Green - Spirulina Spirulina is a dietary supplement made from blue-green algae, rich in proteins and vitamins, and it is fast becoming known in the pet world as a super food ingredient. It can strengthen your dog’s immune system, cleanse the body of toxins and improve digestion and overall gastrointestinal health…and (this characteristic is pure gold!) it is also said to help with bad or doggy breath! Orange - Carrot High in fibre and beta-carotene, carrots are an ideal and safe snack for your dogs, and they are a great addition to regular dog food, whether raw or cooked. Crunching and chewing are great for your dog’s teeth, and actually this simple orange veggie is a winner for both pet and owner.
unconditional love, so in this rainbow themed edition, I couldn’t leave the page without the mention of the ‘Rainbow Bridge’. In the pet world, the phrase ‘Crossing over the Rainbow Bridge’ describes that moment when our beloved pets leave us and reach a mythical space that connects Heaven to Earth — with the belief that one day pet owners will be reunited with their dearest pets again. This is said to be a wonderful source of comfort at the time of their loss. May you make and share many more menu memories with your pooch with health and happiness for years and years to come.
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Purple - Aubergine Yes, dogs can happily eat aubergine safely raw or cooked, but dogs will find cooked aubergine much more appetising and far easier to digest as an ingredient. The only way to avoid feeding your dog aubergine is fried because it retains so much fat…which quite frankly does cut out most recipe ideas! Blue - Blueberries Oh yes, dogs can eat blueberries. Blueberries are a wonderful superfood, packed with fibre, rich in antioxidants, which prevent cell damage in humans and canines both! Frozen or natural they make an ideal treat. I’ve always thought that pets come into our lives to bring a silent sense of 64
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