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Raw Dog Food Venison Edmonton
Oct 21, 2024
Venison is a lean, novel raw protein popular with Edmonton dog owners looking to rotate proteins or avoid common sensitivities. Here is what to know.
Venison is one of the leaner and more novel proteins available in raw feeding, and it is sought out by dog owners who want to introduce a protein that most dogs have had little or no prior exposure to.
Venison, or deer meat, is a lean protein with a rich flavour that most dogs find highly appealing. Because it is not commonly used in commercial dog food, it is considered a genuinely novel protein for the majority of dogs, making it particularly useful for owners working through elimination diets under veterinary guidance. Our post on raw dog food for dogs with allergies covers how novel proteins are used in this context.
Like other complete raw proteins, venison-based raw food includes muscle meat, organ meat, and ground bone in a balanced formula.
Venison works well as a rotation protein alongside more commonly fed options like beef, chicken, and turkey. Some raw feeders use it as an occasional addition a couple of times per week, while others include it as a regular part of their dog's protein rotation. For guidance on how to structure a rotation, see our post on how to rotate proteins in raw dog food.
Its lean profile makes it suitable for most dogs, including those on the lower end of the activity scale, without being excessively low in fat.
Venison raw dog food is less commonly stocked than beef or chicken in the Edmonton area. Hound and Bone sources products from trusted suppliers and updates the product range as items become available. Check the current shop listings or contact us at info@houndandbone.ca to ask about current or upcoming availability.
The bundle builder is a useful option for owners who want to include venison as an occasional tube in a custom mixed order when it is in stock.
This article is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Every dog is different — consult your veterinarian before making changes to your dog’s diet. Individual results may vary.