| dc.description.abstract | The base of the original BARF (Biologically appropriate Raw Food or Bones and Raw Food)
diet was established by Dr. Ian Billinghurst, an Australian veterinary surgeon in the 90`s. He
advised that 60% of the diet should contain raw meat and bones and the rest should come from
vegetables, fruits, and grains. This idea initiated a reform in the diet of companion animals,
pets, in North America, Australia and later in the UK. This diet then spread quickly in the
European region after the first introduction in the UK and there are many followers of this “new
feeding” technique. Although, this method has several advantages, we need to remember the
disadvantages, which will be discussed and focused on in this literature review. The main
interests in this review will be microbiological risk factors of the BARF diet, towards the
owners and the companion animals. | en_US |
