As breeders of large breed dogs, feeding our dogs is an important and costly part of our lives. Maintaining their good health and overall body condition is something we take very seriously. From the beginning we researched various dog diets and decided upon a high quality and mid-range diet that a lot of breeders also use and recommend. We thought we were feeding a good quality diet, however researching how dog food is made and finding out how commercially prepared foods are detrimental to the dog's overall health, we started to look for another way. However, as a busy family with 6 dogs to feed, we needed something that was both convenient and affordable.

After much research we decided to make the switch to a fresh raw food diet consisting of a fresh ground mixture of beef organs and meats, green tripe, chicken necks & backs, fish and raw meaty bones. We also provide a fish oil supplement, and eggs 2-3 times per week. The change in our dogs was very dramatic. After switching, their oral health was the first immediate improvement. Their teeth were shiny and pearly white and the brown tartar disappeared. Doggie breath and the distinctive doggie odor also disappeared. Prior to this, regular bathing and grooming was the only way to keep their coats from getting a strong odor and feeling grimy and oily. The new diet seemed to transform their coats to a shiny healthy sheen and now they didn't smell no matter how long between baths. An added benefit was the size and biodegradability of their stools. Their feces are now small, hard and usually turn white in 1-2 days, and then disappear.

With such good success and better health for our dogs, we started educating our puppy owners, family and friends about switching their dogs to a raw diet. They were interested and, for convenience sake, we decided to supply them with the same food we had ordered and prepared for our dogs.

We are convinced that all pet owners should have access to a healthy diet for their loved animal companions, and we are happy to provide you with information on making a switch for your dog, or starting your new puppy on raw food. As we order in bulk, our pricing is usually a lot more economical than what you may be able to purchase through your local grocery store or pet store.

We now make and prepare a raw diet for dogs. Our company BigCountry Raw offers a wide variety of prepared and whole diets for dogs.