Did you know there are multiple ways of making kibble nutritious?
Is your furry companion snorting at his kibble lately?
Well, this can be worrying for a pet parent.
Pumping more nutrition and flavor into his food may improve this situation.
Here are ten tips you can use to make your dog’s kibble tastier.
10 Tips for Making my Frenchie Food Tasty
Add bone broth
Bone broth is a magic worker to make food more appealing and nutritious. Adding it to your dog’s kibble will help add flavor and bring out a delicious irresistible aroma.
You can make broth from beef, chicken, or fish bones and add value to your furbaby’s food in multiple ways.
Besides hydrating or softening the food and making it more palatable, the broth will enhance the smell and make it increasingly appealing, especially if your Frenchie has a poor appetite.
Dogs have a strong sense of smell, which influences their meals. As such, bone broth will smell appealing and lure it into eating.
Additionally, bone broth comes packed with collagen and other nutrients and minerals beneficial for the joints and skin and boost overall health. Cool, right?
Mix with bits of lean raw meat
If your Frenchie is snorting at his kibble, he may be bored with it. Why don’t you spice things up for them by adding pieces of raw meat?
Dogs are naturally carnivorous and love meat. Adding raw meat to dry kibble will make it more nutritious and delicious hence appealing. Besides, raw meats are nutrient-rich and thus beneficial to your pup’s health.
What’s better, there are many healthy protein sources to choose from. You can chop small pieces of chicken, beef, lamb, salmon, lean duck breast meat, or even fillet mignon and top your dog’s food with them.
Remember to go for lean meat as extra fatty meats may lead to unhealthy weight gain and other health issues in your Frenchie.
Add eggs
Eggs are irresistible to dogs, your Frenchie included. As such, adding eggs in any form, cooked, slightly cooked, scrabbled, hard/soft boiled, or even raw, to your dog’s meal.
Eggs are high in proteins and contain many other nutrients and vitamins that are beneficial to dogs.
Additionally, they are readily available and relatively affordable, making them ideal for enhancing your canine’s kibble. Go for eggs from the free-range farm chicken as they are considered healthier and better.
Ensure that you don’t use butter, salt, or any spices in your dog’s eggs, as this can cause them an upset tummy due to the high fat and calorie content.
You can also crush eggshells and incorporate them in the dog food for an extra calcium punch.
Remember to give this in moderation as in excess; eggs can cause health problems for your Frenchie.
Try vegetable smoothies
Fresh vegetables are nutrient-rich and make an excellent nutritional treat for your Frenchie. Dark, leafy veggies like kale, spinach, and chard contain vitamins A, C, E, and K.
Other beneficial and safe vegetables for dogs include broccoli, bean sprouts, cucumbers, carrots, and green beans.
Experiment with the various vegetables to find out what works for your dog. More importantly, go for what won’t make them gassy.
Blend the vegetables with water into a smoothie and mix them into the kibble for better digestibility. Smoothies are also highly satiating while still low in calories, making it a plus if your Frenchie watches its weight.
While at it, avoid including onion or garlic, which are highly toxic and cause your dog serious health issues.
Vegetable-based juices are a healthy addition for making kibble more nutritious, given their low sugar content.
Read our article on Dog-Friendly Snacks That Your Frenchie will Love Anytime
Add Goat’s milk
Although dairy products are not great for dogs, goat milk is different as it’s lactose-free. It’s even considered great for your pup’s gut health.
It’s easily digestible and well-absorbed by dogs with a reduced risk of allergic reactions.
In addition, raw goat milk has naturally occurring probiotics. As such, your Frenchie will get all the benefits that probiotics offer in an easy-to-digest form.
Add some raw goat’s milk to your dog’s kibble, the same way you add milk to your cereal, to make it a lot more nutritious and delicious. Goat milk has the added advantage of keeping your dog hydrated.
Remember to give this in small amounts as too much of it can lead to stomach upsets.
Infuse with Yogurt or Kefir
Apart from being rich in calcium, yogurt is excellent for the digestive system and can motivate your dog to eat when combined with kibble.
Most dogs can’t resist the temptation for some yogurt. This makes it an excellent way of adding some life to your dog’s kibble.
Adding plain yogurt or kefir to your Frenchie’s diet can make it delicious and nutritious. These two dairy products are fermented and include probiotics that can aid your dog’s digestion.
