SWVS 2023

Raw feeding of dogs and cats is growing - both in popularity and as a matter of concern for veterinarians. Are pet owners really seeing the benefits they claim? There are studies appearing in the literature that show possible benefits to feeding raw. Epidemiologic and prospective studies comparing raw to conventionally processed foods will be reviewed. These findings and the health changes reported by pet owners may be explained at least partially by biochemical differences in minimally processed vs ultra-processed foods. The biochemical features of raw and minimally processed foods with also be reviewed.