I once thought Raw was the best and the way to go. I had TJ and Roxy on it for about 8 months. They LOVED it! But then I started to find out "stuff" about their breeder and other dogs having liver issues. So I decided to have their Bile Acids Tested. At the "same" time, Roxy was itching her skin raw, and she developed a staph infection. This itch, etc.. was so intense and it was never ending...lasted for months and months...
Anyway, her first BAT (while on Raw) came back as Pre: 43 and Post: 100.9
I immediately got her on a special low, but quality protein diet, and supplements to aid her liver. Her BAT range now is (60 to 80). MVD dogs will never have normal BAT results, but I do believe that the Raw (meat and organs) did have a negative impact on her.
Liver compromised dogs do best on Veggie or Dairy protein, vs. meat protein. You also have to be watchful of purines (meats and organs are soooo HIGH in purines).
I wouldn't suggest Raw
If you are interested in other food option, consider consulting a Pet-Vet Nutritionist for a homemade diet suitable for your kiddos
