Packed with flavour, goodness and holiday cheer – spoil your pooch with this festive meal for a pawsome Christmas.
Before you get started, take note of these tips to make sure your pooch is going to enjoy their fancy meal, regardless of their age or preferences:
- Puppies over four months can enjoy small amounts with their regular food. However, their digestive systems are sensitive, so introduce new foods gradually.
- Opt for warm, moist meals for senior dogs. The soft texture eases digestion, and bone broth supports ageing joints.
- Go slow with fussy eaters. If your dog isn’t fond of trying new foods, mix tiny amounts into their regular meal to start.
- Skip the fruit for diabetic dogs. Consult a veterinarian before changing a diabetic dog’s diet. Fruits contain natural sugars that may affect blood glucose levels.
Now that the official stuff is done, let’s make this quick and easy recipe that’s packed with tail-wagging goodness:
Summer Christmas Chicken
Ingredients:
- 1 portion chicken-based frozen dog food (find this in your pet store’s freezer)
- 1 tablespoon plain pumpkin purée (great for digestive support)
- 2 tablespoons seedless watermelon cubes (for hydration)
- 1 egg (for protein)
- A small handful of steamed green beans (for fibre)
- Half a teaspoon fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons bone broth
Method:
- Defrost the chicken base thoroughly before cooking.
- Warm it gently in a saucepan over low heat, stirring regularly.
- Scramble the egg in a separate pan without oil or seasoning.
- Steam the green beans for ten minutes until tender but firm.
- Remove the saucepan from heat before adding pumpkin and bone broth.
- Top with cooled scrambled egg, fresh watermelon cubes, and chopped parsley. Allow the meal to reach warm temperature before serving.
Tip: Refrigerate prepared meals for a maximum of two days.
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