Can I transition my dog from a raw meat diet to Petaluma?Updated 6 months ago

Yes! While transitioning from raw meat to Petaluma is completely doable, it's best to take it slow and steady.

Moving from raw meat to our baked, plant-based food represents a big change for your dog's digestive system. The main reason? Fiber. Our food contains significant dietary fiber, which isn't found in meat or other animal ingredients. Your dog's gut bacteria (their microbiome) needs time to adjust to processing this fiber effectively. These beneficial bacteria are responsible for breaking down fiber and producing important nutrients like short-chain fatty acids.

Since your dog's digestive system will need time to build up the right balance of gut bacteria, we recommend a particularly gradual transition when switching from a raw or meat-heavy diet. Try introducing small amounts of Petaluma over several weeks to give your pup's digestive system plenty of time to adapt to their new food.

Just remember - the adjustment period might take weeks or even months for some dogs, but patience during the transition will help ensure success.