Switching your dog to raw food is one of the best decisions you can make for their long-term health. This is the exact protocol we use at OMF Performance Petfoods — and the same one The Canine Stars stunt dog team follows when onboarding a new dog.
Why transition slowly?
A dog that has eaten kibble their whole life has a gut microbiome built around processing heavily processed carbohydrates. Raw food is fundamentally different — higher in moisture, protein, and fat, with no starchy binders. Going slow lets the digestive system adapt without drama.
What you'll need
- Your chosen OMF blend — start with a single protein (Beef Blend or Pork Blend)
- A kitchen scale — feed by weight, not volume
- Patience — every dog is different
The 7-day protocol
Days 1–2: 25% raw, 75% current food
Mix a small amount of your OMF blend into your dog's existing food. Watch their stool — firm and well-formed is what you want.
Days 3–4: 50% raw, 50% current food
Increase the raw portion. Most dogs show obvious excitement at this point — raw food is highly palatable and dogs recognize real food immediately.
Days 5–6: 75% raw, 25% current food
Almost there. You may notice their coat starting to look shinier and their energy more consistent throughout the day.
Day 7: 100% raw
Full transition. Feed 2–3% of your dog's ideal body weight per day, split into one or two meals. Adjust based on activity level, age, and body condition score.
What to expect in the first 2 weeks
- Smaller, firmer stools — raw-fed dogs produce significantly less waste because the food is more bioavailable
- Improved coat and skin — most owners notice this within 2–3 weeks
- More consistent energy — no more post-meal crashes from blood sugar spikes
Start with one protein
Begin with our Beef Blend or Pork Blend before rotating to tri-blends. This makes it easier to identify any sensitivities and gives the gut a clean baseline.
Every dog on The Canine Stars team eats OMF raw food. These are rescue dogs performing at Formula 1 Fan Zones and America's Got Talent — fueled entirely by real, raw, in-house made nutrition. Your dog deserves the same.