get? Like what co op do you us

[@goraknathramalinga5335]

Do you do the 80 10 10 diet for humans. Do humans have a species specific Diet? By the way, i love that you are feeding your dogs accordingly to how dogs are designed.

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you so much! That is an interesting question... I would say we do, though I would fall into a 30/30/40 diet of protein/fat/carb. 😊 It's the same idea. Feeding a dog a diet of processed kibble (sugar) would be like me going from 30/30/40 to 100% carb. There is probably a better example, but that was the first thing that popped into my mind.

[@ShowtymeDesignz]

I love this as I’m starting raw with my German shepherd, I’m having an issue finding a co op in Delaware. I’m 20 minutes from Delaware Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Can anyone help me find one??

[@BigDogMom]

Fantastic! It does sometimes take some digging to find a good co-op that offers decent prices for bulk raw. I found this one that looks promising, though I don't know how far it will be for you. Usually pick ups are monthly, so even a little bit of a drive isn't an issue for most people. facebook.com/groups/PANJrawfeedingnetwork/ If this doesn't work, there are suppliers that do supply nationally. The issue with these is the cost since they will be shipping on dry ice which can be extremely expensive. It's much better if we can find you a local supplier for sure! I may do a video all about finding suppliers - I get this question a lot. 😊

[@carlabrodhagen2884]

How do you meal prep,with all that meat? Loved to see a video on that.

[@BigDogMom]

The second video in this series covers a little more of the meal prep. Definitely check that one out (kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ7Ok52Orpx-e6s). I am happy to cover this in more depth if there are specific areas that are unclear or you'd like more info on. Let me know. I get my next bulk deliver in October, so I'll be set with lots of meat to share tips and tricks with. 😊

[@sadiekastrick8911]

I just have 1 lab puppy and limited fridge space is there anything wrong with the packaged raw meat from the grocery store?

[@calvinmanish]

Hi that link to find the raw feeding co op is no good anymore, do you have new link for that website? The current link says the website might have been moved to a new web address.

[@stevenlouis1024]

they shutdown the site. I have a cane corso and im in california looking for local raw food for her. any suggestions

[@Magickfae]

Where is your co op!? I feel like I don't have access to one

[@kingperogieandcharlie7385]

What is a co-op

[@energeticsoulhealer888]

You are getting AMAZING prices. I haven't found anything for less than $4 per pound. My triple is $4.50 per pound. I have 6 dogs, and I'm spending a fortune on raw, ugh. Any suggestions? I'm in Phoenix AZ, and now using red angel raw co-op, but, again, it's not much cheaper than the butcher I was using.

[@danubiacallara]

Love your videos ! I’ll have my puppy in 3 weeks and I’m only concerned about bacterias and parasites . Is there any chance they can get those diseases thru raw food?

[@ES11777]

They absolutely can. That’s why it’s recommended to only give raw meat that has been in the freezer (for a time that’s specific to they type of meat, e.g meat from wild game will have to be freezed longer than meat from farmed animals) to kill the bacteria and parasites. And make sure the meat is unfreezed and at a room temp before giving to your dog

[@masyndaniel8253]

Oh gosh! I have two english mastiffs, and they do not eat raw, but I cant even imagine how expensive that would be. I always make sure to throw some healthy meat on their food, but I definitely don't know if I could afford to feed them raw.

[@BigDogMom]

I can definitely understand why you say that. I'm not going to lie - with rising meat prices, it's getting more and more difficult, but thankfully, we have been able to maintain the raw diet for both of my Mastiffs. I try to give tips on how to save money with giant dogs, but it's definitely not for everyone. It takes a lot more work for sure. It's wonderful you are adding some fresh meat for your Mastiffs. I'm trying to provide even more recipes and ideas for folks feeding kibble on how to make the most of that diet as well. Consider watching my interview on probiotics as well as the video I posted yesterday on bone broth. Both would be fantastic additions for your pups!

[@masyndaniel8253]

@@BigDogMom okay! Thank you so much!!!

[@bbtrucking1616]

Get a bottle of vitamin D tablets & put water in it and drizzle it on the food dogs need way more bone naturally they would be consuming a lot of bones in the wild.

[@BigDogMom]

I've never heard of doing this. Interesting! Thank you so much for the suggestion!

[@brittanyfrost7472]

What type of vitamin d tablets?

[@LuisCruz-ut7xy]

​@@brittanyfrost7472😂😂😂

[@jacquie1656]

Looking for a cheaper alternative as well as nutritious way of feeding my Newfoundland . He has allergies and I was told that it’s his dog food. Spending 1.75/can for food that is not even that nutritious.

