Author: Steve's Real Food

Benefits of Rotational Feeding

Is your pet a picky eater? Consider rotational feeding! This dietary strategy provides a diverse range of proteins, fruits, vegetables, and grains to ensure your pet’s overall well-being. Rotational feeding not only prevents picky eating behaviors but also contributes to a healthy gut microbiome, stronger immune system, and reduced risk of developing food sensitivities. With gradual transitions and regular changes, rotational feeding can keep mealtime exciting for your furry friend while promoting their overall health. Learn more about the benefits of rotational feeding and how to implement it with our helpful tips.

Is Pork Good for Dogs?

Many pet parents love including pork in their pet’s rotation for its high digestibility, low-fat, and nutritional qualities.  Pork is considered a neutral protein, meaning it’s not heating or cooling. It is an excellent choice for pets with digestive or skin issues, as its energetic properties are well-balanced.  It’s a great source of protein, amino […]

The Pet Microbiome Explained: How Gut Health Impacts Your Furry Friend’s Overall Wellness

What is the Microbiome? The microbiome is a natural microbial spacesuit that allows plants and animals to survive on Earth. Without the right microbes living on and inside your body, you wouldn’t be able to fight disease or infection, digest food, produce hormones and neurotransmitters, or many other functions essential to survival. We live in […]

15 year old Cat

This success story about an elderly farm cat comes from New Jersey. I love your frozen Quest cat food for Scratches The Magic Cat. She grew up on a huge farm, is almost 15, but you wouldn’t know it. I have been a raw foodist since 99 managing MS and made my dog raw shortly […]

Do Dogs on a Raw Diet Need Supplements?

Each pet is an individual, and some have needs that differ from others. By supplementing a fresh diet with a few extras throughout your pet’s life, you can target issues unique to your pet or work proactively to prevent or delay problems before they start.

Feeding Puppies: Your Guide to Optimal Nutrition and Well-Being

Discover essential tips on feeding puppies for optimal health and vitality. Learn about the best food choices, transitioning, general feeding tips, and tailoring feeding plans based on breed size. Start your puppy’s journey to a vibrant life with our comprehensive guide.

How Diet and Environment Impact Allergies in Dogs and Cats

Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all solution to allergies, but many pets find relief by following a more natural, holistic approach. Soothe the symptoms, focus on the root of the problem, and keep supporting the system to reduce the chances of future flares.

Can Nutrition Affect Anxiety In Pets?

This guest post was written by Jody L. Teiche, Pet Health Expert & Pet Parent Coach with over 30 years of experience using homeopathy to heal pets naturally. Almost three-quarters of all dogs in the U.S. suffer from at least one form of anxiety. That’s right. Three-quarters. It’s less so with cats; about a quarter […]

How to Train Your Dog When Feeding a Raw Diet

If you’re feeding your dog a raw diet, you invest too much in keeping them healthy to feed them junk food, even for the sake of training them… and with our creative tips, you won’t have to! Activities & Exercises Since training is always happening, it’s important to know what things can be easily implemented […]

Natural Probiotics For Dogs

Gut health is one of the most critical aspects of overall health. With over 70% of your pet’s immune system residing in their digestive tract, supporting the gut is one of the most impactful things you can do to help them thrive. Why Gut Health Matters The digestive system relies on a thriving community of […]