How to make dry dog food delicious

Dry dog food has many advantages: it’s easy to store, inexpensive, and doesn’t spoil as quickly as wet food. Additionally, dry food is better for your dog’s teeth and acts as a natural abrasive to dislodge dirt and bacteria. However, like humans, dogs can also be picky eaters, and sometimes they refuse to eat the same dry food every day. You can make dry food more appealing by changing the texture and taste without spending a lot of money.

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Transition to a dry dog diet by mixing dry food with wet food. If you plan to change your dog’s diet from wet to dry mainly, be aware that they will adapt faster if you mix the two foods together at first rather than suddenly switching to dry food. Consult with your veterinarian to make sure your dog is ready, then mix half a serving of dry food with half of a wet food for the first week. In the second week, you can mix ¼ wet food with ¾ dry food. In the third week, give your dog a completely dry food. ^{[1] X Research Source}

Your dog won’t notice very well if you gradually switch from a wet to a dry diet.
Dry food will also help dislodge wet food particles stuck in your dog’s teeth. ^{[2] X Research Source}

Mix warm water to soften dry food. There are dogs who don’t like the texture of dry food, or maybe their teeth are sensitive so they feel pain when chewing. Mix ¼ cup (60 ml) of warm water for each cup (240 ml) of dry food to make it easier for your dog to eat. You can give it to your dog immediately as a soup ball or wait for the water to fully soak into the dry food into a puree. It may take 3-5 minutes for the dry food to absorb the water, depending on the grain size. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

Do not give your dog food that has been softened for more than a few hours, as it can spoil like wet food.

Drizzle some low-salt broth over dry food for extra flavor. You can make broth from chicken or beef or buy soup balls and soak them in hot water. Remember to buy the low-salt variety! The flavor of the soup balls will make dry food more palatable. Do not drop dry food into the gravy; You should only sprinkle 1 large spoon (about 30 ml) on the dog’s food plate. ^{[4] X Research Sources}

If you want to make your own broth, put a whole chicken, 2 chopped carrots, and 2 chopped potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat until the water boils, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours. When the time is up, turn off the heat, let it cool, and remove the chicken and vegetables. You can store the broth in a glass jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
When you have finished cooking the broth, you can store the leftovers in the refrigerator to feed your dog every day. You can use warm or cold broth, although warm broth will help the food to smell better.
A diet too high in salt will increase the burden on your dog’s kidneys.

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Add eggs to your dog’s food. Whether scrambled, hard-boiled or omelet, this is an easy and quick way to make your dog’s pellets richer (it’s also good for your dog’s skin and coat). Eggs are high in protein and contain a variety of essential amino acids and fatty acids, plus a soothing effect on the stomach. Don’t add salt or butter to your eggs – make them whole and your four-legged friend will be fine! ^{[5] X Research Sources}

If you add hard-boiled eggs to your dog’s food, be sure to peel the eggs first!
One egg has about 70 calories, just enough for a large dog. Small dogs only need half a fruit is enough.

Mix chopped vegetables or fruits into your dog’s dry food. Carrots, green beans, apples, blueberries or bananas are delicious treats. Remember that pellets should make up the bulk of your dog’s meal. Your dog’s plate should consist of ¾ pellets and ¼ side food. Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces and mix them well with the pellets (don’t just sprinkle them on top). ^{[6] X Research Sources}

Sweet potatoes are also great for dogs, but you must wash, peel, cook, and add no seasonings before mixing them with pellets. ^{[7] X Trusted Source American Kennel Club Go to Source}
In addition to the delicious taste, the different textures of fruits and vegetables along with the pellets will make your dog more interested.
Always check first to make sure the vegetables are not toxic to dogs. You can find this information online or call your veterinarian to ask.

Combine dry dog food with white yogurt to support your dog’s gut. Choose a sugar-free, fat-free yogurt and drizzle some on your dog’s pellets. Mix well so that the yogurt coats the pellets so your dog can’t just eat the yogurt on top and leave the dry food on the bottom. For small dogs, ¼ cup (60 ml) of yogurt is enough, while larger dogs will need ½ cup (120 ml) of yogurt. ^{[8] X Research Sources}

Probiotics in yogurt have a different effect on the gut of dogs than humans. If you want your dog to be supplemented with probiotics, look for one specifically made for dogs.
If your dog is intolerant to milk or has diarrhea when drinking milk, they will have a similar reaction to yogurt.

Sprinkle herbs over dry food. Dogs have taste buds too, and many of the healthy herbs we take every day are also good for dogs! For example, oregano contains antioxidants, rosemary contains iron and fiber, and peppermint helps with digestion. If using fresh herbs, wash and chop them well before mixing in dog food. You can also use dried herbs, but they are not as fragrant and fresh, and the health benefits are less. Add half a tablespoon (7.5 ml) of herbs to the pellets. ^{[9] X Research Source}

Do not give your dog the following herbs: pungent mint, tea tree oil, lindenum, white willow bark extract, ephedra, wormwood, yucca, and garlic. ^{[10] X Research Source}

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Make sure the food added to your dog’s pellets is cut to the right size to avoid the risk of choking.
If after a few days your dog still won’t eat the processed food, take your dog to the vet. This condition can be a sign of more serious dental problems.
Never replace your dog’s dry food entirely with gravy or vegetable juice – dry food has the nutrients your dog needs for good health.
Do not add salt or butter to any ingredients added to your dog’s food.
Some dogs may be allergic to foods or herbs that are generally safe. If your dog shows any of the following signs, remove the food and take him to the vet: watery eyes and nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, diarrhea or vomiting. ^{[11] X Research Source}

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