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I agree, one would expect the BUN to be *lower* with a poor quality commercial diet because there's so little protein in it, and most of it not from meat. The standard ranges for labs were established with dogs (probably mostly beagles) eating a middle of the road food, probably Science Diet or Iams...
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Mainly convenience, but also the issue of completeness of the diet. Reputable manufacturers have taken care to meet the nutritional needs of our pets, at least as far as published standards exist. That said, I make my own cats' food (I also feed some canned food), but I have worked with the UC Davis...
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Sure, I have a few thoughts for you; in fact I have done a lot of thinking about this particular topic over the last decade or so! :) Here's what I have concluded: a) Raw meaty bones are not a balanced diet, not even with the addition of organ meats. There are many essential nutrients found in blood...
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Ground lamb is about 50% fat (and all lamb is quite expensive around here at least!), but you can look up practically any cut of meat, or any ingredient, for that matter, in the USDA Nutrient Database (http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/). That's a wonderful resource. If you have freezer...
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Venison and rabbit are possibiities; also bison, elk, ostrich or emu are sometimes available at stores like Whole Foods. I don't especially like lamb because it's too fatty. Chicken, beef, fish, eggs and dairy are all common allergens, as are wheat and corn. You could try one of the pre-made...
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First of all, pick up a copy of Dr. Pitcairn's book (ONP has it). Lots of recipes with an explanation of dog's and cat's nutritional requirements. Other books that have recipes: The Naturally Healthy Dog by Sandra Baily. Great book!!! Herbs for Dogs (from ONP). Contrary to what vets and breeders...
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I home cook for both my seniors, have been doing so for quite a while. I use natural grown chicken, lamb or ground sirloin combined with fresh organic vegetables (carrots, celery, garlic, sometimes a potato, barley. tomatoes, organic brown rice, squash, sometimes a little spinach, broccoli...plus whatever...
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