What can you add to your dogs bowl? Try these…
Not all dogs / lifestyles will allow for raw feeding (although there are many benefits of doing so) but don’t feel like your dog is missing out or you aren’t doing enough to provide a healthy diet. There are other ways to improve a basic dry food diet. You can add superfood treats, frozen snacks, fresh veggies/herbs from your garden & much more! Below are just a handful of options to consider /their benefits are noted.
Quail Eggs
Coconut Oil
Coconut Oil
- High in fatty acids, selenium, iron, vitamin B12 and A - giving your pet a visibly silkier coat
- The yolk helps prevent certain skin diseases and improves the look of their skin.
Coconut Oil
Coconut Oil
Coconut Oil
- Improves skin/coat with its anti microbial properties
- Aids in helping minor skin infections like itching, dryness and small scrapes/cuts
- Smells great & it‘s tasty!
peppermint
Coconut Oil
peppermint
- Helps with gastro issues, nausea/gas
- May ease motion sickness
- Improves breath
parsley
Sweet Potato (baked/purée)
peppermint
- CURLY PARSLEY is suitable for dogs
- Improves breath
- Boosts immune system
- Contains vitamins and folic acid
- Essential minerals
Sweet Potato (baked/purée)
Sweet Potato (baked/purée)
Sweet Potato (baked/purée)
- Reduce risk of heart disease
- Antioxidants for immune boosting and anti-inflammatory properties
- High in fibre and can help with loose stool
Banana
Sweet Potato (baked/purée)
Sweet Potato (baked/purée)
- High in potassium, vitamins and biotin
- Good source of fibre and copper
- Low cholesterol / sodium snack
*due to higher sugar use sparingly
Apples
Blueberries
cucumber
- Provide vitamin A & C as well as dietary fibre
- Help keep teeth clean and freshen breath
cucumber
Blueberries
cucumber
- Hydrating snack
- Full of vitamin K - strengthens bones
- Improves breath / fights oral bacteria
- Low calorie treat
Blueberries
Blueberries
blackberries
- Low calorie treat
- Antioxidant
- Contain fibre, vitamin C & K
- Supports the immune system and contributes to overall good health and lowers blood pressure
blackberries
blackberries
blackberries
- Low calorie treat / lower sugar
- antioxidant & have omega-3
- Contain fibre
- Lots of vitamins! A, B, C, E & K
- Be sure to keep to a limit
carrots
blackberries
carrots
- Improve dental health
- Excellent source of vitamin A
- Source of potassium and fiber
- Great healthy “chew toy”
- Support eye health
Basil
blackberries
carrots
- Suitable in small amounts
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antioxidants
- Antimicrobial
- Antiviral
- Contains vitamins & minerals
Bee Pollen
Bee Pollen
Bee Pollen
- Contains a natural antihistamine and acts as an allergy protection
- When consumed regularly can reduce allergy symptoms / reactions
- Improves circulation
watermelon
Bee Pollen
Bee Pollen
- skin health
- may relieve muscle soreness
- reduce macular degeneration
Moringa
Bee Pollen
maitake Mushroom
- improves healing
- antioxidant
- boosts immune system
maitake Mushroom
maitake Mushroom
maitake Mushroom
- low calorie, no fat/cholesterol
- anti-inflammatory properties
- enhance immune system
- helps prevent cancer cell growth & fight certain types of tumours
CHia seeds
maitake Mushroom
CHia seeds
- great source of vit. B & fibre
- helps regulate digestive system
- helps to regulates blood sugar
- source of omega3
cranberry
maitake Mushroom
CHia seeds
- decrease blood pressure
- improves bladder health
- aids in cancer prevention
Beetroot
Hemp Protein
Beetroot
- great source of fiber & folate
- improves blood flow / pressure
- source of iron
Papaya
Hemp Protein
Beetroot
- reduces risk of heart disease
- antioxidant
- rich in vitamins A, C & E
Hemp Protein
Hemp Protein
Hemp Protein
- rich in omega 3 & 6, amino acids, vitamins & minerals
- improves metabolism
Turmeric
Strawberry
Spirulina
- improves heart health
- supports brain health
- anti-inflamatory
Spirulina
Strawberry
Spirulina
- antioxidant / anti-inflamatory
- overall health improvement
Strawberry
Strawberry
Strawberry
- blood sugar regulation
- cancer protection aid
- antioxidant
Goji Berry
Goji Berry
Strawberry
- antioxidant / anti-inflammatory
- help prevent growth of cancer cells
- helps regulate blood pressure
Mango
Goji Berry
Goats milk
- immune system booster
- contain over 20 different vitamins/minerals
Goats milk
Goji Berry
Goats milk
- blood sugar regulation
- cancer protection aid
- antioxidant
Green beans
Pitaya (Dragon Fruit)
Pitaya (Dragon Fruit)
- blood sugar regulation
- cancer protection aid
- antioxidant
Pitaya (Dragon Fruit)
Pitaya (Dragon Fruit)
Pitaya (Dragon Fruit)
- high in Vitamin C
- antioxidant
- boosts iron levels
carob
Pitaya (Dragon Fruit)
Pumpkin (dry/purée)
- high in fiber (helps weight loss)
- antioxidant
Pumpkin (dry/purée)
Pumpkin (dry/purée)
Pumpkin (dry/purée)
- Promotes heart and skin health
- Immune system booster
- Protects eyesight
- Helps with bowel movements
coconut charcoal
Pumpkin (dry/purée)
coconut charcoal
- detoxification
- helps alleviate bloating / gas
sardines
Pumpkin (dry/purée)
coconut charcoal
- Contain amino acids
- Benefit organs/muscles
- Supports digestive system
- Improves immune system function
Guava
Spinach
Guava
- high source for Vitamin A & K
- + immune system, eyes & bones
- aids metabolism
Maca
Spinach
Guava
- metabolic benefits
- helps central nervous system
- aids with neuro stress / dysfunction
Spinach
Spinach
Pineapple
- source of Vitamins A, B, C & K
- stimulates digestive tract
- source of iron
Pineapple
Pineapple
Pineapple
- immune system
- digestive health
Kale
Pineapple
Peach
- gut health / digestion aid
- high in fibre
- can help maintain weight
Peach
Pineapple
Peach
- protects against cell damage/disease
- full of antioxidants
- strengthens immune system
Kiwi
Butterfly Pea
Honey
- source of Vitamins
- skin and circulatory system
- mineral source
Honey
Butterfly Pea
Honey
- antimicrobial
- antifungal
- helps control allergy symptoms
Butterfly Pea
Butterfly Pea
Butterfly Pea
- mood booster / stress reducer
- promotes cognitive health / memory
- anti inflammatory
Yogurt
Cilantro
Butterfly Pea
- immune system/gut booster
- can help ease diarrhea
Tomato
Cilantro
Cilantro
- digestive support
- antioxidant
- tissue growth and cell function
Cilantro
Cilantro
Cilantro
- helps calm upset stomach
- source of Vitamin A, C & potassium