My comments on Reader's Digest article "50 Secrets Your Vet Won't Tell You"
"Home cooking for your pet is harder than you think. I once saw a dog who was fed a home-cooked diet of chicken breast and vegetables for a year, and his bones became so weak that his jaw broke. If you would like to cook for your pet, find a veterinary nutritionist who can help guide you, or check out balanceit.com"
Oh, that poor dog! This type of bone weakness is very rare, but I think it's a good warning: it's not as easy as you might think to properly balance a pet's diet. Pet food companies put lost of time and resources into researching the best diets to keep our pets healthy as long as possible. There are many nutrients that a chicken and veggie diet won't have- like calcium.
Truly, sticking with a good quality dry (or for cats, canned) diet from a reliable manufacturer is still the best bet. Ask your vet for recommendations. Or, if you really want home-made, do some research so it's done right.
Enjoy your pets!
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