Freezer Fails, Food Safety, and Functional Mushrooms for Dogs

Send us Fan MailWhen disaster strikes and your freezer fails, what happens to all that expensive raw dog food? Nutritionist Brian tackles this common raw feeder nightmare with refreshing practicality, explaining why our modern food safety paranoia doesn't apply to our canine companions. "There are no freezers in the wild," he reminds us, sharing his experience of feeding slightly thawed food without issues and explaining the substantial margin of error that exists before raw food truly becomes dangerous.The conversation shifts to a question that plagues many pet parents: "What should I add to my dog's food?" Brian cuts through the marketing hype, explaining why a properly formulated raw diet already provides complete nutrition without fancy additions. While there's nothing wrong with adding whole food extras like eggs or sardines, understanding the difference between beneficial additions versus necessities can save both money and unnecessary worry.For those genuinely seeking powerful nutritional boosters, medicinal mushrooms emerge as the episode's star recommendation. These ancient healing powerhouses have supported health for thousands of years, offering benefits from immune resilience to cognitive support. The hosts explore specific varieties like reishi (the "mushroom of immortality"), turkey tail, chaga, and lion's mane, explaining how each supports different aspects of canine health from respiratory function to digestive wellness.Practical advice abounds, from identifying truly spoiled food to incorporating mushroom supplements effectively through rotation and "pulsing." The episode even tackles the dangers of wild mushrooms versus the safety of commercially prepared supplements, providing a comprehensive guide to this often-overlooked nutritional powerhouse.For raw feeders seeking both reassurance during emergencies and advanced knowledge to optimize their dog's diet, this episode delivers actionable wisdom that cuts through fear and marketing hype to focus on what truly matters—your dog's biological needs and wellbeing.Support the showRaw Dog Food and Company  Your Pet's Health is Our BusinessFree 20 Minute Pet Health ConsultDecrease Itching and allergies with this supplement Pure Raw Blends for Healthy Digestion HealthyTreats Pets LoveFollow Us:  Youtube Instagram Facebook Friends Don't Let Friends Feed Kibble