Thinking about providing some raw foods for our pets may also enhance our own diet. If we simply grate a little bit of whatever it is we are preparing for ourselves, it will provide a varied intake of mineral-rich food that is alive with enzymes. One to avoid is citrus since it's not very appealing to dogs or cats. It really makes sense when you think about it. If you're feeding your pet food that can sit on the shelf for months, it cannot have life in it.
Live things begin to die.
Cut an apple and sit it out - even if you put some lemon juice on it which has antioxidant properties to keep it from browning, it still won't keep for long. The small amount of Vitamin E in a package of pet food will not keep it fresh for very long either. Adding herbs and supplements to a pet's diet helps to build and maintain health, especially if you know there is a genetic weakness with a particular breed. Herbs are rich in trace minerals which are the foundation of life. Essential fatty acids are important for many functions of the body.