Dr. Judy's Pet Food Criteria | FAQ's What & Why

[@Thedailydog]

so glad there are people on Dr Judy's page who can understand how important it is to create a clean environment for our pets. Feeding them a raw and gently cooked foods. We have total control over our pets diets

[@PaulaShawmcminn-tg9ys]

Sister told me to listen. To her I am wondering what a teacup puppy should eat

[@lunapolaris8648]

I want to say thank you doctor for all those great explanations and advice about cats and dogs nutrition. I have a mini dachshund 3 years old and I care a lot about what he eats. Never eaten any kibble. I cook for him. Thank you very much.❤ greetings from France. Your videos

[@passionateherbs]

I've been making homemade dog food since February 2020 and it is now much improved since watching your videos. I was adding chicken liver and heart, but I was very uncomfortable adding it because it wasn't organic so I stopped. This is what I currently add to my pup loaf... 3 pounds organic ground turkey, 6 pounds organic grass fed hamburger, 1 cup wild or organic blueberries, 1 cup organic spinach, 1 cup organic broccoli, 1 cup organic butternut squash, 1 can organic pumpkin, 3 cans sardines in water with no added salt, 3 tsp seaweed calcium, 3 tbsp of organic greens powder, 2 tbsp organic turmeric powder, 6-8 organic pasture raised eggs, and 3 tbsp organic flaxseed oil. They also get a vitamin.

[@whatneth]

Do you cook the eggs

[@whatneth]

Also how much do you give / portions

[@passionateherbs]

@whatneth I make a "puploaf" / meatloaf like I saw Dr. Judy does in one of her videos, so yes, the eggs are cooked. I do, on occasion, give them very small amounts of raw beef.

[@passionateherbs]

@@whatneth My 16 pound poodle gets 3 - 3.5 oz and my 27 pound rat terrier mix/mutt gets 7 - 8 oz. It depends on their exercise level for the day and if I have given them or plan to give them treats.

[@veronicaziegler63]

How long do you cook it or is it raw

[@allentabbert1272]

You help make my girl a very happy and healthy dog and I appreciate that very very much, ty Doc

[@gclepine]

Thank you very much for this great video. I have been giving my dogs VIVA Raw because Dr. Morgan is on their website recommending their raw pet food. So far, I am very happy with the healthy results of my dogs from eating VIVA Raw dog food. I had two Golden Retrievers who both died from cancer at the early age of 8 years old! They were both on high end kibble. I WILL NEVER FEED MY DOGS KIBBLE EVER AGAIN!

[@FighterPilot1945]

Always very useful food and good health advice and education for our dogs! Thanks Judy ❤👌🇬🇧

[@jo-annsangataldo65]

Thank you!!!❤🐕 sharing

[@DrawerFullofRocks]

I appreciate your educational content so much. I made a comment on another of your videos that was deleted because it stated that I had changed my dogs to a PPP product and they seemed to be doing fine. No worries. I understand, perhaps, why it was deleted. But here is the truth of my food journey with my four dogs (3 Catahoula Leopard Dog mixes and 1 very senior Aussie), I am now making the majority of their well-balanced natural foods with only a small amount of dry kibble in the mix. With a lot of research along with your educational videos about how to understand pet food labels, I did change their dry food to a much healthier brand than the PPP because they were suddenly acting as if they were unwell...not their usual perky selves. It is a 60/40 ratio of real meat (no meat meals and all meats are identified) to veggies, fruits, traditional grains (no corn. no soy) and is low-carb. Too, vitamins and minerals are not synthetic. So I am here to offer thanks to you, and to other advocates I follow, who are working to fight against the detriments of too many brands of unhealthy, mass-produced pet foods. I am grateful for what I have learned by taking time in the mornings with my coffee to learn, and then to put what I learned into action for my four beautiful best friends.

[@gretchenkiley6615]

I am so grateful for you, Dr. Judy! I've learned so much & am very grateful for the continuing education ❤ I'm horrified by what I used to unknowingly feed my baby 😔 Expensive major brand (2 brands) $4 American/can. Now dehydrated food & meat, I use a spoon to help feed beautiful Labby boy now since the food is a bit soupy - truly only a bit ❤🐾 Sincere thanks!!