[@savtrippy]

Hey how are you ? I wanted to know how did you find the place you get bulk from? Also do you find it easier to do it this way than just going to the grocery store for smaller amounts? I find my self at the store more often for the dog than I do my family , my dogs are Great Danes 5 month old and 7 weeks old and I can’t find a place that’ll let me order without being a food distributor….. I’m in Los Angeles California

[@BigDogMom]

LA should have tons of raw ordering options for you. Let me see if I can find some links and I'll edit this comment. I have a friend in CA that runs a raw food company... Let me see if she's in your area.

[@mikegee1543]

@@BigDogMom Hello I’m looking for a Raw food co-op in the Los Angeles area can you point me in the right direction I would really appreciate it

[@carolferguson]

I just bought the tube from the store & my baby won’t eat it! I tried hand feeding him, acting like I’m eating it, & putting it on a treat. Please help

[@TeddyCrochet]

any idea what i would do for a senior chihuahua who can't really eat bone? (he only has 4 teeth). would it be really terrible if we totally skip that part since it's a small percentage any way? he maybe could try a chicken foot or something here and there but he really has trouble chewing much of anything.

[@acekiddd161]

You could try a meat grinder or powder. Meat grinder works well though.

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

We will be getting our second newf in September, since my first didn’t start off on raw, so you have any suggestions, books??

[@BigDogMom]

I'm so excited for you!! Here are a few options I like in terms of books. This one by Thomas Sandberg is terrific: amzn.to/3BzoLdj. While this one (amzn.to/3BvGbHX) by Lew Olson doesn't have anything specific for large and giant breed dogs, I like that she has an entire section devoted to solving health issues naturally - or at least trying to through nutrition. And lastly, this book by Keep the Tail Wagging (amzn.to/3zvyv6x) answers some of the most common questions about raw feeding. The last thing I will say is that most of what I've learned about raw feeding has been from either experience or blogs like Dog's Naturally Magazine or Perfectly Rawsome. Joining Facebook groups for raw feeding or with your local raw co-op can also help as many in those groups are learning along with you. I hope this helps!! I can't wait to see the new baby! 🥰

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

@@BigDogMom thanks!! I’ll check them out. I just realized I asked this question twice snd can’t find my response to delete!😆

[@tamarasingleton5154]

I have a small dog. Can't i just grind the food myself from grocery store. ? Thz

[@reynaldomeade4797]

Also need to know what supplements you recommend for skin and coat digestion and maybe even a multi vitamin.

[@BigDogMom]

I have a video coming all about supplements I give and recommend. Hoping to have that one posted by next week. ☺️

[@reynaldomeade4797]

@@BigDogMom Blessings and hey, ok and I was not able to open up the page

[@reynaldomeade4797]

@@BigDogMom Thank you much I am watching the video, Dr very good God Bless

[@brittanyfrost7472]

If your going to mix raw and kibble together do you still need to supplement the diet or no?

[@annharmer68]

Do you only feed small amounts of chicken due the poor omega 3 to omega 6 ratio?

[@bonecc4061]

How much was all of this?

[@thepnt034]

Navigator is the best suv

[@BigDogMom]

Yes, we love ours! One day we'd love to get a new one.

[@cbzombiequeen58]

How do you get around the parasites in raw foods? Also how do you get around the fact that all commercial meats ate GMO grain feed with corn? I cant find any local place to buy, except Walmart. I have a commercial grinder so I can grind everything

[@BigDogMom]

These are great questions. Thank you! As far as parasites... I have a video and blog post coming that is going to address sanitation and infections due to raw meat. Stay tuned for that. To answer you briefly though, there is no way to "get around" them really. They are everywhere. The key with handling raw meat for humans or dogs is maintaining a clean environment and preventing cross contamination. Another key is keeping meat frozen or refrigerated until use and sanitizing dishes and bowls after use. There is much more on the topic, but that is a quick summary. As far as GMO, that's a tougher one as you don't really know what is given to the animals with certainty. I buy raw food from two different raw co-ops and a local Amish Farm (who I know doesn't use GMO grain). This is one of those things that I simply can't really control, so I don't worry too much about it.

[@larissadueck2643]

Are fish bones ok for dogs?

[@bbtrucking1616]

What co-op did you use in phx?

