Thread: Differing Opinions ....

Raw feeding is indeed controversial, as we have seen, but it is not taboo. Sorry to split hairs, I do understand your meaning Catslave, but I think there is an important distinction to be made. A taboo subject is unmentionable, beyond the pale, unacceptable on any level, like cannibalism or fraud. But we are just talking about how best to feed our cats. The severity of some peoples' reactions does not mean that the subject is taboo: it means that some people are overreacting. This should not stop people from considering raw feeding or admitting that they already feed raw, and talking about it on this forum.

Just to emphasise my point, raw feeding is a valid choice for many pet owners, many of whom have seen great health improvements where veterinary diets have failed. Yes they are in a minority at the moment, yes not all vets support raw feeding, and yes it's controversial. But there's absolutely no reason to be ashamed of doing it, or showing an interest in it.