Raw Feeding Jargon

A Key to all the benefits of what raw feeding provides.

• Iron: transports oxygen via the red blood cells throughout the body so it can produce energy
• Protein: supplies amino acids to build hair, skin, nails, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage.
• Calcium: essentials for bone structure and controls the muscle and nerve system
• Phosphorus: helps form bones and teeth, and helps the muscles, kidney, and heart function
• Potassium: Necessary for the heart to keep beating in rhythm as it contributes to nerve impulses and voluntary and involuntary muscle contractions.
• B Vitamins:
  • Vitamin B6 is responsible for glucose generation, red blood cell and nervous system function, hormone regulation and immune system support.
  • Vitamin B12 Vital for a healthy nervous system and brain function as well as the formation and growth of blood cells and keeping the digestive system healthy.
  • Niacin (B3) used to help treat inflammation and skin conditions.
  • Riboflavin (B2) supports the digestive system as it aids in breaking down the protein, carbohydrates and fat and turns them into energy.
• Magnesium contributes to strong and healthy bones and aids in muscle function.
• Phosphorus for healthy teeth bones and metabolism. Also, essentials to help support kidney function.
• Zinc: supports the pets thyroid function and immune system
• Selenium: aids in the correct function of the metabolism
• Taurine: Vital amino acid for vision, digestion, heart function and a healthy immune system
• Omegas
  • Omega 3 aids in the control of inflammation
  • Omega 6 is important for healthy reproduction, growth, immune function and skin and coat.
• Leucine: Helps promote muscle recovery and repair after exercise.
• Proline: Helps support cartilage and healing wounds.
• Aspartic acid: Helps boost antibody production.
• Glucosamine: stimulates cartilage growth and thicken synovial fluid improving mechanical joint function.
• Chondroitin: increases the cartilage cell and lubricant production to help maintain and repair the joints
• Collogen: helps to improve the skin, coat and nails leaving your pet feeling soft and looking shinny. It helps restore moisture and overall skin health.
• Vitamins
  • A: supports vision, bone growth, reproduction, and immune system.
  • C: Helps reduce inflammation and cognitive ageing. (Dogs can synthesize in their own livers)
  • E: helps the immune system, nerve system and keeps the skin healthy
  • K: essential for the coagulation of proteins need for blood to clot. (Found in beef, liver, chicken, and salmon)