Nutritionally sound homemade dog food- from start to finish. The book you need to feed nutritionally balanced food at home.
For years, the Raw Fed & Nerdy course has helped thousands of pet owners learn how to formulate balanced homemade diets using science, nutrient requirements, and practical formulation principles. Now, that information has been brought together into a single, expanded, fully updated reference designed specifically for modern eBook readers.
Rather than navigating dozens of lessons inside a virtual classroom, this book puts the entire course at your fingertips in one searchable resource. Whether you're reading on a tablet, phone, eReader, or computer, you can quickly find the information you need without logging in, clicking through modules, or trying to remember where a topic was covered.
Inside, you'll learn:
(Full table of contents below)
• The fundamentals of canine nutrition and nutrient requirements
• How to formulate balanced raw and cooked diets
• The role of protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals
• How to evaluate ingredients and select appropriate foods
• Common formulation mistakes and how to avoid them
• Growth, adult maintenance, and life-stage nutrition considerations
• Supplement selection and nutrient balancing strategies
• Practical recipe formulation techniques used by experienced formulators
This edition goes beyond the original course material with expanded explanations, updated content, improved organization, and formatting designed for comfortable reading on any device.
For many readers, this course has been more than an introduction to canine nutrition, it has been a starting point. It has helped launch careers in pet nutrition, guided aspiring formulators through their first balanced recipes, and provided a science-based foundation for professionals seeking a deeper understanding of homemade diets.
At the same time, it has served as a practical resource for everyday dog owners who simply want to feed their pets with confidence. Whether your goal is to formulate diets professionally or to better understand what goes into your own dog's bowl, this material has helped thousands of people bridge the gap between nutrition science and real-world feeding.
As a bonus, purchasers also receive access to guided recipe formulation videos for both raw and cooked diets, a free digital recipe of their choice from Feed Thy Dog, and additional exclusive content not included in the free course.
Whether you're a dedicated pet owner, breeder, rescue volunteer, veterinary professional, or aspiring canine nutritionist, this book provides a comprehensive roadmap for understanding canine nutrition and creating balanced homemade diets with confidence.
The same trusted Raw Fed & Nerdy education. Now easier to access, easier to search, and easier to use.
Table of Contents
Unit 1: Introduction
- Introduction
- Popular Approaches to Raw Feeding
- Issues with Popular Approaches to Raw Feeding
- A Nutritional Approach to Raw Feeding
- Raw vs. Cooked and Common Raw Feeding Myths
- Introduction to Feline Nutrition
Unit 2: Raw Feeding Risks
- Proper Food Handling + Sanitation
- Risk of Bacteria
- Raw Bones
Unit 3: Water and Energy
- Water
- What is Energy in Food?
- How Much Energy Does My Pet Need?
- Unit 3 Recommended Reading
Unit 4: Digestion
- Introduction to Canine Digestive System
- Unit 4 Recommended Reading
Unit 5: Macronutrients
- Introduction to Macronutrients
- Protein and Amino Acids
- Carbohydrates
- Fats & Fatty Acids
- Unit 5 Recommended Reading
Unit 6: Micronutrients
- Introduction to Micronutrients
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Interactions
- Unit 6 Recommended Reading
Unit 7: Ingredients and Nutrients
- Protein Sources, Organic Protein Sources, Grass-Fed Beef, and Taurine
- Vitamin D and Food Sources
- Vitamin E
- Optional Vitamin E Video
- Fatty Acid Sources
- Liver
- Zinc and Ingredients
- Raw Meaty Bones for Cats
- Raw Meaty Bones for Dogs (and other calcium sources)
Unit 8: Your Pet’s Nutritional Needs
- AAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC
- NRC Requirements: MW and ME Explained
Unit 9: Recipe Formulation
- Tools for Recipe FormulationAAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC
- RFN Formulation Guide for Cooked and Raw Diets
- Unit 9: Recipe Formulation
- 5 Mistakes NRC Feeders Might Make
- Lesson Four: Video Lessons on Formulating Recipes for Your Dogs
Unit 10: Advanced Topics
- Feeding the Overweight Dog
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Senior Dog Nutrition & Lifestyle
- Pancreatitis
- Elimination Diets
- Kibble Topper Formulation Guide
- Balance: Vitamin D and Vitamin A
- Which Supplements/Nutrients Can Be Balanced Over Time?