No grapeseed WILL NOT!! From: http://www.secondchanceranch.org/training/raw_meat/myths.html
False: Grapefruit seed extract kills all dangerous bacteria. Truth: This is completely un-scientific and unproven. Furthermore, some bacteria thrive in the acid environment of the stomach. Grapefruit Seed extract is irritating to the dog's stomach lining and the taste is bitter. --- In [email protected], "ntvlawher" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have really mixed feelings about raw, so I have done some research > on my own and have come up with the following points: > > 1. Grapefruit seed extract is a natural antibacterial agent that will > kill mold, bacteria, salmonela and other bacterias found in meat. I > have added this to the preperation of my meat food. > > 2. Because i have a dog with diabetes, it has been recommended that I > feed a high fibre diet. I have noticed through testing that my dog > goes into lipophase, (bad for diabetics) when he is on meat only, so I > have added a bit of cooked brown rice to level this process out, and > balance his protein with a high fibre carb. > > 3. My chi is overweight, so he doesn't get the rice. > > 4. I add about a cup of boiling water to the pins food and about half > to three quarters to the chis food, it is enough to heat through the > meat. > > 5. I also mix the food with plain yogourt with live bacteria culture > (after the water cools slightly) to help the intestines and digestion > process maintain healthy flora to combat any bad bacteria. > > These things have worked for me, so far so good. > > I also grind my own beef that I get from the butcher. > > I guess, in short we are never going to all agree on what the best > method for feeding our pets is, but for me, I have found a system that > I feel safe and comfortable with. Really that is such a big part of > the battle. > > DD. " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Chihuahuas/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
