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**missalita** · 02-10-2013, 11:35 PM

I fed it to Zsa Zsa for several months. I would like to order more but it is so expensive. I may still go back. She loved it, although it did take her a bit to realize it was actually food. I still feed her raw chicken gizzards and livers and today I gave her a raw chicken wing. She loved it. She doesn't really give kisses and since she occasionally embibes on her own um...poop...I don't encourage kisses. I figure raw food is cleaner than raw poop.

**silverhaven** · 02-11-2013, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by eiksaa

That's funny, because I was reading about Small Batch today and that's what prompted me to post that thread about protein content. This website says the protein content is 14% but how could that be for something raw, meat based? And isn't that too low? Boy I am confused.
SmallBatch Raw Frozen Dog Food | Review and Rating

If you scroll down on the website you referenced, it kinda explains it for you

"The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 51%, a fat level of 36% and estimated carbohydrates of about 5%." Looks like an excellent food.

**eiksaa** · 02-11-2013, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by silverhaven

If you scroll down on the website you referenced, it kinda explains it for you

"The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 51%, a fat level of 36% and estimated carbohydrates of about 5%." Looks like an excellent food.

Yes, I read Pam's reply on that thread AFTER I made this post.

So now I think this protein level is too high, haha. Oh boy, wish this was easier.

**TLR** · 02-11-2013, 05:55 AM

I switched Ben to Stella and Cheweys frozen raw a few months ago and it is the best thing that could have happened to him. He was never a good eater and now he twirls around at feeding time. His coat looks better already and he just acts like he feels better. I do have to wash his face after feeding.

**Dominic** · 02-11-2013, 10:03 AM

All I can say is I'm very comfortable with the Small Batches Raw frozen patties, only because within 3 months Dom has never has a food/potty/itching problem and I believe the protein level is acceptable.

Another difference you see on the raw is the poop size, it's crazy, way smaller than on kibble. His vet said that's great as the food waste is minimal showing that he is absorbing all the goodness.

He eats the beef, lamb & turkey. His energy level is incredible and even his groomer tells me she has never seen a Maltese hair so soft and shiny as Dominic's (to which I give credit also to the coconut oil).

Sometimes I sneak some green beans or carrots to see if he slows down the eating but man, he eats fast.

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**maltese manica** · 02-11-2013, 10:32 AM

I do homecook for my three but have also introduced Sojos as well. They seem to do very well on that !!!

**pammy4501** · 02-11-2013, 01:58 PM

I have been feeding this:

Nature?s Variety Instinct Raw Frozen Dog Food | Review and Rating

I also do a rotational diet. I switch proteins every month or so. This food has a dry matter protein of 41% which is still a bit high for my liking for our breed. They aren't pulling a sled in the snow or hearding sheep all day! I use about 1/3 - 1/2 the recommended amount and suppliment the feeding with fresh veg, sweet or regular potatos etc. I cook the veg and keep it in the fridge. I thaw the frozed raw food for the day overnight in the fridge. I warm up the veg and add the raw and feed. Dogs love it.

**Kathleen** · 02-11-2013, 03:44 PM

We rotate between Sojos grain free turkey or beef, Stella & Chewy's freeze dried, and Dr. Harvey's Veg to Bowl with cooked meat.
I have tried the frozen raw a few times (S&C and Bravo), but cannot get two of my three to eat it. I don't think they like the texture. They back away from it

My Lhasa, Buddy, had itchy ears and chewed his feet every night, but since we switched to raw and grain free, he has been doing great. I give him fish oil too, which I think has also helped a lot.

**shellbeme** · 02-11-2013, 07:02 PM

I think there are several of us on the forums who greatly misunderstand protein. Here is an article and video about it by Dr. Becker, if you think she's a quack, then disregard, personally I think she's brilliant

Pet Food Mistake that Could Destroy Their Kidney and Liver

**The A Team** · 02-11-2013, 07:12 PM

Thanks everyone, I'm thinking of trying a raw diet for my kids, if I can afford it...Archie and Abbey can really use it!!

02-10-2013, 11:35 PM	#11 (permalink)
missalita Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 78	I fed it to Zsa Zsa for several months. I would like to order more but it is so expensive. I may still go back. She loved it, although it did take her a bit to realize it was actually food. I still feed her raw chicken gizzards and livers and today I gave her a raw chicken wing. She loved it. She doesn't really give kisses and since she occasionally embibes on her own um...poop...I don't encourage kisses. I figure raw food is cleaner than raw poop. __________________ Zsa Zsa (Puppy mill? What's a puppy mill? You must have me mistaken with someone else. I've been a Princess my WHOLE life.)

