What is the recognized trade-off when choosing fresh or gently cooked food over shelf-stable dry kibble for a Bichon Frise?
Answer
The primary trade-offs involve higher overall cost and the need for refrigeration or freezing for storage convenience.
The shift toward fresh feeding methods introduces logistical and financial considerations that are absent with traditional dry kibble. Because fresh foods often involve less aggressive processing and use whole, human-grade components, their production costs are substantially higher, leading to a greater expense for the owner. Furthermore, lacking the inherent shelf stability of dehydrated kibble, these preparations require specialized storage solutions, typically involving continuous refrigeration or freezing, which adds an element of inconvenience to the daily feeding routine.
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