At Rawesome Vets, we believe in feeding pets a diet that aligns with their natural instincts and biology.
Here's why a Raw Meaty Bones Diet (RMBD) makes sense:
Think natural
Feed your pet what they would prey on in the wild. Feed whole carcasses when and if you can. Otherwise, provide large pieces of raw meaty bones requiring lots of ripping, tearing and crunching.
Keep it simple
Feed once a day or even less frequently. Overfeeding can lead to weight gain and inflammation, and it’s hard to maintain a lean weight when feeding large portions daily. Just like in the wild, pets don’t hunt every day. Fasting can help with weight management and boost immunity.
Bigger is better
Larger bones are safer and reduce choking risks.
Frequency
Based on our experience, most adult domestic pets benefit from being fed once a day or even less frequently e.g. intermittent fasting. Overfeeding is a common issue and a significant contributor to obesity and inflammation. In the wild, animals do not typically hunt or consume prey daily, and their bodies are adapted to intermittent feeding. Feeding large raw meaty bones every day can make it hard for your pet to stay lean and healthy, especially for smaller breeds and older pets. Incorporating regular fasting can aid in weight management and support immune function.
Our Common Suggestions
We recommend starting with a simple, practical approach. Focus on establishing a consistent routine first—once that’s in place, you can introduce variety if desired. In our experience, pet ownership is more enjoyable and sustainable when it’s kept straightforward. Simplicity leads to greater satisfaction for both pets and their owners.
RMBD Feeding Guidelines
🐾 Puppies and Kittens - Puppies
🍗Recommended Daily Total: 2–4x Quail frames or 2–3x Spatchcock frames
⏱️Frequency: As much as they want, at least 3–4 times a day
⚖️If Overweight: Seldom overweight due to high metabolism and growth needs
🐱 Cats - Adult
🍗Recommended Daily Total: 1x spatchcock
⏱️Frequency: Once daily
⚖️If Overweight: Fast 2 separate days a week (e.g., Monday & Friday)
🐶 Small Dogs - Adult
🍗Recommended Daily Total: 1x spatchcock or 1 small chicken frame
⏱️Frequency: Once daily or every other day
⚖️If Overweight: Every other day feeding
🐶 Medium Dogs - Adult
🍗Recommended Daily Total: 1x chicken frame
⏱️Frequency: Once daily or every other day
⚖️If Overweight: Every other day
🐕 Large Dogs - Adult
🍗Recommended Daily Total: 1x chicken frame
⏱️Frequency: Once daily
⚖️If Overweight: Fast 2–3 days a week
🐕🦺 XL Dogs - Adult
🍗Recommended Daily Total: 2–3x chicken frames or 1x duck or turkey frame
⏱️Frequency: 1–2 times daily
⚖️If Overweight: Fast 1–2 days a week
👵 Senile Animals - Special
🍗Recommended Daily Total: Fully thawed chicken frame
📝Notes: Less strength than when younger, poultry carcasses are soft and easy.
🦷 Gummies - Special
🍗Recommended Daily Total: Mince with grinded bones
⏱️Frequency: Refer ‘to’ above for pet size
📝Notes: Still require bones for calcium.
🐶 Brachycephalic Dogs - Special
🍗Recommended Daily Total: Chicken frame or larger, or frozen spatchcock
⏱️Frequency: Refer ‘to’ above for pet size
📝Notes: Larger and frozen bones are safer. Always supervise
🐕 Dolichocephalic Dogs - Special
🍗Recommended Daily Total: Chicken frame or larger, or frozen spatchcock
⏱️Frequency: Refer ‘to’ above for pet size
📝Notes: Require more chewing, more prone to periodontal disease.
⚡ Eats Quickly - Special
🍗Recommended Daily Total: Feed frozen, large frames
⏱️Frequency: Feed less frequently if needed
📝Notes: Slows down speed of eating
Disclaimer
These recommendations are based on our practical experience in the clinic and feedback from clients who have implemented similar changes. Every pet is unique, and individual needs may vary. If you have any questions or concerns, we strongly recommend booking a consultation before making any major changes to your pet’s diet.
