The Raw Dog Food Truth

The Raw Dog Food Truth

Pets with allergies, skin issues gut issues, and behavior issues can live better lives by eating a species-appropriate diet. Find out the dangers of kibble and cooked foods. Your Pet's Health Is Our Business "Friends Don't Let Friends Feed Kibble"

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September 24, 2025 43 mins

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The carnivore versus omnivore debate isn't just academic – it's reshaping how we feed our pets and directly impacts their health. DeDe Murcer Moffett  and nutritionist Brian dive deep into why this classification matters so profoundly and the concerning motivations behind industry efforts to rebrand dogs as omnivores.

Looking at basic biology tells a clear story: dogs have sharp, pointed teeth for t...

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DeDe & Dr. Jasek talk about a new clinic where pet parents have the freedom to feed the food of their choice as well as get help for their pets without mandates that pet parents don't want. 


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The battle for your pet's health is being waged in food bowls across the country. As raw feeding gains popularity, private equity companies have rushed to capitalize on the movement with their "fresh" alternatives - but at what cost to your pet's wellbeing?

Dr. Judy Jasek and DeDe Murcer Moffett pull back the curtain on how companies like Farmer's Dog have co-opted the raw feeding ind...

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When disaster strikes and your freezer fails, what happens to all that expensive raw dog food? Nutritionist Brian tackles this common raw feeder nightmare with refreshing practicality, explaining why our modern food safety paranoia doesn't apply to our canine companions. "There are no freezers in the wild," he reminds us, sharing his experience of feeding slightly thawed food without issues and explaini...

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,Dr. Judy Jasek and DeDe Murcer Moffett expose the misleading veterinary practices causing pet parents to unnecessarily restrict protein and fat in their dogs' diets while ignoring the real culprits behind health issues.

• The smell of kibble plants and pet food stores reveals the truth about processed pet foods
• Perianal fistulas are often treated with immunosuppressants when natural anti-inflammat...

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Ever wondered if what you're feeding your pet is actually good for them? The truth about commercial pet food is more disturbing than most pet parents realize.

When the FDA issued warnings linking grain-free diets to canine heart disease (DCM), it sent shockwaves through the pet community. But what if that entire controversy was manufactured? A bombshell revelation from this episode exposes how pet food g...

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Raw feeding advocates Dr. Judy Jasek and DeDe Murcer Moffett expose how major pet food companies co-opt raw feeding terminology while selling cooked products, leaving pets undernourished despite clever marketing.

• Pet food companies like Farmer's Dog spend millions on marketing to make cooked food appear equivalent to raw
• Holistic veterinarians generally recommend fresh food diets, not kibble
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Your dog's body tells a remarkable story that few veterinarians acknowledge: every aspect of their physiology is perfectly designed to consume raw meat safely. From specialized enzymes in their saliva that neutralize bacteria to stomach acid powerful enough to dissolve bone, nature has equipped our canine companions with sophisticated systems that processed pet foods often undermine rather than support.

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Dr. Judy Jasek and DeDe Moffett expose the shocking truth about pet food regulations and the synthetic ingredients hiding in commercial dog foods. We discuss how new FDA labeling laws are attempting to undermine raw feeding by requiring misleading language on packaging.

• Summer heat poses serious risks to dogs – protect paws from hot pavement and provide adequate water
• Synthetic vitamins in commercial ...

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Raw feeding isn't just an alternative to kibble—it's the biologically appropriate diet dogs evolved to thrive on, providing all essential nutrients in their most bioavailable forms without harmful processed ingredients. Nutritionist Brian explains why kibble, invented only in 1956, has caused widespread health issues in dogs despite powerful marketing convincing owners it's appropriate.

• Dogs ...

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The pet food industry is ramping up false claims that dogs have "evolved" to eat processed foods, but this contradicts biological reality and ignores how animals are designed to eat species-appropriate diets.

• Dogs and cats have not evolved to eat processed foods any more than humans have evolved to thrive on Snickers bars and Fruit Loops
• Raw diets contain bioactive compounds (glutathione, L-...

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Something alarming is happening to our pets. Veterinarians across the country are reporting unprecedented levels of chronic illness, cancer, and behavioral issues—even in very young animals. What's behind this troubling trend?

DeDe Murcer-Moffett and Dr. Judy Jasek dive deep into Colorado's controversial new pet vaccine requirements and what they mean for health-conscious pet parents. Following an a...

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We discuss dangerous medications for pets, focusing on common drugs that pet owners may not realize can harm their animals and natural alternatives for managing health issues.

• Ivermectin can be toxic to dogs with the MDR1 gene mutation, commonly found in herding breeds
• UC Davis offers a $55 saliva test to determine if your dog has the MDR1 mutation
• Human medications like ibuprofen and Tylenol ca...

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We explore how dogs become addicted to chemicals and additives in processed pet food, and why some initially resist raw diets despite these being healthier options. Patience during the transition from kibble to raw food leads to remarkable health improvements that pet owners consistently report.

• Dogs often reject raw food initially because they're experiencing withdrawal from chemical additives in kibb...

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Dr. Judy Jasek and DeDe Murcer Moffett discuss when pet owners should take their animals to emergency veterinary care and how to avoid unnecessary tests and expenses. We explore the concerning trends in emergency vet care, including excessive testing, medication, and hospitalization that can sometimes make pets sicker rather than helping them recover.

• Emergency vet visits can cost $800-$1000 just to walk in...

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The myth of the "perfect diet" for dogs has created generations of malnourished pets. Raw feeding experts DeDe Murcer Moffett and Dr. Judy Jasek tackle the dangerous misconception that dogs should eat the same food day after day, year after year.

"Would you eat the exact same meal for five years straight?" they ask, highlighting how unnatural this approach is for canines - natural scavenge...

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Ever wonder why the pet food industry makes feeding your dog or cat seem so complicated? This eye-opening conversation between DeDe Murcer-Moffett and Dr. Judy Jasek cuts through the noise to reveal a simple truth: your pet was designed to eat raw, unprocessed food.

We dive into the everyday toxins potentially harming your pet that most owners never consider. From chlorinated tap water causing skin issues to ...

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What if everything you thought you knew about pet food was designed to sell products, not support health? DeDe Murcer Moffett and veterinarian Dr. Judy Jasek pull back the curtain on commercial pet food, revealing shocking truths about what's really in that bag of kibble.

Drawing from 25 years of raw feeding experience, they explain how the starches in corn-based kibble break down into sugars through enz...

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Homeopath Neely Piazza explains how homeopathic remedies work with the body's natural healing processes rather than suppressing symptoms, offering a powerful alternative to conventional veterinary treatments.

• Homeopathy matches natural remedies to the body's healing strategy, helping resolve issues faster with less suffering 
• Conventional medicine (allopathy) merely stops symptoms without he...

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We tackle the myth of "premium kibble" and expose why all processed pet food falls short nutritionally regardless of price point or marketing claims.

• No such thing as "perfect kibble" - all kibble contains starches and synthetic vitamins
• Raw food costs comparable to premium kibble brands but delivers superior nutrition
• Think of raw feeding as an insurance policy against expe...

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