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Issue 06 | May 2015
WHAT YOUR COMPANION DOGS SHOULD BE EATING AND WHY
THE FULL EXPLANATION Despite dogs being classified taxonomically as carnivores, evolution can do funny things with animals and in the case of our dogs,
they
have
adapted
to
an
omnivorous
lifestyle. The same applies to bears and raccoons. Giant pandas are also classified as carnivores, despite the fact that they have a diet consisting of bamboo.
Therefore, almost every vet and researcher classifies our dogs as omnivorous. Even the legendary Veterinarian, Dr. Ian Billing Hurst
from Australia, who promotes raw meat diets, acknowledges that our dogs are omnivores.
Leading on from this and for whatever reason, some people choose to debate whether dogs are derivatives from Wolves or Jackals and Dingo’s. I, personally, cannot see value in this debate. In 1868 Darwin wrote "We shall probably never be able to ascertain their origin with certainty.
Therefore, this debate is of little consequence as we know that our companion animals have been domesticated for 100000 years and thus their digestive and glandular systems have evolved. Research has shown that domesticated dogs have been eating cooked food for thousands of years. They can metabolize vegetable and wholesome carbs, perfectly. Being domesticated and knowing the dangers that raw meat carries, it is not advised to feed raw meat at all. One need not overcook meat but certainly change the colour from red to pink.
Veggies on the other hand, hold exceptional nutritional values for ALL beings, especially in its natural wholesome state. Thus, I recommend, if possible, feed your green veggies raw. (blended)
What we also have noticed is that our pets are suffering from an array of sickness and almost every dog is struggling with skin ailments and allergies. Moreover, our pets are struggling with cancer, diabetes, obesity, renal complications, arthritis, epilepsy, etc.
While the manufacturers claim that our pets can thrive on a diet consisting of nothing but commercial pet food, research and an increasing number of veterinarians implicate processed pet food as the source of disease. (references available)
SOMETHING IS GOING WRONG!!!!
Each day I am inundated with pet owners looking for solutions to their pet’s itchy skin and other health issues. Having done the research and having strong alliances with reputable nutritionists, I am convinced where the problem lies and I am confident that i have the solution.
Our stance is very clear and it concurs with the latest
veterinary studies,WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 3. And that is that the same principles of healthy living that apply to humans should apply to our companion animals. In other words what is deemed to be healthy, safe and nutritional for humans must apply for our pets. It is just common sense, nutritional sense and fair. This sense does not differ between breed, age, gender or circumstance. It is common sense, nutritional sense.
Successful diets for both human and animal are based on getting the ph balance correct, with a leaning
towards alkalinity. We know as a matter of fact that acidity causes inflammation and that inflammation causes an array of skin ailments, arthritic problems and renal complications.
We also know as a matter of fact that refined carbs are rated as acidic. We also, know as a matter of fact that too much meat is classified as “extremely acidic�. Therefore, one should be wearier about diets that contain too much meat, raw meat and refined carbs than wholesome grains. (a subject that has lately come under discussion)
Thus, the debate should be about refined carbs vs healthy carbs. The pet industry often uses inferior refined grains and carbs like soya meal, potato pea, brewers rice, wheat and corn gluten, etc. all these are classified as "extremely acidic". One the other hand, one gets grains/ carbs that are very nutritious and classified as "alkaline". These include whole grains, sprouted grains, brown rice, peas, quinoa, etc. Add other carbs to the list like spinach, carrots, broccoli and most veggies and you have a great meal.
Here is list of my favorite supplements that are extremely beneficial in treating skin ailments: Omega 3 Fish Oil (not flax), Rooibos Oil, Coconut Oil, Natural Probiotics and/spirulina and apple cider vinegar.
Our companion animals are our children, members of our family. They are no more a wolf than we, humans are apes. They sleep on our beds, we cuddle and love them. They deserve the respect and protection that we afford our fellow human beings. The same principles of healthy living and nutritional science apply to our companion animals, as to our human friends.
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You cannot share your life with a dog, as I had done in Bournemouth, or a cat, and not know perfectly well that animals have personalities and minds and feelings. Jane Goodall
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