{"id":2468,"date":"2022-01-06T17:05:36","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T22:05:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.karburnation.ca\/faq\/"},"modified":"2026-03-15T12:05:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T16:05:58","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.karburnation.ca\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.karburnation.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/header-faq-1536&#215;514-1.jpeg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;header-faq-1536&#215;514&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_image][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.karburnation.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/faq-1-2.jpg&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;2%||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>PREPARATION<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I cook meat before serving?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, you can cook your dog or cat meat formula, but only if it is a boneless meat formula. Furthermore, cooked meat will lose only a minimal amount of nutrients compared to raw meat.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I defrost raw meat in the microwave?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>To the extent that you want to serve raw meat, we do not recommend to thaw it in the microwave, since it would cook meat. Thus, we recommend to thaw frozen meat in fresh water for 15 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I measure the required daily raw food serving?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>In general, an adult dog daily ration is about 2.5% of their weight. Since this is not calculated on a straight-line basis according to their age, size, and activity level, we recommend you to refer to the \u2018\u2018Preparing your own dog food\u2019\u2019 or \u2018\u2018Preparing your own cat food\u2019\u2019 page in order to determine the exact daily serving.<\/p>\n<p>The food ration is determined by calories included in raw food as well as your pet energy needs based on their weight and activity level.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to know your pet\u2019s weight and ask your vet if such weight is ideal.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is it complicated to prepare homemade pet food?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Absolutely not! On the contrary, preparing homemade pet food is simpler than you think. Please refer to the &#8221;Preparing your own dog food&#8221; or &#8221;Preparing your own cat food&#8221; pages.<\/p>\n<p>*Should you use the Karbur dietary supplement in your homemade pet food, please note that there is <strong>no need to add crushed bones<\/strong>\u00a0in it since our supplement contains enough calcium and phosphorus.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What is the meat\/organ\/vegetable ratio I should abide by?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Please refer to the &#8221;Preparing your own dog food&#8221; or &#8221;Preparing your own cat food&#8221; pages.<\/p>\n<p>*Should you use the Karbur dietary supplement in your homemade pet food, please note that there is <strong>no need to add crushed bones\u00a0<\/strong>in it since our supplement contains enough calcium and phosphorus.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are fruits and vegetables essential to fresh pet diets?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes! They are a good fibre source and offer numerous benefits to ensure proper intestine functioning. Berries have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to their polyphenol content. However, fruits and vegetables do not bring enough vitamins and minerals to cover the puppy &amp; adult dog minimum nutritional requirements, that is why we elaborated our dietary supplements. Instead of giving your pet commercial treats, try with a slice of apple, carrot or even a raspberry! They\u2019ll love it!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I feed my dog with fish? If yes, should I adjust the Karbur dog supplement serving?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Fish and marine oils can be an important source of vitamin D. Since Karbur dog dietary supplements contain a sufficient amount of vitamin D, care must be taken not to exceed the maximum required quantity and to limit the fish intake to a safe level.<\/p>\n<p>For example, salmon contains 441 IU of vitamin D3\/100 g), so we must include up to 10% of salmon in the homemade raw portion when using Karbur puppy, adult dog or senior dog supplement, and abide by the following formula: 70% meat, 10% salmon, 10% organs and 10% fruits and vegetables.<\/p>\n<p>It is important for you to know the vitamin D value when you wish to feed your dog with fish. Here are a few examples:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/\">https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Salmon: 441 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<br \/>Herring: 167 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<br \/>Sardine: 192 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<br \/>Carp: 988 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<br \/>Haddock: 18 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<br \/>Sardine Oil: 332 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<br \/>Cod Liver Oil: 10 000 IU of vitamin D\/100 g<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.karburnation.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/faq2-2.jpg&#8221; background_size=&#8221;contain&#8221; background_position=&#8221;center_left&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;-40px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; background_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; background_position_phone=&#8221;top_center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;35px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;35px|auto||auto||&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;10em||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||46px|||&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2><strong>SANITATION AND SAFETY<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is it safe to feed my dog or cat with raw food?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, it is safe to serve raw meat, to the extent that the basic hygiene and safety handling rules and precautions are followed, in terms of raw food preparation, preservation, handling, and cleaning. These rules are the same as the ones you abide by when preparing your own meals.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is it safe to give raw pork meat to my dog or cat?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Absolutely! Pork meat is rich in iron, zinc, and vitamin A, and is quite affordable. Furthermore, it provides your pet with a sustainable energy level.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Could my homemade recipes be unbalanced?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>If you strictly abide by our &#8221;Home Recipe Ideas&#8221; page, your homemade pet food will be balanced.<\/p>\n<p>* Should you use the Karbur dietary supplement in your homemade pet food, please note that there is <u>no need to add bones<\/u> in it since our supplement contains enough calcium and phosphorus.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can raw-fed dogs or cats end up with worms?