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From Pain to Purpose: How Raw Dog Food Changed Everything 🐾

My journey with raw dog food began with my beloved Labrador, Skye. At the age of 9, Skye was diagnosed with arthritis and spondylosis of the spine—a degenerative condition affecting the spinal column. It left her in constant, horrific pain, particularly in her back and hips.

Like many owners, I followed vet advice and fed her the so-called ‘best’ kibble diets and prescribed pain relief. But the truth was, they were no longer helping—and I was running out of options. The unthinkable was looming: either put her to sleep or try something new.

Heartbroken and desperate, I turned to the internet in search of a miracle. That’s when I discovered the BARF diet—Biologically Appropriate Raw Food. I read countless testimonials from dog owners whose pets had transformed after switching to raw feeding. I was intrigued. Then I became determined.

I began by going the DIY route, creating balanced raw meals from scratch. It was messy, time-consuming, and a massive learning curve—especially with ten dogs to feed! But I was committed. I researched, read endless books, and did everything I could to make sure I was getting it right.

Thankfully, raw feeding has come a long way since then. Today, there are incredible companies offering complete raw meals that include everything your dog needs nutritionally—no calculations, no mess, just simple, species-appropriate food.

And Skye? She went on to live another seven vibrant, pain-managed years—eventually crossing the rainbow bridge just one month before her 16th birthday. Raw dog food was her miracle, and it became mine too.

That powerful experience became the inspiration for Stefs Pet Pantry. I made it my mission to make raw feeding more accessible, convenient, and affordable for every pet parent—because no one should have to choose between quality of life and hope.