Bone broth isn’t a meal. It’s a super-food to be used as a supplement for our dogs. Why would you want to make bone broth for your dog? Well, it’s a pot full of delicious and nutritious!
Bone broth is both a natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin, which are beneficial to your dog’s bones and joints. If you have a dog with a sensitive stomach, bone broth is great for soothing the discomfort.
Is your dog sick? Bone broth will spark his/her appetite while making sure that they are getting some nutrients in their system while recovering. Worried about the chemicals from vaccinations, flea and tick products, and medications? Bone broth also acts as a liver detox for dogs.
Make a kibble diet healthier and easier to digest by soaking it first in bone broth. Your dog will love the added flavor and his body will benefit from the increased nutrition. Bone broth can even make it easier to transition to a new food. But best of all, bone broth is super easy to make!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of raw apple cider vinegar to bring out the minerals in the bones
- Bones of your choice (such as turkey legs, marrow bones, and chicken/duck feet)
- Water, just enough to cover the bones in the slow cooker
- 2 heaping tablespoons of golden paste or turmeric powder
OPTIONAL: kale, parsley, oregano, or other healthy greens for dogs
Instructions:
- Add bones, raw apple cider vinegar, and water to your slow cooker
- Let your slow cooker cook the broth for 20-24 hours
- During last hour or 2 of cooking add your greens
- 10 minutes before the bone broth is finished, add turmeric paste or turmeric powder
- Allow to cool well, then fish out the bones; be sure to search for any small pieces
- Strain out the greens and solids well
- You can store the broth in containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days
- Once refrigerated overnight the broth with gel and you will be able to skim the fat off the top before using
- Transfer any unused bone broth to freezer-safe containers and store in the freezer until needed