02-11-2013, 05:55 AM	#14 (permalink)
TLR Maltese Guru Name: Tracey Dog's Name: Ben Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 2,732	I switched Ben to Stella and Cheweys frozen raw a few months ago and it is the best thing that could have happened to him. He was never a good eater and now he twirls around at feeding time. His coat looks better already and he just acts like he feels better. I do have to wash his face after feeding. __________________

02-11-2013, 10:03 AM	#15 (permalink)
Dominic Maltese Guru Name: Beatriz Dog's Name: Dominic & Benjamin Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: San Francisco Bay Area. CA Posts: 342	Anyone feed Raw? All I can say is I'm very comfortable with the Small Batches Raw frozen patties, only because within 3 months Dom has never has a food/potty/itching problem and I believe the protein level is acceptable. Another difference you see on the raw is the poop size, it's crazy, way smaller than on kibble. His vet said that's great as the food waste is minimal showing that he is absorbing all the goodness. He eats the beef, lamb & turkey. His energy level is incredible and even his groomer tells me she has never seen a Maltese hair so soft and shiny as Dominic's (to which I give credit also to the coconut oil). Sometimes I sneak some green beans or carrots to see if he slows down the eating but man, he eats fast. Sent from Petguide.com Free App __________________ You can follow Dominic & Benjamin on Instagram!

02-11-2013, 01:58 PM	#17 (permalink)
pammy4501 Maltese Guru Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Moorpark, Ca. Posts: 3,303	I have been feeding this: Nature?s Variety Instinct Raw Frozen Dog Food \| Review and Rating I also do a rotational diet. I switch proteins every month or so. This food has a dry matter protein of 41% which is still a bit high for my liking for our breed. They aren't pulling a sled in the snow or hearding sheep all day! I use about 1/3 - 1/2 the recommended amount and suppliment the feeding with fresh veg, sweet or regular potatos etc. I cook the veg and keep it in the fridge. I thaw the frozed raw food for the day overnight in the fridge. I warm up the veg and add the raw and feed. Dogs love it. __________________ Lola, Frankie & Truffles Mom Please donate to GME reseach. Lola's GME Research Fund http://maf.convio.net/goto/lolagme.fund

02-11-2013, 03:44 PM	#18 (permalink)
Kathleen Maltese Guru Dog's Name: Daisy, Max and Buddy; Grendel, Molly and Bunny in heaven Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 733	We rotate between Sojos grain free turkey or beef, Stella & Chewy's freeze dried, and Dr. Harvey's Veg to Bowl with cooked meat. I have tried the frozen raw a few times (S&C and Bravo), but cannot get two of my three to eat it. I don't think they like the texture. They back away from it My Lhasa, Buddy, had itchy ears and chewed his feet every night, but since we switched to raw and grain free, he has been doing great. I give him fish oil too, which I think has also helped a lot. __________________ Daisy and Max

02-11-2013, 10:32 AM	#16 (permalink)
maltese manica Maltese Guru Name: Janene Dog's Name: Babinka, Tiny Tina and Peppino Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Canada, Ontario Posts: 1,950	I do homecook for my three but have also introduced Sojos as well. They seem to do very well on that !!!

02-11-2013, 07:02 PM	#19 (permalink)
shellbeme Maltese Guru Name: Shelly Dog's Name: Rocky Muffin and Prince Tucker Bean Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,471	I think there are several of us on the forums who greatly misunderstand protein. Here is an article and video about it by Dr. Becker, if you think she's a quack, then disregard, personally I think she's brilliant Pet Food Mistake that Could Destroy Their Kidney and Liver __________________ http://fluffsnstuff.blogspot.com/

02-11-2013, 07:12 PM	#20 (permalink)
The A Team Maltese Guru Name: Pat Dog's Name: Archie, Abbey, Ava, Mona Lisa and Tinker Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: South Jersey Posts: 17,493	Thanks everyone, I'm thinking of trying a raw diet for my kids, if I can afford it...Archie and Abbey can really use it!! __________________ Pat and "The A Team" Archie, Ava and Abbey Life is Good!!!....and keeps gettin' better!!! To get to Ava's FB page... https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ava/2...9759780?ref=hl

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