03/17/2026
I have seen a lot of questions pop up in different dog Facebook groups asking what they should feed their dog and what kibble they should switch to.
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Just because dogs can eat kibble… doesn’t mean it’s good for them.
Kibble was created in 1956—and since then, we’ve seen a steady rise in cancer and other chronic health issues in dogs. Before kibble became the norm, dogs were eating table scraps and fresh, whole foods… and overall, fewer health issues were reported.
Now let’s be clear—feeding raw isn’t dangerous when done correctly.
You can’t just toss your dog some ground beef and call it balanced. Like anything, it takes knowledge and effort.
Kibble is convenient.
It’s easy to store.
It’s quick to feed.
But convenience doesn’t always equal quality.
And honestly? There’s really no such thing as “high-quality kibble”—just better marketing. Fancy bags, buzzwords, and labels designed to make you feel like you’re making the best choice.
👉 Yes, some dogs do better on certain kibbles than others.
👉 Yes, switching proteins can make a difference.
But have you ever really looked at what’s in your dog’s food?
Let’s talk about 4D meats:
Dead. Dying. Diseased. Down.
These animals can legally be used in pet food.
Ingredients like:
• Chicken By-Product Meal
• Poultry By-Product Meal
• Natural Flavor
Do you actually know what those mean?
“Natural flavor” sounds harmless—but it can be heavily processed and sourced from things like animal digest, fats, or plant extracts. It also means your “salmon” food could still contain chicken… which is a big problem for dogs with allergies.
Here’s another thing most people don’t know 👇
Ingredient lists are based on wet weight.
That means the “chicken” listed first loses a ton of weight once cooked—often dropping way down the list. What’s really making up the bulk of the food?
Things like:
• Corn
• Rice flour
• Peas
• Lentils
• By-products
So… are we feeding dogs—or just filling a bag?
Even in so-called “premium” foods, you’ll often see multiple forms of legumes (peas, lentils, fibers) dominating the ingredient list.
And no—your dog’s digestive system hasn’t magically evolved to thrive on ultra-processed food.
They can eat kibble.
But that doesn’t mean it’s what they were designed to eat… or that they’re truly getting the nutrition they need.
If you’ve ever questioned what you’re feeding your dog—you’re not alone.
And you don’t have to overhaul everything overnight.
Small, informed changes can make a big difference. 🐾
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