I've been feeding raw meaty bones and the Natures Variety frozen raw. I don't add anything to the NV, just the thawed out patties or medallions.
The thing about raw food and the thing about the bacteria, is that the dogs don't have the same digestive system that we do. The raw food moves through their digestive system faster than the dry kibble. Because the raw moves faster, they don't have the risk of getting sick from the bacteria that would make us sick. Some people cook their food, but then they aren't getting all the benefit of the vitiams and minerals, because they are killed by the cooking. If you are going to cook the food, then you need to add back in the vit & min's. It is a vicious cycle.
Alot of people are grossed out by giving the dogs raw food, and I was put off by it in the begining, but after doing tons of research, I've decided that it is better for my dog than feeding the dry food. By giving the bones, you get the cleaning of the teeth and the natural enzymes in the raw, also clean the teeth. When I first started this, Chloe's teeth were starting to have plaque built up on them, but now after 6 months, her teeth are pearly white.
Also, since switching, we don't have a sick dog all the time. She actually would throw up every day and night before I switched to the raw. I'm also using the freeze dried NV, for when we travel, which makes it easier. I'm going to check out this other Brand and see how it compares to what I'm using now.
Just like we all have different tastes in food, I guess the dogs do to. All I know is with all the food recall stuff going on. I'm happy that I don't have to worry about what she is eating. Whatever way you feed your dog, you have to do what you are comfortable with. There isn't any right or wrong way.
JMHO....
Julie