[@gretchenkiley6615]

Thank you SO much, Dr. Judy!

[@cassandragoss1624]

Thank you Dr. Judy such good information! I shared this link with my group this morning. 😊

[@mienmiennn]

Thank you so very much. It's so hard to read the labels. I learnt to take a photo of them so that I can make the letters bigger. Every time I read one of these "organic" "natural" food labels, I get sad. And the best trademark in Spain doesn't sit well in my dog's belly. I don't mind walking the city with an intestine, but she doesn't want it. Natural heart and liver soup took her to emergencies. I can't cook much, It's so tricky and I feel so silly, but thanks to vets like you it has improved and now my cat likes wet food. thank you very much

[@Zizzyyzz]

Excellent info, as usual. Thanks, Dr. Judy! 🌞🐾🐕🐶

[@davidmacdonald1579]

Excellent advice as always.

[@Breezyreyreyrio]

Thank you Dr Judy. Great information.

[@nogames8982]

I’ve been feeding Raw to my dogs and cats for a little over 20 years now. Highly recommend it. I’ve done everything from premade to full DIY and a combination of both. People don’t realize that it is possible to feed a good raw diet for the same amount of money that you’re paying for that crappy kibble.

[@joanies6778]

Fortunately, my doggy day care allows me to bring in my dog's cooked pup loaf meals, which have to be refrigerated. I also have them add warm water mixed with dried goat's milk before serving. They sell raw dog food products, so many of their clients' dogs eat raw... for boarding, they have to prepare for that with refrigeration and washing the dishes (or using paper plates). I feel so lucky my dog's day care can accomodate him!

[@tracyl.8497]

@joanies6778 what purpose does the goats milk serve just moisture ?

[@DrJudyMorgan]

🥛 The use of dairy in a dog or cat’s diet is controversial. For me, “raw or not at all” usually applies to dairy because the pasteurization process destroys beneficial enzymes, probiotics, and vitamins. 🐐 Fermented, raw goat’s milk is my top dairy choice for dogs and cats. It is an easily digestible source of many nutrients and you can ferment your own SO EASILY 👏🏻 1️⃣ Start with raw goat’s milk from an ethical company. I like @greenjujukitchen 2️⃣ Add a probiotic of your choice (options below) 3️⃣ Let it sit on your counter for 24 hours 🥳 You now have fermented, raw goat’s milk you can give to your dog or cat. (Store in the fridge).

[@KitKatLisa]

@@DrJudyMorgan Thank you for that, Dr. Judy. Much appreciated ❤️😺❤️

[@simonepitre9996]

Does anyone know anything about dr Marty's pet food?

[@malishomecooking6008]

Dr. Judy, I thank you for educate us the pet parents, I follow you for years and I love the fact that you are trying to help and improve so many pets health. Bravo 👏 great work 👍 but I really get very frustrated when I try to look for dog food, after researching for months till now I couldn’t find any dry dog food that I can trust, I tried several types of freeze dried food or dehydrated food and unfortunately my husky dog refuses to eat that, he turns his head away 😢 I was interested in honest kitchen human grade food clusters but I realized that it contains lentils, from your other videos I understood that lentils are ok so far but we can’t know for sure if it actually can prevent absorption of taurine. Am I wrong? Can you recommend us a good quality of dry food brand? I cook for my dog every day, almost the same meal as I cook for my family , I cook his meals separately without onions, grains , or spices that are not allowed for dogs, I do use turmeric and dash of black pepper and sometimes I use cinnamon or ginger. But I know that it’s not a nutritionally balanced meal that’s why I need a good base of dry food. However I did buy complete vitamins for dogs but my dog smells it in his food and doesn’t want to eat, so I’m really desperate. Please help me out and direct me for a good brand that you are recommend. Thank you again for a fantastic job, your love for animals really touched my heart. God bless you and your family and your pups. 🙏😍

[@cassandragoss1624]

Do you have a hard copy list of the recommended products and the ones to avoid? Other then the blog which is good as well.

