[abbie's mom]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

From my reading, and this has not been proven, but it sounds like those dogs who have "home cooked meals" have the most problems, followed by those who feed canned, next kibble, followed by those who eat raw who seem to have the fewest problems with tartar. I'm not sure what it is in the raw that helps perhaps the enzymes and bacteria, but it might be worth it to add a few raw bones to the diet. Just make sure the bones you add are suitable for your dog’s size.

....Yes. Canines do not need the carbs in commercial dog food (kibble or canned). Their systems are not built to process it, so it sticks to teeth, and gives very little (if any) nutritive value. Raw bones should be porous (chicken, or small game), NOT weight-bearing or dense (beef) - better known as Rec (Wreck teeth) bones.