[@BigDogMom]

I used two different co-ops in AZ. Red Angel Raw and Suzi's Doggie Delights. Red Angel has a bulk pick up in Scottsdale once a month and Suzi's I just placed orders and picked up at their store on the west side of town as needed. Hope this helps. 😊

[@lyra201277]

What is raw pet food app? I can't find it 1:15

[@susanlee2584]

You mentioned you used to go to the coops in Phoenix… can you please give me the contact info??? It would be greatly appreciated!!

[@reynaldomeade4797]

Blessings and what great info, just a little skeptical because when I feed a little raw over a year ago her stomach was a little sensitive and skin, so I stop l, I did give her some raw ground twice and some last night will see how she takes to it, definitely want to put some weight I think I babies her she was small and now it’s beginning process again hoping her stomach will be ok, let me know something and your opinion asap please Ty much and God Bless.

[@BigDogMom]

One thing you may consider right now, whether you are feeding raw or not, is to be giving a probiotic. The one I recommend is Daily Dog. It's a yeast-based probiotic particularly suited for dogs with sensitive stomachs. Check out my video interview with the founder of that company to see if this might work for your sweet girl. This is the probiotic I feed everyday to my boys.kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6TVm3iZhc6Lhq8

[@reynaldomeade4797]

@@BigDogMom yes I am going to get it, I already have the kelp

[@reynaldomeade4797]

@@BigDogMom Blessings and yes I will definitely get the probiotics and will try not to be overwhelmed like I am already smh lol thank you much

[@ESM3RYE]

raw feeding miami is a very good place i order from

[@BigDogMom]

I have known several people who love Raw Feeding Miami. I have always worried about the cost of shipping it, so I've opted to buy more local. That said, RMF has a great selection of stuff I can't get get though.

[@ESM3RYE]

@@BigDogMom I usually Max out the box size so shipping can be a little less but it’s hard finding places in nyc shops I do find don’t have much sadly

[@dagneytaggart407]

Can I feed my small dog this same recipe just smaller amounts?

[@BigDogMom]

Yes, I don't see why not. Just be cautious of the size of bones you are feeding for obvious reasons.

[@megancotterly9357]

I wish there was a co op near me like this. I live in the Chicagoland area and everything I'm finding is SO MUCH MORE EXPENSIVE than what you have. I have a dog with allergies. He's allergic to most basic protiens in all kibble (chicken, lamb, goat, and pork). He's also allergic to sweet potato, potato, and all grains, and green peas. I litterally can't find any commercial dog food that has nothing He's allergic to. I have two dogs. Between them, I would need 129lb of food a month and everywhere I can find is over $300 a month and I just can't afford that. I am so discouraged. I dont know what to do

[@BigDogMom]

We aren't that far from you if you aren't opposed to driving a couple hours depending on where you are in Chicago. Another option is to consider joining the FB group called Raw Feeding University and posting in there that you are in the Chicago area and need to find a local raw supplier. And some other options for less expensive meat are local meat markets (I get a lot of organ through my BIL who raises cows and would otherwise be throwing the organ away) and the Amish, who sometimes will sell meat less expensively. That said, as far as the allergies go - have you tried a raw version of the proteins he's allergic to? In other words, you mentioned chicken... is that just a processed kibble chicken, or all chicken? Normally, raw is much easier for these very allergic dogs. I hope some of this helps! Please keep me posted.

[@VictoriaVaden]

I have a 3-year-old Golden Retriever who has the same allergies. I’m in the smallest (population) state, and we don’t have a co-op like this either…they’re only for vegetables and fruits, but not meats. Did you figure anything out?

[@Jay_P86]

Sell the dogs.

[@galinagause6273]

Would I be able to feed kibble in the morning and raw in the afternoon because I work in the morning kibble is just so much easier but I really want my dogs to be healthier.

[@BigDogMom]

In my opinion, yes, absolutely. Now, keep in mind there are some in the raw feeding community that will disagree with me. They believe no kibble should be fed and/or that you shouldn't mix the two. I just published a new video that somewhat addresses some of these differences in perspectives. I think you will like it. At the end of the day, you need to do what works best for you and your dog. It is my belief that some raw is better than none. I hope this helps!

[@galinagause6273]

@@BigDogMom thank you!!

[@Aviolatedpenut]

can we get a reason why u need multiple meats? i know a few chicken only feeders with perfect packs

[@BigDogMom]

That is a great question! Between white (chicken, turkey, rabbit, quail) and red meats (beef, lamb, pork, duck, venison), there is a difference in protein and fat balance as well as the amount of water-soluble vitamins. Your red meats are going to be highest in those, however, they are often more expensive to feed. I like to feed several protein sources to ensure my dogs are getting the vitamins they need, not overdoing any one nutrient, and also to keep my costs down. I would never feed a diet of only chicken as it's one of the most inflammatory protein sources and for growing large and giant breed dogs, can wreck havoc on their growing bones and joints.

