This mix produces about 10 gallons of feed. The average dog in our kennel gets about 8 cups of this stew and it’s heated up in a 100 qt cooker which helps keep their core warm in cold conditions. Freezer pending…this mix changes in the summer, with less fat or changing the main protein source to chicken or turkey as beef is expensive and not necessary during light training months. We have also fed tripe, beaver, venison, rabbit, squirrel, fish, and horse. There are many options and we usually don’t turn down free meat if we can get it. Some mushers mix in rice for carbohydrates too.

This could also be mixed up without the water and frozen for future use. If you have a high energy active dog it could last you up to a month. You must be very careful about feeding too much fat! It can over work the pancreas and your dog will get very sick and could possibly die in extreme cases. Changes you will see in your pet:

increased energy and vigor

increased hydration

better musculature and figure

a healthier and shinier coat

less water consumption

less dog poop in the yard

elimination of digestive stress

Dogs have a very short digestive tract, they are not affected by bacteria and mold as much as humans are. If the meat smells rotten or old to the point of gagging, don’t feed it. Chances are it is! Along with this fact, raw vegetables are not going to supplement them very much other than providing some fiber. You don’t need to worry about “human grade” sanitation practices or finding human grade meat. It’s extremely expensive. However, make sure you clean up good after you are done and wash your hands!

Without fibrous things to chew on dogs can develop tartar buildup on their teeth potentially leading to gum disease or tooth loss. We feed a lot of animal carcasses which help clean teeth and keep good weight on the dogs. Never feed your dog cooked bones from the pet store, they are dry and brittle and could kill your pet! Soft raw bones are the best for them. We supplement weekly with venison carcasses acquired during deer season from our local butcher.

Check out the YouTube videos for tips on feeding raw bones.

I am by no means a nutritional expert nor am I asking you to agree with me 100%, however I can put you in touch with those that are. Take the parts that you need and go for it! Mushing is one of the sports where the longer you’re in it, the less you know. We’re always learning new things too. Good luck!