momoese

Bob, I'm actually pretty up to speed on RAW and BARF diets. I have to say I'm not a fan of either form of RAW diets, but maybe after another 20 years or so when there is more data to prove whether or not it's beneficial I may switch at that point. I've spent a ton of time researching them and heard too many horror stories from owners (raw feeders) and vets to even consider it. I have also heard from the proponents like yourself who swear by it, and I personally know lots of people who feed raw. I don't condemn you or anyone for feeding it, it's just not for me at this point.

I have for the past two years fed our dogs a half organic kibble and half organic home cooked diet that's high in antioxidants and am very pleased with the results so far. The little project I'm working on is to look at a non organic raw diet which is what most raw feeders use due to the high cost and low availability of organic protein, versus an all organic kibble diet. There are other things to take into consideration like flea control pesticides, vaccines, drinking water, household and yard products, bedding and toy materials, treats, etc etc. My main concern is cancer prevention. I'll do whatever it takes (within my means) to give my pups a fighting chance to live cancer free lives.

Deb, if you need more spiders I've got enough to supply you and probably the rest of the members with them!