Bone Broth is a terrific thing to give your dog, whether you give it on its own (great for under-the-weather dogs) or added it to your dog’s usual dinner to perk things up a bit. Easy and economical to make, bone broth is nutrient-dense, incredibly rich in protein—especially gelatin—and has a soothing, delicious taste dogs love. It’s also wonderful for joint and digestive health and is detoxifying. What’s not to love?
To get started, you’ll want to choose beef marrow bones and bones that have a lot of joints, such as chicken or turkey legs. (Ask your butcher for bones or save the bones from Sunday dinner in the freezer until you’re ready to make a broth. Bone broths are generally made with bones with a small amount of meat left clinging to them.) You can roast the bones first to improve the flavour, though it's not necessary. Roast them if you’re making broth for yourself, too, otherwise keep it simple—just throw the bones in the soup pot or crock pot and get ready to get cookin’!
Next, cover the bones with two to three inches of water (add a couple tablespoons of apple cider vinegar if you wish; it helps to extract the minerals in the bones) and then simmer your bone broth for a long time—be prepared to simmer for eight to over 24 hours. The goal is to produce gelatin from the collagen-rich joints and to release trace minerals like calcium. At the end of the cooking time, the bones should be soft and slightly crumbly when pressed between your fingers. Remove the bones and discard—don’t give your dog cooked bones as they can splinter and damage the intestine. Now place the broth in the fridge to cool. After a couple of hours, a layer of fat will have collected on the top—scoop this off and discard. The remaining broth, jelly-like and delicious, is ready to be served to your dog!
Spoon into smaller containers to store. The broth will keep in the fridge for up to three days. Freeze whatever you won’t use in this time period. And prepare yourself for a very enthusiastic dinner reception!
And if you don't have the time to make your own, this ready-made bone broth from Primal Pet Foods is just as delicious and nutritious!
Taplow Ventures LTD., is pleased to announce a NEW and NOVEL protein source with the introduction of our canned Fraser Valley Grub Formula. KASIKS canned products are produced at Coastwise Processors Inc., our human-grade canning facility located in British Columbia, Canada.
Insect protein has become increasingly popular over the past few years as part of the human diet.
Insects are Eco-Friendly, Novel, Clean & Healthy:
Insect protein is equal and in some cases higher in protein and fat than traditional sources
Zero methane production
No added hormones, antibiotics or steroids
GMO Free
Reduced water consumption in farming insects over that of other animal protein options
Low environmental impact and source of excellent nutrients
Kasiks Pet food is sourcing our soldier fly larvae from within our community. Enterra Feed Corporation is a CFIA approved farming facility located in British Columbia, Canada. Enterra feeds excess fruit, vegetable and grain from human food production.
“North American and European consumers are continually seeking unique quality protein sources for their pets. Insect protein is a part of many peoples’ diets. Our KASIKS Fraser Valley Grub formula contains insect to enhance the fat and protein of the diet.” – Michael Florian, President & Founder KASIKS Pet Foods
There are some really compelling reasons to consider a vegetable-based personal diet, among them the abhorrent practices commonplace in factory farming and the meat industry’s very large environmental impact. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations laid it clear with its statement, “the livestock sector is a major stressor on many ecosystems and on the planet as a whole. Globally it is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gases and one of the leading causal factors in the loss of biodiversity, while in developed and emerging countries it is perhaps the leading source of water pollution.” Pretty big reasons to think about changing your diet.
But what about our dogs? Can dogs really thrive on a vegan diet? The answer is yes, as long as it’s carefully formulated, and Ketunpet has left no room for error in their vegetable protein-based kibble. Their new Super Premium Vegan Dog Food contains no animal ingredients. With an enticing smoky flavor that your dog will love, this cruelty-free dog food contains all the essential nutrients dogs requires and more. Taurine, Omega 3 and 6, natural prebiotics, and vegetable oils are added in the form of chia, quinoa, beet pulp and chicory root, and yucca schidigera, among others, helping to keep your dog healthy and ensuring he doesn’t suffer from any deficiencies. All that makes for a happy pooch, happy farm animals, and a healthy planet!
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