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Raw feeding, explained properly

Honest, jargon-free guides for owners exploring raw. Start at the top and work down, or jump to what you need.

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Terry and Zeus, raw-fed German Shepherds
Recipes & Plans

How to Build Your Dog's Weekly Raw Plan

Bring it all together. A step-by-step method for building a balanced, varied weekly raw feeding plan for your dog, with a worked example.

24 August 2026 · 4 min read
Two happy raw-fed German Shepherds
Getting Started

The Most Common Raw Feeding Mistakes

The avoidable errors that trip up new raw feeders, from wrong bone amounts to rushing the organ, and exactly how to sidestep each one.

17 August 2026 · 4 min read
Two deep-chested German Shepherds outdoors
Health & Safety

Raw Feeding Big Breeds, and the Truth About Bloat

Deep-chested breeds carry a higher bloat risk. What bloat is, the warning signs, and the simple feeding habits that lower the risk for large dogs.

10 August 2026 · 4 min read
A young dog on a raw diet
Feeding & Portions

Raw Feeding Puppies

Raw feeding done right for growing dogs. How much to feed a puppy, why you feed to adult weight, meal frequency, and keeping growth lean and steady.

3 August 2026 · 4 min read
A healthy raw-fed dog on the grass
Health & Safety

What Your Dog's Poo Is Telling You

Your dog's stools are the best feedback you have on a raw diet. How to read them, what firm, white, or loose means, and how to adjust the bowl accordingly.

27 July 2026 · 3 min read
Raw dog food ready to serve
Cost & Buying

Where to Buy Raw Dog Food in the UK

Suppliers, butchers and bulk buying explained. Where to source quality raw dog food in the UK, what to look for, and how to keep quality high and cost low.

20 July 2026 · 4 min read
Raw dog food portioned into bowls
Cost & Buying

What Raw Feeding Really Costs

Is raw feeding expensive? A realistic look at the cost, what drives it up or down, and the practical ways to feed raw on a sensible budget.

13 July 2026 · 4 min read
A young dog ready for a raw meal
Getting Started

How to Transition Your Dog to Raw

Switching to raw without the upset stomach. Two proven approaches, a simple starter protein plan, and what to do if things get loose.

6 July 2026 · 4 min read
A lean, healthy raw-fed dog sitting on the grass
Feeding & Portions

How Much Raw Food Does My Dog Actually Need?

Portion sizes made simple. How to work out your dog's daily raw food from their bodyweight, and how to adjust it for puppies, seniors and active dogs.

29 June 2026 · 4 min read
Balanced raw dog food in two bowls
Feeding & Portions

The 80/10/5/5 Ratio, Explained Simply

The simple formula behind every balanced raw diet. What 80/10/5/5 means, why each part matters, and how to hit it without a spreadsheet.

22 June 2026 · 4 min read
Two bowls of balanced raw dog food
Health & Safety

Is Raw Feeding Safe? The Fears, Answered

Bacteria, bones, balance and choking: the four big worries about raw feeding, addressed honestly, so you can decide with facts rather than fear.

15 June 2026 · 4 min read
Terry and Zeus, two raw-fed German Shepherds, on the grass
Getting Started

Why Raw is Better

The honest case for raw feeding: what a species-appropriate diet does for your dog's digestion, coat, teeth and energy, and why so many owners never go back.

8 June 2026 · 3 min read