So what is a picky eater?
Dogs can become picky eaters for multiple reasons.
Health issues
Bad habits you introduce
Environmental factors
A quick trip to the vet will ensure that your dog is healthy and well.
Spoiling your dog and feeding them too many treats, or feeding them from your table are habits that you should break.
It’s not healthy for the dog and can create a picky eater
Environmental factors such as too many distractions or too much noise at mealtime can also create a picky eater
So once you eliminate some of these, we need to look at the food itself.
What is the best food for picky eaters and why?
There is a much better way to feed your dog and it’s called human-grade fresh food, and it’s even more convenient than store-bought kibble etc. Dogs love it because it smells good, tastes great and is healthy and full of moisture. We have found that even the pickiest eaters will eat this food. We will talk about some recipes that work below.
Meal 1: Grass Fed Beef Bowl
Grass Fed Beef Bowls are rich in antioxidants. Ideal for most dogs and particularly good for active dogs. Moderate - high fat and grain-free and rich in egg yolk oil which promotes healthy skin and coats.
Ingredients:
Grass Feed Beef, Beef Liver, Potato, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Cranberry, Egg Yolk, Cabbage, Kelp Powder, Himalayan Salt, Organic Psyllium Seed Husk, Brewer’s Yeast, Egg Shell Powder, Sunflower Oil, Fish Oil
Pros
high protein - low fat
rich in egg yolk oil - creates shinier, healthier coats
grain-free recipe
heart healthy
great for active dogs
great for puppies and older dogs
Cons
Some dogs can be allergic to beef
Meal 2. Free Range Chicken Bowl
Free Range Chicken Bow, a high protein low-fat meal, rich in egg yolk oil which promotes healthy skin and coats. Best for tummy troubles or weight problems. Great for puppies and older dogs.
Ingredients:
Free Range Chicken Breast, Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart, Chinese Yam, Pumpkin, Carrot, Apple, Egg Yolk, Broccoli, Quinoa, Himalayan Salt, Kelp Powder, Organic Psyllium Seed Husk, Brewer’s Yeast, Egg Shell Powder, Sunflower Oil, Fish Oil
Pros
High protein - low fat
Rich in egg yolk oil - creates shinier, healthier coats
digested easily - great for picky eaters
Good for diabetes and pancreatitis
best for tummy troubles or a weight problem
great for puppies and older dogs
ideal balance of vitamins and minerals
Cons
Some dogs just don’t like chicken or have allergies
Meal 3. Barn Raised Turkey Bowl
Our Barn Raise Turkey Bowl is a high-protein low-fat meal. Very heart healthy and great for older dogs. Contains only healthy grains and is one of our easily digested meals.
Ingredients:
Barn Raise Turkey Breast, Kale, Quinoa, Pumpkin, Purple Sweet Potato, Carrots, Egg Yolk, Apple, Kelp Powder, Himalayan Salt, Organic Psyllium Seed Husk, Brown Rice, Wild Rice, Brewer’s Yeast, Egg Shell Powder, Flaxseed Oil, Fish Oil
Pros
high protein - low fat
rich in egg yolk oil - creates shinier, healthier coats
digested easily - great for sensitive stomachs
heart healthy
best for tummy troubles or a weight problem
senior dog friendly
contains only healthy grains
Cons
Some dogs just don’t like Turkey or have allergies
Meal 4. Free Range Pork Bowl
Our Free Range Pork Bowl is a great source of essential fatty acids and an immune system booster. It is one of our grain-free recipes. Great for dogs with food sensitivities and picky eaters.
Ingredients:
Free Range Pork, Pork Liver, Chinese Yam, Green Bean, Carrots, Brown Mushroom, Apple, Kale, Kelp Powder, Himalayan Salt, Brown Rice, Wild Rice, Organic Psyllium Seed Husk, Brewer‘s Yeast, Egg Shell Powder, Sunflower Oil, Membranes of Chicken Gizzards, Fish Oil
Pros
Great for picky eaters
helps with food sensitivities
grain-free recipe
great source of essential fatty acids
great for active dogs
full of complex carbs and antioxidants
Cons
Some dogs have pork allergies
Meal 5. Wild Kangaroo Bowl
Our Wild Kangaroo Bowl is very low fat using one of the leanest proteins. It is ideal for dogs with weight problems and is a great immune system booster.
Easily digested it is great for puppies and older dogs.
Ingredients:
Kangaroo, Lamb Liver, Lamb Heart, Brown Mushroom, Sweet Potatoe, kale, Carrots, Cauliflower, Apple, Brown Rice, Kelp, Salt (non-iodised), Psyllium Husk (organic), Brewer's Yeast, Eggshell Powder, Fish Oil, Sunflower Oil.
Pros
high protein - very low fat
Ideal for overweight dogs and diabetes
contains only healthy grains
rich in vitamins and omega 3
great for active dogs
creates healthy coats and nourishes skin
Cons
Some dogs take time to adjust to this rich protein
Meal 6. Wild Salmon Bowl
Our Wild Salmon Bowl is great for dogs with food sensitivities and allergies. A great source of Omega-3 Fatty acids which support the immune system. Salmon can help decrease inflammation. This recipe helps keep coats shiny and healthy.
Pros
higher in protein
great source of omega-3 fatty acids
promotes healthy cardiovascular function
helps healthy joint function
reduces inflammation throughout the entire system
creates healthy coats and nourishes the skin
Cons
Some dogs have allergies to fish
We recommend you follow the guide below when transitioning to a new diet
Final thoughts
Some dogs have allergies to certain proteins. These are most commonly: beef, chicken, eggs, soy or wheat gluten and dairy.
When pet eats food containing these proteins they will often display food allergy symptoms. Proteins are the most common cause of allergies but additives can also be responsible.
We recommend meals recommended with no additives like those above.
We recommend RARA FRESH meals. They make fresh food using Sous-Vide technology so you can store it in your cupboard for up to 90 days. It’s delivered free to your door. Healthy and convenient and economical.
Check out our amazing recipes @ www.rarafresh.com.au