ArticleThe Veterinary record2025
Exploring the popularity of raw meat-based diets for dogs and cats: A cross-sectional opinion survey in Spain.
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- Exploring the popularity of raw meat-based diets for dogs and cats: A cross-sectional opinion survey in Spain.The Veterinary record · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundResearch on the general public's knowledge and usage patterns of pet food, particularly regarding raw meat-based diets (RMBDs), is limited in many countries, including Spain.
methodsAn anonymous cross-sectional web-based survey was conducted to assess the Spanish population's understanding and perceptions of RMBDs for cats and dogs.
resultsOf the 712 respondents, 46.77% were familiar with RMBDs, and 6% of pet owners reported using them. Dogs (7.61%) were more likely to be fed an RMBDs than cats (3.23%). While 66% of those familiar with RMBDs believed in their benefits, 96.40% recognised potential disadvantages. Concerns about risks to pets (63%) and those handling the food items (44.74%) were noted. Moreover, almost one in four owners (22.58%) who fed their pet an RMBDs lived with immunologically vulnerable people. Interestingly, confidence in veterinary advice was lower among owners using these diets. LIMITATIONS: Limitations intrinsic to questionnaire studies, such as potential response bias, are acknowledged.
conclusionThe study highlights the importance of improved veterinarian‒client communication regarding pet nutrition, emphasising the need for veterinarians to play a more active educational role.
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