When transitioning a pet from kibble to a raw food diet, their body may undergo a detox phase as it adapts to receiving essential nutrients. This detox period can vary in duration from a few days to several months or may not occur at all.Typical signs of detoxification include vomiting, loose stools, bad breath, and gas. To address loose stools, you can incorporate plain canned organic pumpkin (without additives) into their meals to help regulate their digestive system. Additionally, we suggest including a high-quality pre/probiotic and plain non-dairy fat yogurt in their diet before and during the transition.It's important to recognize that your dog's digestive system is naturally suited to process a raw meat-based diet, and experiencing detox symptoms is a normal part of the adjustment process.

When transitioning your dog from kibble to raw food, you may observe changes in their bowel movements. Your dog might have reduced bowel movements because the body is efficiently digesting and utilizing most of the food, resulting in less waste. The presence of white stools can be attributed to the bone content in the new diet.Stools covered in mucus can occur at any point, regardless of how long the dog has been on a raw diet, and is typically not a cause for alarm. During the initial switch to a raw diet, mucus-covered stools may indicate the body is expelling toxins. Raw diets are about 70% moisture and have low sodium content, unlike kibble which lacks moisture, requiring dogs to drink more to stay hydrated. Although dogs may drink less on a raw diet, it's essential to ensure they always have access to fresh, clean water.