[@stephaniespalmer]

I need just a little bit of help. So my dog is 13 this year, he has atopic dermatitis and is super allergic to beef and chicken kibble or processed chicken of any kind. Would I be able to try another poultry such as quail, goose or turkey raw? It's hard to want to try things without a good idea if it'll make him react

[@Tranny-mh1cr]

raw foods should be fine for him any kind is.

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

My newf stopped eating and lost weight. Now I’m back to having to raw feed again as his itching is severe!!! But he hates it😫 He’s a 15 month old newf…any helps on how to get him to eat? And veggies? Refuses

[@TheSuperi9]

at this age you should be hand feeding your dog. since raw is new to your dog texture maybe the prime issue. hand feed the raw food semi frozen. stop giving treats or other food that's not his main diet. if you are doing a diy cut the the meats up in cubes so when its time to feed the night before put it in the fridge so by morning its semi frozen. some dogs just don't like the texture especially liver and kidney. if you are feeding raw you are feeding raw. the next thing thing you can do is grind it and feed it frozen to semi frozen. for the fruits and vegetables you need to steam the veg and puree it. with the fruits you need to puree it like a smoothie. if you are adding seeds they need to be soaked and blended as well. dogs don't have the ability to break-down plant cell walls so by doing these breaks down the plant cell wall making the nutrient absorption better.

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

@@TheSuperi9 he does prefer I hand him food, the organs I freeze and meat is seared. He sniffs every thing! The last time I did this I froze everything, but gave up thinking he just wasn’t eating enough. He still only eats 3-3.5lbs, not the suggested 4.5. I’m a NO treat mom so nothing in between. I do think I need to feed him later in the evening.

[@eifionphillips3004]

Add brown rice, buckwheat or sweet potato. A good quality human grade dog meat is fine and add more veg if you want, for an old dog digestive enzymes for dogs eating cooked for is a must. Moringa powder add nutrients lost in cooked meat and much more.

[@anythingplants4434]

You never once mentioned where you ordered from. Also links would be nice!

[@BigDogMom]

I order through a local raw food co-op. This will be different for everyone depending on where you live, which is why I didn't provide details. There are companies that ship raw food nationally, but I have not found them economical for large dogs. I hope that helps.

[@happynessadict]

is the protein Hormone and Anitibiotic free ?

[@BigDogMom]

Yes, most of the meat I order is, however, I order from two different suppliers and some of this will depend on the source and type of protein I'm ordering. I really try to order hormone and antibiotic-free meat for myself and my dogs as much as possible.

[@megse9437]

Did you start your dogs on raw as puppies? Just wondering if it's best to wait until they are fully developed (1-2 yrs) before going 100% raw (still incorporating some raw). I am assuming the guidelines change alot for developing pups.

[@Courts_Motivation]

This a great question thats I’m wanting the answer as well!

[@brycelynch8094]

There's a weight a ratio, weight of the dog compared to the weight of the feed, you can Google it, I have a dane/mastiff mix I've been doing raw and cooked no kibble since he was 3 months old and I've had no problems only great results 👍

[@b4kedbean]

Dogs can actually go straight to raw after weaning !! It’s totally okay to start at a young age☺️

[@tq2483]

I started my pup on raw at 12 weeks. He loves it. Definitely don't wait. It will get harder to transition as they get older.

[@nogames8982]

I really wish there was a raw food co-op in my area but there isn't.

[@BigDogMom]

Ugh... I'm so sorry! Have you tried any local butcher shops? What state are you in?

[@nogames8982]

@@BigDogMom I am in Eastern Washington state. The local butcher shops I can't get anything under six bucks a pound except for organ meat and then I can only get heart and liver.

[@vcs99]

@@nogames8982 I think beef heart is considered a meat and not an organ. Confirm that though.

[@orgoremedia]

Question, why would a dog need pork or beef in their diet when normally, no dog in the wild would ever have beef or pork, chicken and turkey I can see, as dogs will hunt down chickens and such. But whys it a necessity to add beef to their diet when they would have never had then anyways?

[@KK-dn8yj]

I love you! You’re soo damn pretty too! 🇬🇧

[@reynaldomeade4797]

Also I’m trying to check for the raw feeding community and the page is not opening up at all, God Bless

[@BigDogMom]

Were you able to get it to open? I can check my links again. Maybe try again and let me know.

