Changing to BARF - We're up and running!

lil_mizz_lab · Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 9:44 am Post subject:

I have also been browsing this thread on and off (dont think I have read all the pages yet) Smile

I have found the information really helpfull as I am thinking / trying to change my two to a raw diet, I think I have another thread somewhere asking a few questions.

I agree with Sarah, it would be great to here how the newbie raw feeders
have got on and how they have overcome any problems Confused

Looking forward to hearing from you Very Happy

lil_mizz_lab · Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 9:46 am Post subject:

I have also been browsing this thread on and off (dont think I have read all the pages yet) Smile

I have found the information really helpfull as I am thinking / trying to change my two to a raw diet, I think I have another thread somewhere asking a few questions.

I agree with Sarah, it would be great to here how the newbie raw feeders
have got on and how they have overcome any problems Confused

Looking forward to hearing from you Very Happy

bingaling · Posted: Fri Nov 28, 2008 1:51 pm Post subject:

Yes, very good thread! With the help of this thread and Joanne (Sleeping_Lion) I'm going to try my hand at raw feeding in the coming weeks Very Happy

I feel so guilty having mainly fed just kibble to them, where's the enjoyment in that?!

Richa284 · Posted: Sun Nov 30, 2008 8:25 pm Post subject:

gixju · Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2009 6:56 pm Post subject:

OMG. I am so new to this. I was brought up with dogs. My Mum breed them.
But Mums gone, at the bridge. Sultan, i know if she were here, would sort it.

I just need to know more. I need a diet. What do i feed him on, How many times a day, and what?

_Mary_ · Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2009 7:08 pm Post subject:

Julie theres a "Menu" on the first page (bout 3 or 4 posts down) kindly posted by a member who doesn`t come here anymore, its comprehensive and gives a good idea of what to feed, how much and how often Smile

gixju · Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2009 7:24 pm Post subject:

Thanks Mary. Checking it out now

gixju · Posted: Mon Mar 09, 2009 7:39 pm Post subject:

At 1st reading, there seems a lot to it. But i am sure once i get to grips with it, This is best for Sultan. (He has done so well on chicken, beef and veg).
Thanks to all, and this thread.

I will keep you posted, and hope it helps others.

gixju · Posted: Wed Mar 11, 2009 5:23 pm Post subject:

Mary,

I am a bit thick. What is RMBs?

Have started Sultan on barf. Early days, but poos are firm, twice a day, and a reasonable amount. Not the elephant size of mash.

I can take him out in day light!!!!. Very Happy

Janeyb · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 8:24 pm Post subject:

[I feed both of mine RAW/BARF not ever sure what to call it!

They are both calm(ish), in the best of condition and love their food.

It takes a while to get comfortable about what to feed, but I work on the same basis as children, if you give a good varied diet, including all food groups, you should cover all the bases vitamin and mineral wise.

Poops are small and not unpleasant to deal with and they never take longer than a minute to finish their meals. I would say give it a try and see how you get on. It doesn't have to be expensive, find a good friendly butcher and it costs next to nothing"

Good luck