🦴 Why Bone Broth Is So Good for Dogs
- pawsomegrub1
- Jul 27
- 3 min read
A nourishing, natural boost for your furry best friend.

If you’re looking for a simple way to support your dog’s health naturally, bone broth might just be the golden elixir you’ve been missing.
This nourishing, gelatin-rich liquid is more than just a trendy human health food—it’s a powerhouse of benefits for our four-legged friends too.
Whether your pup is young, aging, recovering from illness, or just a bit fussy with food, bone broth can help boost their wellbeing in a gentle, natural way.
✨ What Is Bone Broth?
Bone broth is made by simmering animal bones (usually beef, chicken,pork,lamb, or turkey) slowly over several hours to extract nutrients like collagen, gelatin, amino acids, and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. It’s nutrient-dense, soothing, and easy to digest.
🐶 Why Bone Broth Is Great for Dogs
1.
Perfect for Dogs Who Don’t Drink Enough
Some dogs just aren’t big water drinkers, especially in cooler weather.
Bone broth is an easy way to increase hydration without forcing it.
It’s flavourful, comforting, and naturally encourages your dog to drink more—keeping them better hydrated without fuss.
2.
Joint Health Support
Bone broth is loaded with collagen and gelatin, which support healthy joints and connective tissue. Ideal for active dogs, large breeds, or senior pups who may be slowing down.
3.
Gut and Digestive Healing
Thanks to its high gelatin content, bone broth helps soothe and repair the gut lining, easing issues like sensitive stomachs, food intolerances, or leaky gut.
It’s gentle and easy to digest—perfect for sick or recovering dogs.
4.
Immune System Boost
Rich in amino acids like glycine and proline, bone broth supports immune health and liver detoxification, keeping your dog resilient from the inside out.
5.
Skin and Coat Health
Regular broth intake can help improve skin hydration, reduce itchiness, and add shine to your dog’s coat, thanks to the collagen and trace minerals.
☀️❄️ Great All Year Round
In Winter: Serve it warm for a soothing, nourishing drink that’s comforting on cold days.
In Summer: Chill it or freeze into cubes for a cool, hydrating treat your dog will love on hot afternoons.
Bone broth is incredibly versatile—it can be sipped, poured over meals, or turned into fun frozen snacks.
🍲 Simple Bone Broth Recipe for Dogs
Ingredients:
1–2 kg of raw bones (chicken, beef, lamb, or turkey)
1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar (helps draw out nutrients)
Water (enough to cover bones)
Optional: chopped carrot or celery (dog-safe and adds minerals)
Instructions:
Add bones to a slow cooker, large pot, or pressure cooker.
Pour in water until bones are fully covered.
Add apple cider vinegar.
Simmer:
Slow cooker: low heat for 24–48 hours
Stove: low heat for 12–24 hours
Pressure cooker: 2–3 hours
Let cool completely.
Strain well to remove all bones and vegetable bits.
Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze in portions for up to 3 months.
💡 When chilled, a good broth will set like jelly—that means it’s full of joint-loving gelatin!
🐾 How to Serve:
Add a few spoonfuls over your dogs usual food
Offer as a drink (warm or chilled)
Freeze into dog-safe molds or ice cubes for a fun treat
Bone broth goes into a large number of our Pawsome Grub meals such as: casserole, kibble, Muttballs & dog rolls.
You can even purchase online:
We have:
Chicken, beef, pork, turkey, & roo available.
Louise @ Pawsome Grub.
⚠️ A Quick Safety Note:
Always remove all cooked bones before serving, and never use onion, garlic, salt, or seasoning—these can be harmful to dogs.
Bone broth is a small act of care with big benefits. Whether you’re nourishing an older dog, hydrating a picky pup, or just giving your best friend something special, bone broth is a simple, natural way to love them back.





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