Raw Feeders - Treats?

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by GSDtravels on 23 February 2010 - 12:02

I started my boy on a raw diet just less than 2 weeks ago. I'm amazed at the changes I've already seen! With problems I've had in the past with his diet, I'm kicking myself only because I didn't do this sooner. So, now to my question...

I know the rate of digestion differs between raw and cooked so I'm wondering what treats you use. Since it would be pretty gross to have raw meat in my pocket, I'm thinking of making my own treats and wanted to know if broth would screw up digestion. Since broth is cooked, will the digestion rate be compromised? I've come up with a recipe that I think will work with raw meat added but broth would have to be an ingredient. Since I've decided to go raw, I don't want to compromise the benefits in any way. My attitude is all or nothing and I need to get around all sticking points, if you know what I mean. With all of the wonderful info I've gotten, I've not heard what is usually used for treats. Any input is greatly appreciated.

If broth is okay and my recipe is a success, I'll be happy to share it after my own personal (single dog) test market is complete.

by GSDtravels on 23 February 2010 - 15:02

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by GSDtravels on 23 February 2010 - 16:02

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by VomMarischal on 23 February 2010 - 17:02

I use little bits of meat, dried (essentially cooked) in a very slow oven. I know it's not raw, but really, treats are not given for nutrition. I do want ONLY meat, so this is how I do it. But sometimes I keep a sandwich bag of raw bits in my pocket, and I use those for tracking too. No big. The butt of your jeans gets kind of crispy from wiping your fingers there, but it washes off.

by ShadyLady on 23 February 2010 - 17:02

The broth isn't going to impede digestion. Are you thinking of making a sort of meat jerky? There are dehydrated meat treats for dogs. Some I've seen in the past are organic, if you are into that.

Anything that isn't cooked, even a little, like with dehydration, will spoil fast and will be a mess to train with.

I've microwaved cut up hotdogs and have also used Red Barn products to go along with a raw diet. Or you can go the baked liver route.

The thing is, the treat should be something soft, easy and fast to chew and swallow, nothing crunchy.

by GSDtravels on 23 February 2010 - 17:02

Thank you for the responses. I was actually thinking of a protein gelatin based treat, kind of like doggie jello jigglers, LOL. I'd use broth in place of water, to make it palatable, and possibly add fresh raw meat pieces as I could make enough for a couple of days and keep it refrigerated. I love to cook and come up with my own people recipes, so this will be a challenge since I've never tried making dog treats, especially with raw. I've used cooked liver in the past and know how gross that can be when you get it all over. Even when I keep it in a plastic bag in a pouch, it has a tendency to crumble and get everywhere. So, I was trying to think of a solution to the mess and yet keep in line with the raw. I'll just jump in and try it, what have I got to lose? I'll let you know if it turns out and if he likes it.

by GSDtravels on 23 February 2010 - 17:02

Speaking of raw, just need to vent. I called a new butcher yesterday to inquire about bulk chicken parts. They sell backs/neck at .49/lb. I ran to day and got 40 lbs but got it home and opened the box to find...all frozen in one big lump! I never thought to ask if it was frozen and didn't open the boxes until I got home. I have no idea how I'm going to chisel it apart. I planned on freezing it, but not in a block! So, I'm going to be quite busy today once I choose my tools

by Pharaoh on 23 February 2010 - 17:02

I wouldn't worry too much about that. It is not a religion.

If your dog has had allergies, stay away from those ingredients.

There are many meat based soft treats. Just find one or make your own.

Eventually, your dog won't be so sensitive. His stomach juices will become more powerful.

When I take Pharaoh into stores, they give him treats. Once he learned they were edible, he enjoys a biscuit now and then. Pharaoh was raised on raw food. I used to use showstopper as a supplement, but he does not process vegetable oils, like flax. It eventually dries his skin and he sheds like crazy. Back to salmon oil.

His coat is now beautiful and not shedding so much.

Taste of the Wild Wetlands is the only kibble I have found that has NO vegetable oil. So, that is a good treat. A couple of times a week I give him a cup soaked in water.

Michele

by sueincc on 23 February 2010 - 18:02

I nuke boneless skinless chicken breasts in the microwave until they are cooked to death and dry as jerky, shred them, stick them in a baggie, toss them in the freezer, grab a handful, and stuff em in my pocket when I head out the door. Or when lazy or out of chicken, I cut up a Natural Balance roll. In fact these days I tend to use NB rolls for tracking bait more than anything else. My dog has never had any digestive upset either way and he is 100% RAW fed otherwise.

by VomMarischal on 23 February 2010 - 19:02

GSDTravels, just let them thaw and as they do, put a few into a plastic bag and back into the freezer. You just peel the thawed ones off each day. In winter, they thaw at about the right rate for my dogs, depending on how many I have at the moment.

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