The Pet Parenting Reset
The Pet Parenting Reset
Jessica L. Arrington
221. Homemade vs. Commercial Dog Food: What You’re Getting Wrong with Dr. Susan Recker
55 minutes Posted Oct 28, 2025 at 12:00 pm.
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Homemade or commercial—if you’re not meeting energy needs, you’re starving the micros. Vet Dr. Susan Recker breaks down energy requirements, why “feeding less than the bag” makes synthetic-balanced foods micronutrient-deficient, and how to fix DIY diets with Animal Diet Formulator (ADF). We cover common homemade pitfalls (iodine, manganese, vitamin E, choline, zinc), a simple vet checklist, and practical targets for balanced raw or cooked meals.

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