Yellow Squash – Healthy Dog Food Idea
It’s July, and here in Connecticut that means a lot of yellow squash (and zucchini, but we can talk about that another day).
Why Give Dogs Liver
To those who are not fans of liver (like me), it may look gross and smell gross. Others love it! Whichever side you’re on, liver is a great addition to your dog’s diet.
I have older relatives who squirm at the memory of having to eat liver as a child .. but as with so many things, grandma was right! Liver holds a wide range of nutrients, including copper, zinc, iron, vitamins and more.
And you don’t need to add that much… about an ounce per pound of meat should do it.
How I Cook Liver
In my grocery store, beef and calf liver are in the freezer section in 1-pound packages – about 4 or 5 slices. I rinse it off, put it in a skillet with a few ounces of water, and cook for about 20 minutes on medium heat or until it’s cooked through, cutting it up as it cooks.
Once it cools, I freeze it in batches of about 2 – 4 ounces per bag. Then I take bags out periodically and use for a few days, supplementing my dog’s meals.
Eating Liver to Support the Liver
Did you know that you can serve liver to support liver health? This is based on an ancient practice known throughout the world… feeding specific tissues can help support the corresponding tissue. Therefore, you can feed liver to support liver health, feed hearts to support heart health, etc.
One thing to keep in mind is that liver is one of the body’s detoxifying organs, so try to buy as clean a version as possible. This is why I opted for calf liver here.
Enjoy!
Why Give Dogs Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a staple in my dog’s diet, and has a wide range of benefits.
Making Eggs? You Can Make a Calcium Supplement
You know what they say about eggs … incredible, edible and lots more! They take very little time to prepare, can be used alone or in recipes, and provide a highly digestible protein for your dog. If that didn’t offer enough reasons to include them in your dog’s diet, here’s another reason: You can use eggshell as a calcium supplement.
Chicken Organs – Video Clip
I roasted a whole chicken, and saved the organs from the little bag that often comes with whole chickens. I removed them from the bag, and baked those along with the chicken.
Banana – Video Clip
I got two fresh bananas, sliced them, and I will freeze them and use as needed. Easy and healthy.
Boomie, Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Boomie the Entlebucher Mountain Dog is loved by Cynthia and Mike from MA. I worked with Boomie’s mom a few years ago.
Listen to Sarah’s Radio Interview on Pet Connections
Last Sunday, April 14, I was the guest on the “Pet Connections” radio show based out of Minneapolis, MN. Host Cathy Menard interviewed me at length about the benefits of homemade dog food. What a wonderful hour!