[@kathleenrutherford733]

Thank you

[@gretchenkiley6615]

Thank you, Dr. Judy!!! ❤🐾

[@simonepitre9996]

I use a freeze dried meat food. Dr martys. I mix it with kibble and weaning her off kibble. When she was on just kibble she drank sooo much water. Now its better

[@wendymueller8709]

Thank you for your video. I have been feeding raw food to my dogs for 4 years now. One comment that I would like to make, is that over the years I have been checking out the deer kills from our local coyote population. I have been fortunate enough to come across some very fresh kills. I can say with certainty that the coyotes do Not eat the stomach content of the deer. Everything else is gone and eaten, but the stomach content has been left behind. They eat the stomach lining, but not the contents. To me this would indicate that they actually do not eat or want much vegetation. It is the other scavengers (Ravens, Crows, Turkey Vultures etc that do the cleanup). This is just my own observations. I also have a friend who's dog catches and eats groundhogs. Her dog will shake the heck out of the kill, in order to rid it of intestines and stomach. She will never eat it. Her dog, my dogs and the wild coyotes will eat the fur and feathers however (Partially for fibre and manganese perhaps?) Thanks again for all that you do. You are a voice that our pets need in their corner

[@DebAnn-j9u]

Thank you for all the wonderful information. You make it easier to understand. My dog had a ear infection with both eardrums ruptured and now is on antibiotics for 21 days. I feed her grass fed beef cooked broccoli, spinach, carrots, and a little sweet potato. Coconut oil or olive oil, Also organic blueberries. and Ground Organic flax seed. Some sardines with no salt in the water. I’m guessing the beef is not good for her anymore so I’m going to try grass fed lamb for awhile. Need to add organ meats but not sure what animal I should use. Shes 10 and I’ll do anything to help her. Any suggestions?

[@angelaharris1112]

Just discovered you and subscribed!

[@annieoaklee7588]

Some people advise to only add 20% raw to kibble to maintain balance. If I can afford to add more is this bad? Thank you for teaching/sharing all this info!!

[@akik8253]

My dog🐶 cat😻 and i😍 LOVE YOU🙏🤗🇦🇺

[@leecollard3001]

Dr Judy, what are your thoughts on Halo canned cat foods?

[@marshared]

These same principles also can be applied to humans. Dr.Ken Berry

[@istandforfreedom1111]

Yes!!!

[@amcr9624]

As you're a DVM that now heavily promotes raw foods, I've watched all of your videos and those with Dr Rachel Fusaro, which has helped and educated me so much with my raw fed dog, which I so truly appreciate so much. While you were practicing, did you promote kibble brands? I'm genuinely curious if you recieved the offers of kickbacks back in the day from these kibbles companies?

[@goodtoseeyou]

YAY!

[@niecek.6473]

I make my dog’s food the past 2-1/2 years, I actually add 2 Tbsp of warm water to their food, everything human grade 😊

[@WolfMage888]

Be sure its filtered water

[@aimeebickford8494]

I will be adopting a Boxer rescue and would like to transition him to raw foods and off fake foods. What is the proper way to transition his diet?

[@Stogi-]

If feeding raw chicken is it ok to leave the bones in ?

[@whosoever316]

Dr. Judy - what are your thoughts on BULLY STICKS? Our new large breed puppy has such a strong desire to chew. Are bully sticks a good choice? I've had clients whose dogs broke a tooth on raw bones, so prefer to avoid those for chewing.

[@DrJudyMorgan]

drjudymorgan.com/products/icelandic-lamb-horn-dog-treat?_pos=9&_sid=e27adc4a0&_ss=r

[@JW24928]

Is Ollie a good choice?

[@ZipitBedding]

How can we order your food?

[@lelialar]

QUEEN!!!!!

[@jwwww6082]

If I am feeding your heart diet recipe, do I need to supplement, or is it balanced without any supplements?

[@DrJudyMorgan]

The recipes I have created are complete and balanced. You do not have to add additional supplements unless you want to.

