Why Kibble Might Be Slowly Killing Your Dog (And What to Feed instead)
FDA data reveals the hidden dangers of kibble and why real, minimally processed food is the key to a longer, healthier life for your dog.
Why Kibble Might Be Slowly Killing Your Dog (And What to Feed Instead)
FDA data reveals the hidden dangers of kibble and why real, minimally processed food is the key to a longer, healthier life for your dog.
You’ve probably been warned that raw or minimally processed dog food is unsafe. That it could make your dog sick, or worse. But the truth? The most dangerous food might already be in your home.
For decades, kibble has been marketed as safe, affordable, and “complete and balanced.” But FDA recall data tells a very different story.
According to the FDA, over the last 5 years:
• 60 million pounds of pet food were recalled for toxic mold—100% of it was kibble
• 8 million pounds were recalled for bacterial contamination—97.7% of it was kibble
• Only 1.4% came from cooked refrigerated food
• And just 0.7% came from raw food
The data is clear. Kibble is the risk—not fresh, minimally processed food.
Kibble may be convenient, but it’s a highly processed product built for shelf life—not health.
Here’s how it’s made:
- Created from cheap fillers like corn, soy, wheat, and meat byproducts
- Cooked at high temperatures that destroy natural enzymes and nutrients
- Sprayed with artificial flavors and rendered fats to make it smell appealing
- Preserved with synthetic chemicals to last years in a bag
What’s left? A product your dog was never biologically meant to eat.
Feeding kibble long term can silently break down your dog’s health. Many pet owners miss the signs until it’s too late.
Common issues include:
- Chronic inflammation
- Recurring ear and skin infections
- Food allergies and itching
- Digestive distress like bloating or inconsistent stools
- Kidney and liver strain
- Behavioral issues linked to gut-brain imbalance
Kibble feeds inflammation, not wellness.
Dogs thrive on real food, not artificial substitutes.
Instead of ultra-processed pellets, choose:
- Raw or lightly cooked meals made with real meat, organs, and healthy fats
- Whole-food ingredients free from fillers and additives
- Pre-made fresh food from trusted companies or simple DIY raw options
If you wouldn’t eat it… why feed it to your dog?
Just because kibble says “complete and balanced” doesn’t mean it supports long-term health. Those nutrients are synthetic—added back in after extreme processing. Your dog’s body deserves bioavailable, natural nutrients from real food.
At Executive Functional Healing, I believe healing starts in the bowl—for people and for pets. I work with clients who want to ditch chronic symptoms, prevent disease, and get back to what really works: root-cause healing, natural food, honest answers.
Our pets deserve the same.
If you’re ready to move away from ultra-processed kibble, I can help. Whether you’re curious about raw feeding, safe ingredient sourcing, or how to transition your dog without stress—you don’t have to do it alone.
Drop a in the comments or message me directly.
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