KALE
One of the healthiest things you can do for your dog is to add more green and leafy vegetables to their diet. Kale is a number one choice, being rich in iron, calcium and vitamins A, C and K.
Yes, you’ll totally sound pretentious buying kale for your dog, but just lie and say it’s for your green smoothie or whatever. To include it in your dog’s diet you can steam the leaves and add to your dog’s dinner, or brush lightly with oil and bake to create doggie chips (that you may want to steal).
SWEET POTATO
Among the highest vegetables on the nutrition scale, sweet potatoes include Vitamins A, C, Manganese and Iron which are good for a healthy coat and immune system.
Their high level of fibre also aids in healthy digestion. You can slice and bake them to serve as a snack, or add cooked portions to your dog’s dinner.
NATURAL PEANUT BUTTER
A tasty source of protein used to build and repair muscle tissue, peanut butter is filled with ‘good fats’ that support a healthy cardiovascular system.
Just like us you don’t want to go too overboard with the peanut butter as it is high in calories, however on the plus side it’s great smeared inside Kongs and other treat balls keep your pooch busy for hours.
CARROTS
A superfood for all pups – packed with beta-carotene which assists with everything from preventing heart disease to healthy eyesight.
They won’t help your dog see in the dark, but freshly chopped carrot sticks will keep your dog’s stomach fuller until mealtime and keep their teeth healthy.
Another trick with carrots is to use carrot shavings to ‘bulk up’ main meals if you’re trying to help your pup lose weight. You can also dance with them to ‘Ice Ice Baby’ if you’re really feeling like giving a bit of old school love.
7 Superfoods to add to your dogs diet