Importance Of Fresh Dairy And Eggs For Pets

Fresh meals for your dogs come with some real benefits. Some of them are as follows:

• Preparing wholesome, healthy meals from scratch is an excellent way to ensure that you know all the ingredients that go into your dog’s diet, along with their benefits
• Fresh food improves palatability for your dog which is influenced by factors such as increased moisture, aroma and taste.
• Fresh food eliminates the need for preservatives and other additives.
• Many dogs with allergies, skin conditions, or frequent gastrointestinal upsets tend to respond well to a diet of freshly cooked meals. Such meals ensure your pet receives proper nutrients in proper quantities to help relieve the symptoms of their issues.
• Fresh food diets allow you to change protein and carbohydrate sources readily. Dietary rotation of this type allows for greater nutrient variations, providing further health benefits to your dog.
• Commercial dog food contains fillers and preservatives that can negatively affect your dog’s health over time, whereas a fresh, human-grade diet produces increased energy and improved long term health.

Your pet needs protein (animal meat, seafood, dairy, or eggs), fat (from meat or oil) and carbohydrates (grains or vegetables). They also need calcium (from dairy or an ingredient such as egg shells), and essential fatty acids (from certain plant oils, egg yolks and other foods). Switching your dog to a fresh food diet helps maintain a healthy body weight, which has been linked to a 20% longer lifespan. Think about it: a human diet consisting primarily of processed foods would leave you sluggish, overweight, and at risk for a host of health issues. The same is true for our dogs, too.

The biggest benefit of adding fresh foods and toppers is I have peace of mind knowing that my dogs stay hydrated not just from their water bowls. On top of that, their coats shine, their teeth are pearly white, they’re fit and lean, and they’re happy! I pay extra close attention to my Dalmatians’ diet because the breed is prone to creating urinary crystals and stones. Their genetics create an overabundance of uric acid in the urinary tract therefore leading to the creation of urinary stones. That being said, we focus on keeping them hydrated because it helps to flush some of the uric acid out. Since adding fresh food to my Dalmatians’ diet, their urinalysis results have been much better and a significant decrease in crystals as well! Even something as simple as adding filtered water or fresh fruit and vegetables to a pet’s diet can go a long way for the pet’s health. Hydration is a huge key when being fed primarily dry based kibble food.

Fresh food helps keep your pet’s coat shiny, healthy, and soft. The fatty acids in fresh food towers over what’s found in dry kibble, which aids in both hydration and preventing shedding.

Feeding your pet a fresh food diet gives them the maximum dose of nutrient and vitamins. Fresh fruit, vegetables, and animal proteins in your pet’s diet provide them with antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and fiber. This balanced and nutritious diet converts into more sustainable energy for your pet.

Fresh food containing ample fruit and vegetables are particularly digestible for pets due to their high fiber content. This prevents upset tummies and results in fewer and more regular bowel movements.

Fresh meals with higher protein and fewer fillers help your pet maintain a healthy weight. The nutrients and amino acids build lean muscle, and just like with humans, pets who maintain a healthy weight are linked with longer lifespans.

So many pets suffer from allergies and it can be so difficult to narrow down the exact cause. Fresh, grain-free, and filler-free food can be the answer to your pet’s food allergy woes.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

1. Can pets drink milk or eat dairy products ?
   Some pets can tolerate small amounts of dairy like plain yogurt or cottage cheese. However, many dogs and cats are lactose intolerant, so milk may cause digestive upset. Always introduce dairy slowly and in small portions.
2. How often can I give eggs to my pet ?
   For most dogs, 1–3 eggs per week is safe depending on their size. Small dogs should have smaller portions. Cats can also eat small portions occasionally. Moderation is key to avoid excess calories.
3. Is it safe to feed raw eggs to pets ?
   Feeding raw eggs is generally not recommended due to the risk of bacterial infections like Salmonella. Cooked eggs (boiled or scrambled without salt and oil) are much safer options.