Raw food diets for dogs, commonly known as raw feeding or BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food), follow the belief that dogs should eat a diet similar to what their ancestors consumed in the wild.
Feeding raw means that a dog will have less processed food in their diet which can promote overall health and wellbeing. This is opposed to kibble (dry biscuits cooked at >150 degrees), and wet food (heavily processed meat based products often found in tins and trays, subject to the same cooking process as kibble).
There are several benefits to feeding a natural, raw diet with limited processing. So let’s take a look at why!
Improved digestion
Raw food diets often include raw meat, bones, organs, and vegetables, which can be easier for dogs to digest compared to heavily processed commercial pet foods. This can result in reduced digestive issues such as diarrhoea or constipation.
Enhanced nutrient absorption
Raw food diets contain minimal processing, which proponents argue helps preserve the natural nutrients present in the ingredients. This can potentially lead to improved nutrient absorption and utilisation by the dog’s body.
Potential allergy relief
Some dogs may have food allergies or sensitivities to certain ingredients commonly found in commercial dog foods, such as grains or artificial additives. Raw feeding allows for greater control over the ingredients, which can help eliminate potential allergens and alleviate symptoms.
Increased energy & vitality
Supporters of raw feeding claim that dogs on raw diets exhibit higher energy levels, improved coat condition, and overall better vitality.
At COYA we are huge believers in the benefits of raw feeding from our own personal experience as dog lovers and through our extensive background in the pet food industry. We believe that raw is best! However, we know that this type of feeding is not for every pet owner. Raw feeding can be inconvenient; requiring excessive freezer space, specialised deliveries and lengthy, messy preparation, it’s not for everyone.
Our mission is to make raw feeding accessible for every pet owner. Either through feeding main meal recipes as full time or part time feed, sprinkling COYA toppers on other diets to give a blast of nutrition and raw goodness, or simply to offer the goodness of raw in an irresistible pure, raw, meaty treat.
That’s why we created COYA. To offer a raw solution to every pet owner, for the health of every dog.
With our range of COYA Freeze-Dried Raw main meals, toppers & treats for both adult dogs and puppies, we are taking raw feeding and making it the easiest and most accessible it can be by removing the need for bulky storage, defrosting and messy kitchens. We’ve taken raw ingredients and removed the water, resulting in cupboard-friendly, road-trip ready raw food. Think raw, without the chore.