[@mskatefish]

Does heart count as muscle meat or organ meat?

[@bartomiejzajac7552]

Did you know that pork has very bad calcium to phosporus ratio ? If you feed raw pork you need to suplement more calcium than ususal

[@BigDogMom]

I didn't... but I wonder why that would be. 🤔 One would think the bone-in portions of either beef or pork or chicken would be calculated the same. As long as you are feeding 10+% bone in a raw diet, the Ca/Ph should be balanced. I show the calculation in the second video of this series - my 10 tips for new raw feeders.

[@bartomiejzajac7552]

@@BigDogMom dont know ratio in bones but pork has 1:1,5 the problem is that ratio in feed should be at least 1:1 the beat would be 1,5:1 as far as bone can provide amount calcium needed to change ratio it would be great

[@ykonratev]

@@bartomiejzajac7552 bro you're way overwhelming it just give some milk the next day it'll be fine it doesn't need to be all perfectly even every meal nothing on planet earth eats like that

[@richardbaldwin1788]

How old does the dog have to be? I have a 11 week old gsd.. please let me know

[@BigDogMom]

I know some breeder who wean their puppies on raw. That said, if your puppy was eating kibble when you picked him/her up from the breeder, it's fine to transition any time. Mine have always been about 10-11 weeks.

[@vanglor2844]

MN residence?

[@chichirinuriko20]

Omg! Where are you ordering 0.85 per Ib of meat from?

[@BigDogMom]

Just my local co-op. I have prices of certain cuts and organs varies by geography slightly as I was not able to get anything that cheap, even chicken, that cheap in AZ. My guess is the supplier bases prices in part on what he needs to clear out of his inventory. So my prices may go up when I order again.

[@Courts_Motivation]

@@BigDogMom I’m in Queen Creek AZ what store are you getting this meat from!?

[@boston05011]

So they drool a lot where your house s always a mess? Or is it not as bad as people say.

[@BigDogMom]

That is a great question... I actually just did a video all about the "mess" with Mastiffs. Here is the link for that one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2qUYYyAm8achpo. Honestly, it's not that bad and certainly varies dog to dog. You just have to keep up with it. 😊

[@boston05011]

@@BigDogMom awesome. Thank you. Any good reputable breeders close to Massachusetts that you know of ?

[@myfivestarrealty]

But the tripe must be green not bleached...

[@BigDogMom]

Yes, I only ever feed green tripe that is fresh/raw.

[@miladyx5613]

The co-ops in California are so over priced. I can literally go to Walmart and just buy the 10lb ground beef tubes for my dog.

[@ES11777]

My dog loves raw meat. But I know some dogs don’t like it for some reason and will only eat cooked

[@kingperogieandcharlie7385]

Sadly that would cost at least 1,500.00 from a meat market

[@prtbone78]

Alllll of that for close to 300 bucks. Sheeeesh

[@peaceandlove5214]

But prey organs I much more than 10 percent.

[@adrianadriano8951]

The Infectious Dangers of Eating Raw Chicken Eating raw chicken falls squarely in the "not good for dogs" category as a result of these dangerous bacteria. Raw chicken meat can be a source of certain kinds of bacteria that can lead to gastrointestinal salmonella infections in both humans and dogs.Jul 28, 2022

[@daniellejeanette]

🙄😂

[@adrianadriano8951]

@@daniellejeanette Right now we have the bird flu on top of it ! Would you like that in your loving furry pets ??

[@adrianadriano8951]

It's better to cook the food to 165F, that way it will kill most of bacteria and viruses 🙏

[@daniellejeanette]

@@adrianadriano8951 yea and get rid of most of the nutrients in doing so. Please educate yourself with updated & factual information. There's a lot of sites spreading bad info.

[@adrianadriano8951]

@@daniellejeanette Do us humans eat raw meat ? No ! And yet we seem to leave a long life !! 😉

[@kevywilliams3304]

Good for you but you need microgreens .. sunflower Brocolli grasses . They need greens and some berries or citrus … oh and btw … dogs did not fish …. They also would never eat 15% bone in a day….

[@MartinGonzalez-sl2kj]

Talk too much about nothing for half the video 😅

[@BigDogMom]

Thank you for watching anyway. I have lots of other videos on raw feeding that may be more what you are looking for.

[@AnjuJohn-oy2dw]

Hey your video was very informative

[@shutyofacejerk]

Your cameraman drunk? Or do you live on a boat ? Nice refrigerator by the way