Hi!
Got your PM and am happy to help you, here or via PM. I'm taking a little hiatus from YT - so feel free to PM me if it seems I'm "scarce"
. I think the Natures Variety Raw Frozen Medallions make switching very easy bc they are pre-measured so there is no fuss and mess - so that's why you hear a lot of folks going that route. It may be cheaper, in the long run, to buy the "patties or chubs" - but maybe get the medallions to start. You can go here to enter your baby's weight/activity too see how many to feed:
http://www.naturesvariety.com/ifc.la...FE8Fqoi39A6F84
I'd recommend starting with lamb or venison - and they are great long-term meats as well (beef can be a bit rich to start, anecdotally). There is nothing wrong with doing a "hard switch" - meaning - stop kibble, start raw immediately. Then again, there is truly nothing wrong with mixing some in WITH the kibble - and please don't let anyone tell you differently (it's a myth that raw and non-raw cannot be mixed). Digestive basics: food enters stomach, stomach is a churner, digestive enzymes released according to fat-carb-protein-toxin (not whether it is "raw or non-raw") - when food is ready - food moves to intestines for further absorption/breakdown etcetera.
SO, it's up to you. I did a hard switch and had zero issues - even with my Marcel - who used to have terrible ibs/colitis/digestive issues. I used to feed kibble, then homecook, now raw - and I am sold on raw. But I totally support ALL forms of diets and think there is a place for all of them. So, it depends on your comfort level. My dogs' health has never been better - and their teeth are cleaner than ever, glossy coats, teensy poos, non-smelly poos, no dog breath. Love it. Easy diet.
Speaking of RAW, hubby just called to see if I wanted to go out for sushi - so I'm off! But please let me know how I can help if you need anything else!