[@kristenharbold274]

I heard fresh mushrooms from the store are good for dogs. Could you confirm that or not?

[@mamabear9389]

I think human grade makes sense, however wonderful products by companies like Raw Feeding Miami are not really for human consumption, but I feel they are great products. They have a great selection of organ meats. It is important to make sure that the items are not from dead, diseased or dying animals but I don't think we can expect these products to be for human consumption.

[@mckenzieeleah]

Hi dr Judy please can you help me! My dog has a rare allergy to meat and can only tolerate fish and eggs. How can I make a suitable health homemade dog food that will meet his nutritional needs. I really don’t want to keep feeding him kibble 😥 Please help 🙏🏽

[@angelina527]

You can add quinoa as a protein to your pups food. Try buying frozen fish salmon is a good one. ❤

[@ronejr766]

Sardines and mackerel also.

[@akhiker01]

Question ?? So raw dog food from farms that have ash added and box says not for human grade … is not good ? I am able to get a beef blend with proper amounts of beef, liver, kidney and heart for raw feeding. I add to origens kibble. The farm states .. All of the beef products we offer are from Southeastern Minnesota down cows. The "down" cow means a cow that has a broken leg, broken back, too large of calf or having twins, twisted stomach, bad feet, fatty liver, stubborn and won't get up, and walking cows that did not get up on the trailer at the human consumption plant. 🤔

[@janetharrison4374]

My 2 yr old mini golden has been on a raw diet for over 7 months and has gained over 8 lbs. I cut back on her portions and she continues to gain. I’m very concerned. What is causing this rapid weight gain?

[@ddova2744]

Can a raw beef diet affect liver ALT levels?

[@DrJudyMorgan]

ALT levels are mentioned in here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXvInattppZ2gJo

[@tracyl.8497]

Is squash, cucumbers and broth good sources of moisture to add to semi cooked or raw food

[@robinholbrook8296]

Squash is good too add. Homemade chicken broth ( no salt) is great too. I use dark meat chicken, chicken liver, sweet potatoes, rice, spilt peas, lentils, eggs, ground up egg shells, raw carrots , green beans. I use about anything but onions, garlic. Dogs can’t have onions, garlic.

[@tracyl.8497]

@@robinholbrook8296 thank you

[@annagalati34]

​@@robinholbrook8296No lentils or peas!!!

[@robinholbrook8296]

@@annagalati34 Google said lentils are safe for homemade dog food

[@DrJudyMorgan]

Garlic is fine for our pets! It is NOT TOXIC! Garlic can be beneficial for both dogs and cats in appropriate doses. I use fresh crushed cloves to get the full benefits of garlic. 🐱 For cats: 1/4 clove (crushed) daily, 3-4 days per week. 🐶 For dogs: 1/2 clove (crushed) per 20 pounds of body weight daily, with a maximum of 3 cloves. Best to take at least 1 day per week off. *Please make sure to note the difference between a clove and a bulb/head of garlic. Not recommended for puppies and kittens. Long term use is contraindicated in pets with vision issues. If your pet has a history of hemolytic anemia, it would be safer to avoid use of garlic in any form.

[@dianariggs8604]

I buy fresh dog food from a company that makes only fresh dog food. Organ treats also. It's expensive but it's cheaper than the vet.

[@Tailionis]

I need help! My veterinarians is telling me I need a 4th booster for my puppy. I got her 3 because they were so persistent and said 2 wouldn't last. I was following the guide her and Rachael made. They said a titer test wouldn't show if the immmunity would last so was pointless before a year. But idk why they are pushing a 4th puppy vaccine? Are the strains not strong enough with just 3? I don't get it.

[@LackTheSilverStacker]

Don't get the injection if it feels wrong! We just adopted a dog and his shot record was crazy 7 immunizations and flea sht inj. Nope. Last shot my new dog will get! It's all a racket. Rabbies is also a scam never seen a rabbit dog or cat or anything and yet we inj. Them every year!?

