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Nutrition & supplementation

Our Feeding Philosophy

 

At Angrboda Bandogs, nutrition isn’t just a routine — it’s a cornerstone of our dogs’ health, performance, and longevity.
What goes into the bowl directly shapes everything from muscle tone and fertility to temperament and disease resistance.

We believe in feeding as close to nature as possible, using fresh, species-appropriate foods to build strong, resilient dogs from the inside out. Our dogs are athletes and working animals — they require fuel that supports recovery, stamina, and cellular health, not just calories.

Our Raw Feeding Journey

 

About eleven years ago, I met a dog who stopped me in my tracks. She had the most stunning coat I had ever seen — soft, shiny, and full, with perfect skin, bright eyes, and flawless muscle tone. As someone who’s been around dogs for over thirty-five years, it takes a lot to impress me — but I couldn’t look away.

When I asked her owners about her, they told me she’d come in as a rescue with severe allergies and complete hair loss. Multiple vets had prescribed medications and special diets, but nothing worked. Finally, a holistic vet switched her to a raw diet, and within three months, she was glowing — her coat returned, her energy soared, and every trace of her condition disappeared.

That was the moment that changed everything for me.

I dove headfirst into research — reading veterinary journals, holistic nutrition studies, and countless case reports — and within weeks, I made the decision to transition my own dogs to raw. The results were nothing short of life-changing.

Cleaner teeth, smaller stools, glossier coats, sharper focus, and far fewer digestive issues. Over a decade later, I can say with confidence: I will never go back.

I’ve been in the trenches. I’ve seen the difference firsthand. And I will never listen to anyone who tells me that raw feeding is “dangerous” — not when the results are living, breathing proof standing in front of me every day.

The 80/10/10 Raw Diet

 

Our dogs are fed according to the 80/10/10 ratio — 80% muscle meat, 10% bone, and 10% organ (half liver, half other secreting organs).
This formula mirrors the natural prey model that canines evolved to eat.

  • 80% Muscle Meat: Provides protein, amino acids, and energy. This includes beef, venison, pork, poultry, and fish — depending on what we raise or source seasonally.
     
  • 10% Bone: Supplies calcium, phosphorus, and minerals critical for skeletal health and dental strength.
     
  • 10% Organ: Delivers vitamins, trace minerals, and essential nutrients that support detoxification, hormone balance, and immunity.
     

We also include green tripe, whole eggs, goat’s milk, and seasonal produce to balance enzymes, probiotics, and antioxidants.

Every component has a purpose — nothing is filler, nothing is wasted.

Kibble Supplementation: Why and When

 

lthough we raise most of our raw food, seasonal availability or heavy workloads sometimes limit what we have on hand. In those cases, we carefully supplement with kibble — not as a replacement, but as a nutritional bridge.

After testing and comparing many brands, we feed Black Gold Explorer Super Performance.
Here’s why:

  • High protein and calorie density (for our hard keepers and high-drive working dogs)
     
  • Balanced grain formula — not grain-free, avoiding legume-linked heart issues (DCM)
     
  • Cost-effective without sacrificing quality
     
  • Consistent performance for active dogs
     

We’ve found this particular kibble pairs well with our raw program, maintaining energy levels and body condition even during demanding work or training seasons.

Why Raw Works

 

Raw feeding isn’t magic — it’s biology.
Dogs are carnivores designed to process and extract nutrients from raw meat, bone, and organ. When fed accordingly, you see:

  • Improved skin and coat health
     
  • Cleaner teeth and fresher breath
     
  • Better muscle tone and recovery
     
  • Smaller, less odorous stools
     
  • Fewer ear and yeast infections
     
  • Stronger immune and reproductive systems
     

What you feed either fuels vitality or fights it. Raw feeding simply restores what nature intended.

Supplements We Use

 

Even with a whole-food diet, certain supplements enhance health and performance:

  • Fish Oil & Vitamin E: Reduces inflammation and supports brain, coat, and heart health
     
  • Probiotics & Digestive Enzymes: Strengthen gut flora and nutrient absorption
     
  • B-Complex Vitamins: Support energy metabolism and nerve health
     
  • Zinc & Manganese: Critical for skin, fertility, and connective tissue
     
  • Calcium (when needed): Balanced carefully during lactation or growth phases
     
  • Iron-Rich Foods: Like liver or blood meal for breeding females and growing puppies
     

We supplement minimally and purposefully — never overdoing or adding fads.

Feeding for Every Stage

 

  • Puppies: Begin with a home-made  goat’s milk based formula, then ground raw blends. Growth is slow and steady to protect joints and bone structure.
     
  • Pregnant & Nursing Females: High-fat, high-protein diets with gentle calcium support and hydration.
     
  • Working Adults: Energy-dense meals with increased fat and omega support for stamina and recovery.
     
  • Seniors: Leaner cuts, joint-supportive supplements, and anti-inflammatory foods to maintain mobility and strength.

Informed, Not Extreme

 We don’t feed based on social media trends or emotion.
We feed based on decades of observation, science, and results.
Grain-free fads, vegan dog diets, and over-supplementation are modern mistakes that ignore basic biology. Balance — not extremes — creates health. 

Our Goal

 

Our goal is simple: to produce dogs that thrive — inside and out.
Healthy coats, strong bones, sound temperaments, and long working lives all begin with nutrition.

At Angrboda Bandogs, we feed raw because we’ve seen the difference.
We don’t do what’s easy — we do what works.


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