Benefits of Bone Broth

By Dr Bruce Syme BVSc (Hons) IVAS

Bone broth is a simple way to add some extra nutrients to your dog’s diet, either as a daily supplement or to provide an extra boost to those recovering from illness or surgery. Cheap and easy to make, bone broth is basically a nutrient-packed liquid stock. Easily made by slow-simmering bones in a pot of water, it contains an array of vitamins, minerals and amino acids perfectly combined to support canine health. Feed it to your dog the day after a fast day, use it as a supplement by pouring it over their regular feed, or offer it to an unwell or recuperating pet as a multivitamin source to help heal or build strength. Here’s just some of the benefits:

Joints - Bone broth is packed with glycosaminoglycans including glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate – collagens that help promote the health of the tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bones that make up your pet’s joints. The glycosaminoglycans are absorbed, undigested, and stimulate fibroblasts that furnish joints, tendons and ligaments with collagen that protects them.

Gut Health - Bone broth contains a healthy dose of gelatine, which can help to protect your pet’s stomach lining, helping to prevent or address food allergies and gut sensitivity.

Unwell Dogs - If your dog has a gastric illness and you’re struggling to coax him to eat, or he’s recovering and needs a nutrition boost, bone broth provides a mineral, gelatine and glycine-rich source of immune and digestion-boosting nutrients.

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