[@voiceofreason7856]

You vet sounds like nothing less than a pusher of drugs and you're right to be skeptical !! I hope Dr. Judy answers your comment OR check her You Tube channel. She has many videos on the pitfalls of OVER VACCINATION and how it actually harms dogs. My vet tried the SAME thing with me when my dog was a puppy.(That was 4 years ago) I listened to my Collie breeder, instead, and followed her lead : initial core vaccines at about 8 and 12 weeks old ( DHPP- distemper, hepatitis, parvo, para influenza ) - NO other boosters for them, and NO rabies shot till 6 months old. And nothing after that.You can go the titer test route, and only give boosters when necessary. It's what she's followed for her dogs, for literally decades, and she has some of the healthiest dogs you'll ever see. Dr.Judy will tell you - in her videos - that many of the shots last for years, and some last a lifetime. And some are not necessary at all for the majority of dogs. YET most vets are STILL pushing the 'Yearly Vaccines'. Of course they are - it's where they make the bulk of their money !! That, and neutering /spaying EVERY animal that comes into their practise. Dr. Judy has made videos on that topic too. I didn't get my guy neutered, and he's the gentlest dog you'll ever see, and gets on well with other dogs - NO aggression, NO 'behaviours', which is what they warn you they'll be if not neutered ! It's pure nonsense. So check our Dr. Judy's other videos on these topics and good luck with your new fur baby ! :)

[@delaville680]

Is there another vet you can switch to? I am going to my first vet appt tomorrow with the shelter dog I adopted 2 weeks ago. Thanks to this channel & another I follow, I am ready to be an educated advocate for my fur baby. If they are not cooperative, I am prepared to go to another vet who is further away.

[@Tailionis]

@@delaville680 I've been to 3 different ones. They all push the vaccines. Even a so-called hollistic vet was being very persistent. But the thing is they had said 3 vaccines, and this vet is saying 4. Are there different strengths or what? Why are some pushing 3 and some 4.

[@kks3021]

Lots of vets push vaccines that are unnecessary and end up making your pet sick and dying sooner. Yearly vaccines are a lie! Look into holistic vets in your area. They still recommend certain vaccines but they will guide you into making better choices for your fur baby. You can educate yourself by researching what vaccines are actually necessary and what aren't. I hope this helps

[@andreakhaleel5409]

Hi Dr I just discovered you on KZbin. My 1 1/2 year old Pitt Mix is having possible allergies or allergic reaction to something unknown. I have eliminated plain yogurt and eggs from her diet. She gets home made food and was improving then she was breaking out on her genital area and is itching and shedding. I am using natural supplements and tropicals and will purchase a home allergy test suggested by the Vet Hospital. Any suggestions would be helpful. The 3 year old Havanese Shtisu is also itching but has no skin lesions

[@DrJudyMorgan]

Take the allergy test for both food and environmental: drjudymorgan.com/products/allergy-panel-test-kit?_pos=3&_sid=25a787a7f&_ss=r It will help tremendously by taking the guess work out of possible options, especially if it is more than one allergy issue.

[@terrir3991]

We just got a standard poodle puppy. We feed our older puppy OC Raw. What amount should we feed the puppy.?

[@anne1579]

With RFK in charge of the FDA the whole food/feed definition will be thrown into the boot of the car like road kill to be eaten by all 😂

[@amaras_rescued_animals]

But what if your dogs are suspected of kidney damage? Because kidney damage is not revealed unless 70..80% damaged. We don't have other testings here. Also poisoning of rescued dogs any dogs is so common in my country that the risks are high.

[@ronejr766]

Are any pet food companies still a concern from a year ago.. when pets were claimed to be suddenly ill?

[@btpuppy2]

Dogs may not have a requirement for carbs, but my breed looks terrible on raw only with no carbs. They could not be shown at a dog show without some carb in their food. Boston Terriers are different.

[@melissavalentine9771]

Assuming lypoma is this " benign" soft thing on my dog's side, he's 19 and we had it checked....they said it's benign

[@ronejr766]

I’m no vet, but.. for the most part, “soft thing” is less of a worry over “firm thing”.

