Episode 4 - Kibble, Fresh, Raw...What's Best For Your Pet?

Choosing the right diet for your pet can be overwhelming. With so many options—kibble, canned, fresh, raw, prescription diets—how do you know what’s actually best? In this episode of Guaranteed Analysis: Pet Food Unleashed, we break down the pros and cons of different pet food types to help you make informed decisions.

Join us as we tackle myths, discuss science-backed nutrition, and share expert insights into how different feeding methods impact pet health. Whether you’re a pet guardian or a veterinary professional, this episode is packed with valuable information on pet nutrition, ingredient quality, and feeding strategies.

💬 Topics Covered:

✔️ The two major categories of pet food

✔️ Kibble vs. wet food – benefits, risks, and common misconceptions

✔️ What does “ingredient-centric” really mean?

✔️ The rise of fresh and homemade pet food

✔️ Dietary drift and how small changes can unbalance a diet

✔️ The controversy around raw feeding – risks, benefits, and safety measures

✔️ How to make the best choice based on your pet’s health and your lifestyle

🔖 Episode Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

03:29 - Two Main Categories

10:46 - Kibble (Pros)

21:36 - Kibble (Cons)

25:15 - Wet Food (Pros)

28:14 - Wet Food (Cons)

32:42 - 2nd Category: "Ingredient Central"

37:16 - Fresh Category

39:43 - Fresh (Pros)

47:26 - Fresh (Cons)

55:20 - Dietary Drift

01:03:30 - Raw

01:11:34 - Wrap Up

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