OK, I know a few folks (Laurie for example
) will be glad to hear this.
I am strongly considering using raw chicken breast strips for my kitties to gnaw on
in hopes that it will help to keep their teeth and gums healthy.
I am also looking at the CET treats, but with 6 Indoor Kitties plus the Fosters,
that would get expensive pretty quickly. I am thinking that the Ferals already
eat enough mice and moles or voles that I don't have to worry about their teeth.
So, if I do this, I'd love to hear some suggestions.
Browsing the Raw Forum, I gather that I should freeze the chicken for 3 days first.
(No problem there - I buy when they are on sale, rinse, vac seal and freeze,
so I have plenty in stock.)
I am also considering quickly blanching the strips just to be extra safe.
Are there any other factors or cautions that I should consider?
What about the size of the strips?
I was thinking of starting with strips that are around 3/8" thick on each side
and maybe an inch and a half long?
Does that make any sense, or should I try a different size?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
I am strongly considering using raw chicken breast strips for my kitties to gnaw on
in hopes that it will help to keep their teeth and gums healthy.
I am also looking at the CET treats, but with 6 Indoor Kitties plus the Fosters,
that would get expensive pretty quickly. I am thinking that the Ferals already
eat enough mice and moles or voles that I don't have to worry about their teeth.
So, if I do this, I'd love to hear some suggestions.
Browsing the Raw Forum, I gather that I should freeze the chicken for 3 days first.
(No problem there - I buy when they are on sale, rinse, vac seal and freeze,
so I have plenty in stock.)
I am also considering quickly blanching the strips just to be extra safe.
Are there any other factors or cautions that I should consider?
What about the size of the strips?
I was thinking of starting with strips that are around 3/8" thick on each side
and maybe an inch and a half long?
Does that make any sense, or should I try a different size?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks!