Featured Brand: Smallbatch Pets  

For pet owners dealing with the challenges of managing dietary issues like pancreatitis, diabetes, or allergies in their dogs or cats, finding the right food is crucial. Many have found that a raw food diet can offer significant benefits for pets suffering from these conditions. In this week’s Rawgust blog, we’ll break down what these conditions are, how they affect your pets, and how a raw food diet can be a game-changer in managing them.  

Understanding Dietary Issues in Pets

1. Pancreatitis: Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas, an essential organ involved in digestion and blood sugar regulation. In pets, pancreatitis can be acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long-lasting), leading to symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and abdominal pain.  

  • How Raw Food Helps: A raw diet can be beneficial for pets with pancreatitis because it’s typically low in carbohydrates and contains high-quality, easily digestible proteins. Raw diets often include natural, unprocessed fats that are easier on the pancreas. Feeding a balanced raw diet can reduce the workload on your pet’s pancreas, helping to manage and alleviate symptoms of pancreatitis.

2. Diabetes: Diabetes in pets occurs when their bodies cannot regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels properly, leading to chronic high blood sugar. This condition can cause symptoms such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, weight loss, and lethargy.  

  • How Raw Food Helps: A raw diet can help stabilize blood sugar levels in diabetic pets. Raw foods are low in carbohydrates and free from the fillers and sugars often found in commercial pet foods. By feeding your pet a diet rich in natural proteins and healthy fats, you can help regulate their insulin levels, making diabetes easier to manage. Additionally, the high moisture content in raw food supports kidney health, which is often compromised in diabetic pets.

3. Allergies: Allergies in pets can manifest as skin irritations, itching, ear infections, and gastrointestinal issues. Pets can develop allergies to certain proteins, grains, or additives commonly found in commercial pet foods.  

  • How Raw Food Helps: Raw diets can reduce allergic reactions because they often exclude common allergens like grains and certain proteins. With a raw diet, you have more control over the ingredients, allowing you to select proteins and foods that your pet tolerates well. Additionally, raw food’s natural, unprocessed ingredients are less likely to trigger allergic responses, leading to clearer skin, healthier coats, and reduced itching.

Brand of the Week: Smallbatch Pets

Smallbatch Pets is a leading provider of high-quality raw food products that focus on sustainability, ethical sourcing, and small-batch production to ensure freshness and quality. Their commitment to using only the best ingredients makes them an excellent choice for pets with dietary issues.  

Products:  

  • Wide Range of Proteins: Including duck, rabbit, and beef, offering options for pets with specific dietary needs and preferences.
  • Organic Produce: Incorporates organic fruits and vegetables, which add essential vitamins and minerals to your pet’s diet.
  • Ethically Sourced Ingredients: Free from hormones, antibiotics, and GMOs, ensuring your pet receives the highest quality nutrition.

Myths About Raw Pet Food:

  1. Myth: Raw diets are only for dogs.
    Truth: Cats can also greatly benefit from raw diets. Smallbatch Pets offers balanced raw options for both dogs and cats, tailored to their unique nutritional needs. In fact, many cats thrive on raw diets, showing improved coat health and energy levels.
  2. Myth: Raw food leads to aggressive behavior.
    Truth: There is no evidence to suggest that raw food causes aggression. Properly fed pets are healthy and content, exhibiting normal behavior and temperament.

Come to Braxton’s this week for a free sample of Smallbatch Pets raw food and see how a raw diet can improve your pet’s health!

Thank you for joining us for Week 3 of Rawgust! We’re here to help you find the best nutrition for your pet, especially if they have specific dietary needs. Follow us on social media for more pet care tips, special offers, and updates. See you at Braxton’s!