Episode 28 - Holistic Dog Care And Raw Diet Tips With Roberta Donaldson

4/13/2020

The Positively Green Podcast is pleased to bring back Roberta Donaldson of The Millennial Cat Mom to talk about all things holistic dog care and raw diet feeding for your pooch. In this episode, we learn about the scientific evidence behind feeding your dog a raw diet, the sustainability issues around the pet food industry, and what natural flea and tick remedies exist for your pup.

Why you should consider a raw diet for your dog and other holistic dog care tips

Topics Covered:

The problem with conventional dog kibble, how it’s made, and how it affects health
What label splitting is and why it’s so deceiving on an ingredient list
Raw feeding and why it’s so beneficial for dogs and akin to their wild carnivore diet
Why most vets advise against “grain free” diets; should we actually be concerned about DCM in dogs?
Better kibble and raw food alternatives
How to get started with raw feeding and supplementation (and why it doesn’t have to break the bank)
Natural treats, eco-friendly toys, and supplies
Holistic flea and tick remedies

Resources Mentioned:

Click & Grow Smart Garden
Dr. Karen Becker's TED Talk
Dr. Susan Thixton from the Truth About Pet Food
Pet Fooled documentary
Grabbies compostable poo bags
Earth Animal flea and tick products
EarthHero dog toys (Beco bones)
Dogs Naturally Magazine
Raw Feeding Community
University of Helsinki study

Better Dog Food Brands To Check Out:

Kibble:

Raw:

What to ask your pet food manufacturer:

Ask for a guarantee in writing that all meat ingredients are sourced from USDA-inspected and passed animals. Also ask for a written guarantee that all ingredients are transported and warehoused under refrigeration.