Introduction

Here at Berserker Boerboels all our dogs are fed on a B.A.R.F diet from puppies we see this as the best nutrition you can give a dog. There are lots of benefits from this diet, cost, firm stools, natural ingredients, odorless breath and better general appearance in the dog. There is also special care needed in the thawing out process and handling the food.

Why Feed B.A.R.F?

By offering your pet raw food , you are providing to them a diet that most closely mimics their natural eating habits as they were in the wild. All the food is 100% digestible. Raw food offers the nutrients essential to life. Through better digestion and superior assimilation of food derived nutrients, your pets will live happier, healthier and more vibrant lives.

Storage and Thawing

When your food is delivered from your local supplier (we use Landywood pet foods) it needs to be stored in a freezer. The food needs to be brought out of the freezer 24hrs before it is being consumed. Store it in a large tupperware box in a safe place. Dependent on the ambient temperature it will be thawed out in 24hrs in the summer months it can take less time. Rapid thawing can be achieved by poring cold water on the food.

What to feed

There are various different foods available from suppliers, basically it will be tailored around you dogs taste. We feed minced chicken, minced lamb, tripe,meaty lamb ribs and chicken carcasses. We also feed as a treat once a week two tins of sardines and two portions of liver.

Amount to Feed

We have always used a simple weight calculation when feeding our dogs it has had great results.

Feeding Percentages

Pups
0-6 months	- 1oz for every 1lb pup weighs
6-12 months	- 1.5oz for every 2lb pup weighs
Pup Feeding Calculator 1. Enter your pet’s current weight in pounds: Pounds 2. Press Calculate to find out how much to feed and order. Feeding Information Pounds Amount to feed per day: lbs
Pregnant Bitches
Pregnant/Lactating	- 4.5%- 8.0%
Adult Dogs
Weight Loss	- 1.5%
Non-Active	- 2.0%
Maintain Weight	- 2.5%
Slight Weight Gain	- 3.0%
Significant Weight Gain	- 3.5%
Bones
Bones	- 10%-30% (optional)

Kilograms to Pounds	Kilograms	Pounds
Enter your amount here:

Adult Dog Feeding Calculator 1. Enter your pet’s current weight in pounds: Pounds 2. Enter feeding percentage: Select Feeding Percentage 1.5% – Weight Loss 2.0% – Non-Active 2.5% – Maintain Weight ** 3.0% – Slight Weight Gain 3.5% – Significant Weight Gain 4.0% – Pregnant bitch 4.5% – Pregnant bitch 5.0% – Pregnant bitch 5.5% – Pregnant bitch 6.0% – Pregnant bitch* 6.5% – Pregnant bitch 7.0% – Pregnant bitch 7.5% – Pregnant bitch 8.0% – Pregnant bitch 3. Enter percentage of bones (optional): 0% – Raw Meaty Bones 10% – Raw Meaty Bones 20% – Raw Meaty Bones 30% – Raw Meaty Bones 4. Press Calculate to find out how much to feed and order. Feeding Information Pounds Amount to feed per day: lbs Amount to feed per meal, twice daily: lbs Amount of raw meaty bones to feed per day: lbs

Formula

Weight of dog in pounds / 100 x Feeding % = Amount in pounds

Food comes in 1lb / 453g bags

Example:

My male weighs 155lb he is not over weight or under weight so I feed him on a maintain weight percentage 2.5%.

155 / 100 x 2.5 = 3.9

Each bag is 1lb so 3.9 rounded up would be 4 bags.

Fasting

Another important component in feeding your pet a raw diet is the process of fasting. This age-old practice used to aid digestion and cleanse toxins is common among animals in the wild. We suggest fasting your adult pet one day per week, from breakfast to breakfast. The necessary amount of fasting time will vary from animal to animal. Be sure to provide plenty of fresh water. Fasting is an optional component of feeding a raw diet and is not crucial to your pet's overall long-term health.

Hygiene

Always wear protective gloves when handling the raw food and remember to disinfect all bowls, containers and any implements.

Never consume any of the products!