Some dogs, especially when they are young, have an amazing ability to digest just about anything that looks like food and do well on it. However, even they have a tendency to degenerate as they grow older, usually at 4-5 years of age. When the organs of the body, especially the all-important digestive machine, the […]
What if my veterinarian says a raw meat diet is unsafe?
Unfortunately, many veterinary schools provide less than adequate education on basic canine and feline nutrition. Few veterinarians know that raw meat diets have been provided these same raw meat diets to zoos, circuses, wildlife parks, and professional dog and cat breeders for many decades. Ask any customer, and you will discover health benefits from a […]
Does the Tefco raw diet reduce/prevent tartar on teeth – why?
Raw meat pet diets do not produce tartar on teeth for one reason – enzymes. Raw meat left between teeth or along the gum line will self-digest because of the undestroyed natural digestive enzymes. On the other hand, cooked food particles can remain on the gum line, setting up the perfect host for bacteria to […]
What is the proper way to feed the 2-pound rolls? How do I thaw the rolls before feeding?
Defrosting raw meat should always be done slowly in the refrigerator. Remove the plastic wrapper from the frozen roll, place in a covered container and place in refrigerator. Each day the outer layer of meat will be thawed enough for feeding. Another technique: place 2-pound roll in refrigerator overnight, then cut with large or electric […]