[@albaalvarado714]

Greetings Dr!! How can I contact you? You, my dog ​​has diabetes and I need guidance with his diet please

[@SummerHawaii582]

Carnivore low carb

[@albaalvarado714]

@@SummerHawaii582 Can you help me see the ingredients I should give please?

[@DrJudyMorgan]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqeUgXecprF5gMk

[@MH-se2zs]

I’m confused no green beans and sweet peas and potatoes bad for dog 😮🧐 other Vets saying they all good to add to dog diet. Did I misunderstood???

[@melissavalentine9771]

Uh because they're lying to you, they have to stay in business

[@sharonhoffman4588]

i think the green beans are ok bc they’re high in fiber

[@cosmeticsandpurseswithevelyn]

Ever since I discovered that PURINA had atrocious report about peoples pets and my 2 fur babies were going through 60 cans of Friskies from PURINA I wanted to stop feeding them it but since buying other brands they wont eat it except MEOW MIX and SHEBA which is very expensive for the amount per dollar. I have been going crazy trying different canned food my male cat is difficult to get to eat I litterally have to chase him with a bowl to get him to start eatting or wait till he want to try new foods I serve while his sister is over weight and has a great appetite while I have to try to give him sonsume more food than her because of him being long and sendero. Finally I had to give in a purchase FANCY to see if he would at least eat. This experience has drainned me out at 65 years old going back and forth to the refrigerador with the left overs all in different containers. Wish I could still give them tbeir PURINA FRISKIES 60/40 packs, that would male life a whole lot easier.

[@lisakaye9340]

I’m having the same issue. My dogs - totally 💯 on homemade food. My 3 cats 🐈- won’t eat the homemade. They only want the friskees canned. They are 10 years old, so changing habits are hard.

[@veronicaziegler63]

Is your pup load cooked or raw I tried raw one time he wouldnt touch it

[@DrJudyMorgan]

Puploaf can be raw or gently cooked

[@snezanavl8580]

I've tried raw and slightly cooked but my shih Tzu still chews at her paws and scratches I gave up on raw and have started kibble till she improves. Some dogs might not be able to handle so much protein, dogs in the wild did not eat 2 meals per day they were lucky to eat 3 times a week if they caught a prey.

[@RoseJS118]

Hi, how long were you feeding cooked and raw before switching back to kibble ?

[@snezanavl8580]

@@RoseJS118 part raw and part kibble till for 2 years and just now raw only for 3 months

[@michellewoods928]

Definitely try the Dr. Jean Dodds Nutriscan test to see what your dog is allergic to. I'm am assuming Dr. Judy would recommend this test also.

[@snezanavl8580]

@@michellewoods928 not available here I'm in Australia, is that a fur , blood or skin test.

[@grateful7420]

My pup is allergic to chicken. She licked at her paws incessantly when chicken was part of her diet.

[@PriyankaGupta-kl9ex]

Ma'm is it 65% meat, 25% vegetables, 5% bone broth+ 5% sun flower seed and flax seeds

[@melmoon1301]

Just FYI dogs are biologically considered what is called a facultative carnivore. There's obligate vs facultative.

[@ashleyrose742]

They're actually changing it around again

[@jonabequinesio8566]

My wake up call i am switching my cat food.No question my cat is obligate carnivore and same with human

[@treasuretrovel3816]

So, you actually do not know that your previous doberman's lipomas were caused by a low moisture diet because they could be caused by any single or combination of toxins in the kibble. You are making a big assumption that the lipomas were a direct result of water content. My senior poodle developed some very large lipomas and he was always given a high moisture content diet. My hypothesis is that lipomas are more likely to result from de-sexing and age of de-sexing plays a major role.

[@ronaldkrikorian4712]

I would Never feed my cats raw food!

[@attella-dh9en]

Hi Dr Judy. I have cavalier 8 years old and she has heart mormar stage 3 could you possibly recommend what meds to give her or what should i do in yhis situation. Thanks

[@DrJudyMorgan]

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[@DrJudyMorgan]

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