Tip: Finding a Raw-Friendly Vet

I would be careful about reading customer reviews. Despite the site may claim being honest, some people are PAID to just say "oh sure, this (whatever) is great!" and haven't really tried (whatever). I know, because I write articles for income, and have had many clients request this... but I won't do it, cuz I don't believe in dishonesty.

Anyhoo!

My new vet, who I absolutely LOVE had this to say:
Me: "How do you feel about raw meat diet for my kitties?"
Dr. Ellis: "Hrm...I've heard of raw meat diet for dogs, but not for cats before. I guess if you can do it properly, it would be alright."
YAY! She wasn't opposed to it, unless it wasn't done right...which I totally understand.

The vet I go to was recommended by the director of the rescue group I volunteer for. The vet was actually recommended because she's VERY good at diagnosing mystery illnesses. After 10 years of poor Paizly suffering from bladder and stomach issues (and of course being prescribed Hills junk), I took her to this vet and said I was ready to euthanize because I just didn't want Paizly to suffer anymore. The vet did a full exam, and explained what was wrong... and it made perfect sense! No more of "well, she needs Hills", or "I guess you can try this" or "maybe this will work" and other 'groping in the dark' responses.

Our vet practice doesn't advocate raw per se, but if you do it right, they are not opposed either. When I first revealed we had gone to the raw side , I was thoroughly questioned on what exactly I was feeding, how many times a day, etc. I suppose their minds were at ease once they got through with me, and they stopped questioning me every time I went in.

After a year or so or an almost full rotation of cats, once they saw how well the cats were doing dentally as well as physically, they began asking in a more positive tone; so what are you feeding them, they look great?

Egypt, who is the oldest (4.5 yrs old), and came to me with 2 broken canines at the age of 2, eats bone (although I do monitor the density since it takes her longer to eat them), and has no tartar although I can never get myself to admit that her breath smells "fresh", but definitely not "rank", which is the word I would've used before we made the switch. Her coat is amazingly soft, luxurious, and shiny for a mutt cat. She's come a long way since her days on the street!