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The Urban Carnivore is the first and only dog food manufacturer that supplies a natural raw dog food diet that offers a variety of whole animal carcass patties from all-natural livestock and specialty poultry.

Evolution of the domestic dog
The earliest remains found of a domesticated dog are dated around 12,000 to 14,000 years ago.

The feral menu
The feral diet consists of raw meat and fatty tissue from various animals. Bones are eaten as well - even hair and skin are sometimes consumed. Some vegetable matter is taken separately, particularly berries.

Wolf or dog?
Although domestication has changed the dogs' external appearance, the digestive system and nutritional needs have not changed from those of their wild relatives.

Meat and bones
Dogs are primarily meat eaters, but they do need a balanced source of minerals to maintain true health. Fresh raw bone is essential for providing these important elements in a diet for dogs.

Organs and other innards
All the entrails, including the liver, brain, kidneys, heart, tongue and lungs of large or small prey are consumed in a healty diet for dogs.

Feeding dogs grains, fruits and vegetables
Dogs do not have the digestive capability to break down the cellulose material in plants or the fiber portion of cereal grains. If plant matter is fed to domestic dogs it must be suitably prepared in order to be digested.

Water
The dog's total daily water intake comes from three possible sources: water present in the food, drinking water and metabolic waste that is produced from the assimilation of food.

Essential fatty acids for pets
Your dog's diet requires the same types and ratios of essential fatty acids that their wild counterparts would ingest on an ongoing basis.

Your dog is a carnivore
The Urban Carnivore manufactures and sells a variety of whole animal diets that can be combined with vegetables and fruits, green tripe, meaty bone patties and extra essentials for your dog's individual nutritional needs.

Products
Choose a diet for your dog that provides him or her with all the essential nutrients they need in the most digestible and absorbable forms.

Feeding fresh, natural raw dog food is simple
Our feeding-for health program is based on Whole Animal patties along with additional plant foods. Where certain foods are readily available for their inherent needs, the. Urban Carnivore's EarthORIGINS and Cold Water Fish Oil are simple supplements that can fulfill the need!

How much to feed
Each and every dog has their own particular requirements when it comes to the question of how much to feed.

Diet transition
Making the transition from heat processed dog foods to a fresh, raw food diet for dogs can be accomplished in several ways. How you decide to transfer your dog will depend on age, health status and your dog's appetite.

Dog food preparation and handling
Handling raw food for your pet should follow the same procedures as handling food for yourself.

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Dog food comparison!
Consider exactly what your dog is really eating. Look at the label on commercially processed foods. Just about anything unfit for humans or animals can finds its way into pet foods and it may not be as healthy or safe as most would like to believe.

New generation raw foods
Are raw food diets for dogs really better than dry or canned foods?

No grains - Please!
Dogs have simple stomachs and a short acidic intestinal tract that is ideal for digesting meat. The dog does not digest grains and vegetables as readily as meat and bone. their body prefers a food high in animal protein.

Dog food diet diversity
There is no such thing as a single 'perfect' food, or pet food. Many people feed their dogs the same meal on a constant basis. While this keeps feeding effortless for the owner, the first principle of a healthy diet for humans or pets is simply to eat a wide variety of foods.

The question of bacteria in raw dog foods
Human quality, raw foods for your pets that are properly handled can generally be considered safe.

Dog parasite concerns
Most dogs are infested at one time or another with intestinal parasites. Some are born with them and others acquire them later in life. When they recover, they develop a certain amount of immunity.

Feeding puppies
Hopefully, your puppy has already been started on a raw food diet and comes from a raw fed dam and possibly, the sire as well. If not, this overview may help you understand that providing whole food nutrition for your puppy is not only easy, but worthwhile!

Are our dogs truly healthier eating fresh foods?
Your dog's health is only as good as the foods he eats. Potentially toxic substances can be introduced to your dog's diet without you even knowing. Do your best to choose fresh foods from natural sources.

The history of pet nutrition
Until recently, people who opted to cook for their dogs instead of purchasing commercial foods were looked on as "counterculture" pet owners. Many consumers now believe that responsibility for their pet's health begins at home.

Caninie emergency techniques
A short dog first aid course. CPR, the Heimlich Maneuver, treating wounds, fractures and poisoning, as well as a list of normal vital signs.

Fatty Acid Supplementation in Animals
Like humans, animals require optimal nutrition to maintain good health and prevent disease.

FAQ
Learn the answers to questions about the benefits of raw food diets, preparation and handling, bacteria, health considerations, myths about feeding bones, supplements and so much more.

Gone to the dogs
The Hagel's have been feeding fresh foods to their kennel of dogs for nearly two decades and have witnessed the positive effects of a proper raw food program during their tenure with Dr. Ian Billinghurst and BARF World. As a result, they have successfully supported hundreds of pet owners who feed raw across Canada and around the world.

Urban Carnivore manufacturing facility
Urban Carnivore processing protocols are designed to follow strict hygienic methods. The process always starts with healthy, hand-selected live animals.

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Become a reseller of natural, fresh healthy dog foods
The Urban Carnivore welcomes pet supply retail stores, health stores, training centers, grooming spas, day care facilities, veterinary clinics, and independent resellers.