However, you should avoid flavored yogurts as they are high in sugar. Instead, opt for plain yogurt free from artificial sweeteners such as xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
Consider using yogurt that has live cultures. Plain Greek yogurt is considered the best due to its live probiotics and low lactose levels.
Add coconut or fish oil.
Even though there is some controversy concerning the nutritional benefits of coconut oil, it’s, without doubt, beneficial addition to your dog’s food if used in moderation.
Coconut oil is high in healthy fats and has a delicious taste. It contains medium-chain triglycerides (MTCs), a healthy fat source that can give your dog lots of energy and nutrition.
Coconut oil also includes lauric acid, which is antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal, all of which are essential for your Frenchy’s health.
However, you need to use coconut oil sparingly as it’s high in saturated fats, which may cause loose or oily stools.
On the other hand, fish oil is a nutritional powerhouse with Omega 3 fatty acids that help in promoting skin, coat, and brain health.
Add pumpkin puree
If your Frenchie has digestive issues, your veterinarian may suggest plain pumpkin puree for it. Pumpkin being high in fiber is excellent for aiding digestion.
Many dogs find its taste appealing, making it an excellent addition to their kibble. If you decide to go for a local store’s pumpkin puree, ensure you choose the one entirely made of pumpkin.
Stay away from pumpkin pie fillings that are popular on supermarket shelves, as they contain sugar and spices that can negatively impact your Frenchie’s health.
It’s best to puree the pumpkin yourself. Get an organic pumpkin, slice it into pieces, boil it till it’s soft, then run it through a blender.
How simple? That’s all you need to do to boost your dog’s kibble and make it more appealing.
Top with sardines
Are you looking for a way to add extra taurine to your dog’s diet while making it more delicious? Sardines are an excellent source of the amino acid taurine.
Quite surprising, right? They are a great way of adding more to your dog’s diet.
Sardines also include many Omega 3 fatty acids, which can help with skin and coat health to joint problems. In addition, they help regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation.
This makes them great for dogs with allergies, arthritis, and autoimmune disease.
What’s more, sardines are a complete protein. As such, they provide your dog with all the essential amino acids necessary to stay healthy. These nutrients are vital for supporting all body functions.
However, you’ll need to ensure that you choose the salt-free sardines packed with water, not oil.
Organ Meats
Dogs, just like humans, can benefit significantly from organ meats such as kidneys, liver, and heart.
Organ meats are an essential part of your dog’s diet as they contain a wealth of vitamins and minerals that help maintain strong muscles, a healthy coat, and a healthy heart.
These organs contain vitamins A, B (B1, B2, B6, B12, and folic acid), copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron.
Consider topping your Frenchie’s kibble with organ meat to make it more nutritious and palatable. You can begin by combining the organ meat with something simple like ground beef.
You can add sliced pieces of raw, freeze-dried, or dehydrated organ meats to your dog’s kibble to instantly enhance the flavor and nutrients.
What can I add to my dog’s kibble to make it healthier?
You can add slices of raw meat, raw organ meats, fish or coconut oil, sardines, yogurt, eggs, whole vegetables, and fruits. Including any of these in your dog’s kibble will not only increase its flavor but also make it healthier.
What can you add to dog food for flavor?
Mixing salt-free bone broth from chicken, beef or even fish bones with your dog’s food will enhance its flavor. Besides being nutrient-dense, broth has an appealing aroma that will enhance the food’s flavor.
Can I mix kibble with cooked food?
Yes, you can mix kibble with cooked food to make it more palatable. Cooked fresh food comes with an enticing aroma, adding more flavor to your dog’s food and making it more attractive to the food.
Can you mix wet and dry dog food?
Mixing wet food with dry dog food will give it extra texture, smell, and flavor, making it more appealing to your dog. Go for wet food that contains ingredients your dog loves for better results.
What seasonings are suitable for dogs?
Spices such as basil, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and parsley are safe for dogs and can be used to season your dog’s food.
Over to You
Kibble has many benefits, which is why it’s so popular.
Good dry food can meet all your Frenchie’s nutritional needs. It’s convenient, affordable, and has a long shelf life.
However, your dog, at some point, may refuse to eat it due to various reasons.
The solution?
Make his kibble more flavorful and delicious.
Well, you can use any or a combination of our tips above to achieve this.
Besides bringing variety to your dog’s diet, these additions will also make it a bit more nutritious. Kibble doesn’t have to be boring!
Find out what works best for your dog.
Happy Paw-renting!