Why you shouldn't feed raw food to your dog or cat

RAW FOOD FOR DOGS AND CATS

Very often we see people who give raw food to their pets: flesh, bones and viscera. Nothing could be more wrong and more dangerous for the poor animals., as also reported in a report by the Food and Drug Administration, the American agency that deals with health. The National Veterinary Association in Italy published the results of the study in its journal, recommending everyone not to use raw food for pets. animals as foodborne infections are not only a problem for men and women, but also for dogs and cats.

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RISKS OF RAW FOOD

Particularly Raw food exposes animals to two bacteria: salmonella and listeriaIn the first case, with salmonellosis, the animals show symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite; in the second case, listeriosis, nausea, and neurological problems. And we're talking about diseases that can then be transmitted from animals to humans.Meat, bones, and offal are highly likely to contain the two bacteria that can be eliminated through proper cooking. Sure, this requires more time and attention, but the health of our companions is worth it.

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