Raw Diet Kept Gracie from Getting Cancer

After NATURE: Why We Love Cats and Dogs aired last, we received this thoughtful comment in Jerry’s Guestbook …

Glad PBS found you both and your angel Jerry for their show. I want to share what may be a hopeful future for all of our doggie angels that come to us…We lost a 6 year old dog to cancer, who had been on nothing but regular dry dog food her whole life. A couple of years later, I ended up with a wonderful chow/shepherd mix angel in my life…  From day one. I never fed her off the shelf dry food. I was determined to prevent her from getting cancer. I feed her cooked chicken, rice, and veggies, everyday…

Only in the end, when she seemed to want more vitamin foods, I incorporated a little of some Bison specialty dry food with her chicken. She stayed with me for 15 years. She never got cancer! In fact, she was in perfect health in many ways when I had to make the decision to put her down, the worst thing that has ever happened in my life. Her blood work was perfect. Her coat was shiny.

Anyway, my story is that I believe I prevented my friend from getting Cancer, by NOT, feeding her dry food. I would highly recommend giving your dog real meats and veggies, just like you give yourself. This may not work in every case. But, I think we would see this rash of Cancer in our friends subside with a more natural doggie style diet.

— Wendi (And Spirit Gracie)

We couldn’t agree more that a nutritious, natural diet is imperative for keeping pups healthy. Check out these links to previous posts from Tripawds Featured Blogs when considering feeding a raw or grain-free diet for your dog…

Tripawds Nutrition

• Evo Sold to Proctor and Gamble, Now What?
  June 15th, 2010
• Get Dogs Eating With Honest Kitchen Foods
  April 21st, 2010
• Jerry’s Canine Cancer Diet and Supplements
  December 10th, 2009
• Maggie Shares Agile Cow Dog Nutrition Plan
  January 30th, 2010
• MaxiMutt’s Healthy Homemade Cancer Dog Diet
  June 1st, 2010

Tripawds Downloads

• Comprehensive Dog Cancer Survival Guide
  November 19th, 2009
• Healthy Pet Diet eBook Offers 245 Homemade Dog Food Recipes
  November 26th, 2009
• Spot’s Nutrition Tips Help Dogs Eat Healthier, Live Longer
  September 3rd, 2009

Tripawds Amazon Selections

• How to Eat Like Our Canine Ancestors
  March 21st, 2010
• Help Your Dog Fight Cancer
  March 24th, 2010
• Natural Pet Health Books by Dr. Richard Pitcairn
  April 11th, 2010

Recommended Bison Dog Foods

Nature’s Variety Raw Food Diets Bison Medallions 3 lbs. Only Natural Pet Raw diet containing 95% freshly ground USDA meat and fresh, natural fruits & vegetables, with cold processed Norwegian Virgin Salmon Oil.

Grandma Lucy’s Freeze-Dried Grain-Free Artisan Dog Food Bison Only Natural PetThis freeze-dried, grain-free dog food line uses only human-quality, all-natural ingredients: USDA Bison, Potatoes, Flax, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Celery, Apples, Bananas, Blueberries, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Garlic, Rosemary, Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Niacin, Iron, Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Riboflavin, Thiamin, Potassium, Manganese, Chloride, Copper, Magnesium, Pyridoxin, Cyanocobalamin

Solid Gold Wolfking Adult Dog (Bison) National Pet PharmacyPremium Large Breed Adult Dog Food: Bison, ocean fish meal, brown rice, potatoes, sweet potatoes, millet, rice bran, canola oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), tomato pomace, salmon oil (source of DHA), flaxseed, natural flavor, choline chloride, taurine, dried chicory root, parsley flakes, pumpkin meal, almond oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), sesame oil (preserved by mixed tocopherols), yucca schidigera extract, thyme, blueberries, cranberries, carrots, broccoli, Vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate (a chelated source of iron), zinc proteinate (a chelated source of zinc), copper proteinate (a chelated source of copper), ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, copper sulfate, potassium iodide, thiamine mononitrate, manganese proteinate ( a chelated source of manganese), manganous oxide, ascorbic acid, Vitamin A supplement, biotin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 supplement, riboflavin, Vitamin D supplement, folic acid.

Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dry Dog Food Only Natural PetNatural Balance Limited Ingredient Diet Allergy Formulas are designed for dogs with sensitivities to common pet food ingredients. Choose from a variety of formulas, including vegetarian and small breed. Sweet Potato & Bison: Nutrient dense, easily digestible and a high quality, unique protein, bison is a lean meat that is rich in amino acids with fewer calories and less fat compared to other meats. * Raised on an all-natural diet without antibiotics or hormones. * No Artificial Preservatives, Flavors or Colors. * No grains such as wheat, barley, rice, or corn

TimberWolf Dakota Bison Canid Formula Dry Dog Food National Pet Pharmacy A unique formula that may be used for clearing up dermatologic and other conditions caused by adverse food reactions or the buildup of toxins. This formula may also be used for the feeding of animals that require a moderate protein diet because of disease and may be used in the management of canine obesity.