I Did It: 6 Days of Eating Dog Food

[NurseJackie]

https://www.ozy.com/true-story/i-did-it-6-days-of-eating-dog-food/36846

DAY ONE

It’s important to keep things civilized. For breakfast, I pour a cup of kibble for my border collie, and a generous cup for myself. I sit at the table and dig in with a spoon. Dry and gritty, it has a nutty, slightly sour taste, like a healthy breakfast cereal. Halfway through the bowl, my jaw gets tired. Dog food requires a lot of heavy-duty crunching. For inspiration, I reread the label: “Look what’s inside! Four animal protein sources … fruit and vegetables … yum!”

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DAY TWO

Already tired of kibble, I visit the neighborhood pet supply shop and ask the owner which dog food is best for people. He selects a can labeled Chunky Colossal Chicken Dinner. “It’s chicken, peas, carrots and gravy,” he notes. Sold! As he rings me up, I ask if he ever eats dog food. “No,” he says. “You don’t know what’s in it. But I’ve tried biscuits.”

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DAY FOUR

My mother, eager to help, recommends something called Freshpet: “It’s a refrigerated pet food that comes in a tube, like liverwurst.” This sounds revolting. I promise to check it out.

“Don’t forget to walk yourself,” says Mom.

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[sandensea]

1. Meat-free kibble's actually not bad

If the need strikes for whatever reason, go for Natural Balance vegetarian. Brown rice, oats, barley, and peas.

[Blue_Tires]

2. She needs some Jesus in her life... Something, ANYTHING

[magicarpet]

3. When you go for a canine walk,...

.... does the dog bag your poop or do you attend to that ?

A friend was curious.

[NurseJackie]

4. I wondered the same thing. The author didn't mention it...

... but I'm sure she's been asked about it by others as well.

[magicarpet]

5. The neighbors must certainly inquire or may be they just dial up 911 ?

[Ilsa]

6. I wonder if their poop smells alot worse?

That could drive away a roommate or end a marriage!

[NurseJackie]

7. She did comment that her teeth were brighter and her coat was shiny and healthy.

[elfin]

8. Good Dog! Sit, Rollover, Post. nt

[NurseJackie]

9. Woof!

[smirkymonkey]

10. I felt like puking just reading that.

I would rather eat grass. Ugh, so gross!

[NurseJackie]

11. I know what you mean. She certainly was dedicated to the project.

I couldn't have done it. Not even one Milkbone bisquit.

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

12. I've tried cat treats. They are bland and slightly greasy.

The canned food looks too nasty to even consider.

[NurseJackie]

13. Who is the employee at Alpo who determines that it "tastes better" than before?

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

14. Maybe to dogs. Pet food manufacturers do taste tests

to determine what the animals like best (presented with several different foods, which bowl do they run toward). I don't think they do formal human taste tests.

I do not recommend cat treats, as much as my cats seem to like them.

[Kali]

15. interesting

I envy the author's courage and fortitude. I am way too picky but intellectually I am right with her.

[Canoe52]

17. Now I need some bleach for my taste buds!

Can’t believe they are eating dog food, I hate even giving dog food to my dog.