Most raw feeders are familiar with the many benefits of raw goat milk—it's often referred to as the "universal milk" for pets thanks to its digestibility and impressive nutrient profile. But did you know that raw cow milk—especially from grass-fed, pasture-raised A2/A2 cows—is also a fantastic addition to your pet’s diet?
At My Pet Carnivore, we’re proud to offer raw cow milk sourced from A2/A2 cows that live on pasture and eat a natural, species-appropriate diet. This makes a huge difference in the milk’s nutritional quality—and in how well your pet can digest it!
What Makes Raw Cow Milk So Great?
Just like raw goat milk, raw cow milk is loaded with:
- Natural probiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome
- Digestive enzymes that help break down food and improve nutrient absorption
- Bioavailable vitamins and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins
But there’s something raw cow milk has that goat milk doesn’t: butterfat!
Why Butterfat Matters
The creamy layer of butterfat in raw cow milk isn't just delicious—it’s nutrient-dense and full of health-boosting compounds like:
- Vitamin A in its most absorbable form, which supports skin, eye, and immune health
- Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA), a powerful fatty acid shown to reduce inflammation, support metabolic health, and even offer some anti-cancer properties
This extra fat content also makes raw cow milk more calorically dense—a bonus for active pets, growing puppies & kitten, working dogs, or pets that need help keeping weight on.
Goat, Cow, or Camel—Which Milk Is Best?
Honestly? All three are wonderful!
Each type of raw milk offers a slightly different nutrient profile:
- Goat milk: Easiest to digest, high in selenium and medium-chain fatty acids
- Cow milk: Rich in butterfat, vitamin A, and CLA
- Camel milk: Lower in lactose, full of unique immune-supportive proteins
If your pet tolerates them all, we recommend rotating between raw goat, cow, and camel milk to take advantage of the unique benefits each one offers. Variety is key in raw feeding—and that applies to milks, too!
Final Thoughts
If you’ve already made raw milk part of your pet’s diet, consider giving raw cow milk a try—especially when it’s grass-fed, A2/A2, and unprocessed, like the kind we offer at My Pet Carnivore. Whether you're boosting gut health, supporting immune function, or just adding a splash of delicious, natural nutrition, raw cow milk is a powerful tool in your raw feeding toolkit. Offer it as a topper, snack, or the occasional full meal.