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Originally Posted by LaPeque  There is definitely a good argument for pre-made, for the reasons you have stated. One inherent problem with the prey model diet is that the responsibility for assembling meals is completely on the dog owner and not the manufacturer, which could lead to inconsistency.
However, I think prey can still be balanced. In addition to raw, meaty bones an essential part of the diet is also organ meat, which is a vital source of phosphorus.
Dietary requirements for copper, iron, zinc, etc. are also found in whole prey, although supplements can be used as well.
I am looking forward to thorough studies on the prey model - so many people swear by it that it would be nice to see their opinions backed by extensive scientific studies. |
As Ann was saying, it probably won't happen and it SHOULD.
Longevity studies should be done on all canine diets but because most people don't agree with feeding raw, nobody will fund it.
I'm not advocating feeding raw at all but if studies were to come out that showed increased life span, I may consider it. I just don't see it happening though and the good reports by a few people I can't consider research, so we will stick with homecooked because I "personally" believe it is safer.
Calcium and phosphorus are found in the raw diet but is it balanced?
Does it even matter if these are balanced?
There are soooo many questions with very few answers.
Prey model feeders usually say no supplementation is necessary and I am just not so sure...