Im wondering if it would be possible to do both, raw and kibble. I live far from town and dont often go as I please. Thus making my grocery bill for a family of 5 to be around 300+ for 2 weeks worth. So if I can add some raw to the kibble that would be much easier on the wallet. But thinking that may cause problems to their stomachs? Like you said, doing research would be wise.
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I have heard people say that is an awful idea, and others who say that is fine, and at least better than all kibble.
Personally, I think adding raw to kibble would be fine; that's how you get them started anyway. Lots of people do this.
I have found raw feeding to be less expensive than I thought it would be. Not as cheap as buying the cheapest kibble, but around the cost of feeding a higher quality food. For example, I can get a pound of ground turkey for under $2, which is also about the price of a can of dog food or large can of cat food. Similar cost for the same amount of food. Of course, ground turkey by itself is not a complete diet, but it can be part of the raw diet, and it is not expensive. I like to stock up when I find meat on clearance and put it in the freezer too. :)
Ya, so if you can send those prices this way, that would be great. :D I would never be able to find a pound of ground turkey for only $2. I would probably be more like $7 here. And the cans of dog food for the amount to feed a large dog would be around $3 or more. I think I may try it though and go the way some people do as you stated. Going to the local butcher shop would be my best bet I think. Thank you for the insights :)
Ouch!! Well, I agree, that is crazy expensive!
One other thing you can try, if the butcher shop is also pricey, is during hunting season, ask hunters for meat they dont want. Things like liver, kidneys,bones, heart, etc, they may give away.
Oh that's a great idea! My husband may be going hunting in October too! There is hope :p
This article Has some good information, explaining why it is risky to mix both kinds, and how you can make it safer. :)
Awesome! Thank you for helping out. Our animals are our family. Taking care of them not only with just playing, bathing and all that but with proper food is also just as important.