Raw Meaty Bones: Promote Health

by Tom Lonsdale

Feeding your dog a raw food diet may help avoid common health problems or correct them. Get educated on the issues relating to commercial diets and learn how to feed raw from the Australian veterinarian who has championed this approach.

Genres: Nonfiction, Animals, Dogs, Health

389 pages, Paperback

First published April 22, 2001

Reviews

[Matthew · Rating 5 out of 5]

I originally heard about this on NPR, immediately got this book and another and was sold. 10 year later, my dog still does absolutely great on this diet. I will do it with every dog I ever own.

[Literary Titan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Raw Meaty Bones: Promote Health, by Dr. Tom Lonsdale, is an eye-opening exploration into the world of pet nutrition. It challenges the norm with a bold proposition: the best diet for our carnivorous companions is one that mimics their natural eating habits, primarily consisting of raw meaty bones. Through an engaging narrative, Lonsdale critically examines the pet food industry and its impact on pet health, offering a fresh perspective on what truly constitutes a healthy diet for domesticated animals.

Dr. Lonsdale's writing style is a blend of informative and persuasive, making complex veterinary concepts accessible to a broad audience. His arguments are well-structured, guiding the reader through a logical progression of ideas from the problems inherent in commercial pet foods to the benefits of a natural diet. The book provides a passionate and dedicated perspective on the pet food industry, offering insights that will be enlightening to many readers. While Lonsdale's enthusiasm is clear throughout the text, it also opens up opportunities for readers to seek out additional, varied viewpoints to enrich their understanding. This approach highlights the importance of a multifaceted discussion in scientific matters and encourages readers to explore the topic further to form a well-rounded opinion.

The most compelling parts of the book are the case studies and personal anecdotes from Lonsdale's veterinary practice. These real-life examples effectively illustrate the health transformations pets can undergo when switched to a diet of raw meaty bones. The book thoroughly examines the pet food industry, presenting its critique with a depth that emphasizes the author's deep commitment to animal welfare. The book is very detailed. It serves to ensure the reader fully understands the complex issues at hand. This reflects the author's passion for the topic and their desire to inform and educate readers about important aspects of animal care.

Raw Meaty Bones: Promote Health is an enlightening read that challenges conventional pet nutrition wisdom. It's a valuable resource for pet owners seeking to improve their pets' health through diet, as well as for those interested in a critical look at the pet food industry. This book is especially recommended for pet owners who are exploring natural diets for their pets and veterinary professionals interested in alternative perspectives on pet nutrition.

[Richard]

DNF. It seems this book is aimed more at veterinary professionals. It is readable. I enjoyed the first few chapters on the battles with the Australian veterinary association. I’m told “Work Wonders” by the same author is the pet owner version.

[Mmandlivelazquez · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to it via audio book, got really technical at times but fun to read and great enough for me to want to buy so I can have it to look back and reference some key points.

[Shawndra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an incredibly good book. I like that it has so much actual scientific research and explanation in it. I also like how it details his journey to figuring all this out and his tenacity at keeping after his cause even in the face of the powerhouse that is the international corporation, i.e. various corporate conglomerates that own pretty much all pet food (and human....) companies. It just makes so much common sense to feed your pet carnivore real, biologically appropriate food and its scary how commonplace and accepted the brainwashing that they need "complete & balanced" commercial pet food is.

[Jodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you own a pet or are planning to own a pet then you need to read this book! Exposes the processed pet food industry as the purveyors of complete and utter junk food, and the corruption of the veterinary system as it is largely funded by them - including vets nutritional "training".This has had truly alarming consequences for the health of our dogs and cats, but the fight is on to enlighten people and get our animals back to their natural diet!

Tom Lonsdale is a vet himself and is visiting NZ in April! I'm going to get in touch and see if he will come to Nelson...

[Jennifer Ferguson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just getting into this book. The writer is kinda wordy but needed to get a deep understanding of what has happened to the quality of our pets food and how it is affecting their health and quality of life. So far I decided to go buy raw beef bones from a local meat market and my dogs have enjoyed them obsessively. I can see how real raw meaty bones can help to the progressive health of your dogs oral hygiene and mental wellbeing.

[Dr. Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dr. Lonsdales takes it up several notches from his other book Work Wonders. Open your minds and be prepared to think as you read this one.