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>No. In general, dogs can get worms through contacts with other pets.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section&#8221; 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custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;35px|||150px|false|false&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;-30px|40px|0px|40px|false|true&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||46px|||&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;||46px|||&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|80px|0px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2><strong>HEALTH<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What constitute AAFCO and NRC?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]AAFCO stands for the Association of American Feed Control Officials and is the official resource in terms of dog and cat commercial food nutritional profiles in North America. Such organization seeks its primary references based on minimal nutritional requirements for cats and dogs, as published by the US National Research Council (NRC). Therefore, the NRC provides their guidelines to the AAFCO.<\/p>\n<p>In order to meet complete and balanced nutritional needs, the AAFCO takes into account the apparent digestibility of ingredients commonly found in Pet Food. They consider safety factors to account for differences in the food nutrient availability due to ingredient and processing variations. Therefore, certain AAFCO nutrient minimums are higher than the NRC standards. Moreover, the AAFCO is stricter than the NRC when it comes to safe maximum limits.<\/p>\n<p>In summary, if a recipe is complete and balanced with regards to AAFCO, it is also for the NRC.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/slnutrition4pet.com\/fran%C3%A7ais\/f\/quels-sont-les-standards-nutritionnels-reconnus-pour-le-pet-food\">https:\/\/slnutrition4pet.com\/fran%C3%A7ais\/f\/quels-sont-les-standards-nutritionnels-reconnus-pour-le-pet-food<\/a>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What should I do if my dog or cat gain weight? &#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Weight gain happens when the calorie consumption is greater than the dog energy expenditure. Also, the raw portion fat content contributes to a greater share of calories as opposed to proteins or carbohydrates.<\/p>\n<p>Conversely, if your dog or cat looses weight, you must check if they eat enough according to their energy requirements or if there are any other health issues.<\/p>\n<p>The calorie intake, exercise, amount of food or treat consumed, weight and body condition must be closely monitored.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are the Karbur dietary supplements adapted to each life stage?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Of course! Our team developed a dietary supplement that meets the specific need of each life stage. Each supplement has been carefully elaborated by a team of pet nutrition professionals.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are omega-3 fatty acids essential to my dog?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]In fact, they are essential to the puppy development and growth as well as pregnat females. Omega-3 fatty acids help maintaining a healthy skin and coat. For older dogs, they improve cognitive skills and prevent brain deterioration.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are there many harmful or toxic foods for dogs?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Certain common foods should absolutely be avoided as they can be harmful to dogs:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"vc_toggle vc_toggle_square vc_toggle_color_default vc_toggle_size_md vc_toggle_active\">\n<div class=\"vc_toggle_content\">\n<table border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Garlic<\/td>\n<td>Coffee<\/td>\n<td>Milk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Onions<\/td>\n<td>Grapes &amp; clustered fruits<\/td>\n<td>Certain nuts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Candy<\/td>\n<td>Gum<\/td>\n<td>Chocolate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Apricot, plum<\/td>\n<td>Peach, cherry<\/td>\n<td>Sugary drinks and foods<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Raw potato<\/td>\n<td>Alcohol<\/td>\n<td>Human-use medicines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_toggle vc_toggle_square vc_toggle_color_default vc_toggle_size_md\">\n<div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_toggle vc_toggle_square vc_toggle_color_default vc_toggle_size_md\">\n<div class=\"vc_toggle_title\">\n<h4><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I feed my dog with avocado?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]We recommend you to avoid it, because avocado contains persin, which is a antifungal toxin the avocado tree uses to defend itself. Such toxin can be present in the tree leaves, stem, fruit, avocado skin, pit, etc.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can my dog have eggs?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Yes, but it is preferable to cook or boil them first, since raw egg white contains an enzyme called \u2018\u2018<em>avidin<\/em>\u2019\u2019 that interferes with the absorption of biotin (vitamin B8). It is by no means catastrophic for dogs to consume raw eggs on an occasional basis, but that could become a potential issue if they eat too much of them on a regular basis.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What about mixed rations (combination of raw food &#038; commercial food)?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]Numerous dog owners chose to feed their dog with mixed rations, which, for example, constitutes a ration of kibbles in the morning and a raw food serving at night. This is quite convenient when you need to travel, spend time outdoors, or go on vacation with your dog.<\/p>\n<p>Should this be your dog\u2019s feeding mode, it is important to know that only the raw food serving consisting of boneless meat, organs, fruits and vegetables needs to include the Karbur adult\/senior dog dietary supplement representing 2 g for each 100 g of raw food. On the other hand, puppies and pregnant females will need 5 g of Karbur puppy dietary supplement for each 100 g of raw food.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Will raw food alleviate or eliminate my pet&#8217;s allergies?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>BARF raw food diets allow for pet owners to identify proteins that can pose a problem to their dog or cat and easily implement an eviction diet. Many pets have a sensitive stomach or are intolerant to one or more proteins, such as chicken, beef, or turkey. If you suspect that your pet suffers from food allergies or intolerances, we recommend you to feed them with one single protein that does not cause any symptoms in order to alleviate or eradicate the problem.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Why include dry yeast in your dietary supplements?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#D9AA45&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;25px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#222222&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||0px|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>The dry yeast used in Karbur dog dietary supplements is a source of mannan-oligosaccharides and helps balancing the gut bacterial population and has a direct and indirect effect on the digestive tract health. 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