10 WAYS To Improve Your Pet's Diet

Incorporating fresh fruits and veggies into your pet’s diet can have a range of health benefits, from promoting healthy digestion to boosting the immune system. We've put a list together of 10 fruits and vegetables you can add to your pet's bowl, their benefits, and the nutritional value they can provide!

#1 CARROTS are a great source of beta-carotene, which can help improve eyesight and promote a healthy coat. They're high fibre, aid in digestion and can help prevent constipation.

#2 BLUEBERRIES are rich in antioxidants, which can help protect against cancer and other diseases. They're low in calories, making them a great snack for pets who need to lose weight.

#3 SWEET POTATOES are a good source of vitamin A, which promotes healthy skin and a shiny coat. High in fibre, they can help regulate digestion and prevent constipation.

#4 GREEN BEANS are a low calorie, high fibre vegetable, making them a great choice for pets who need to lose or maintain weight. They're also a good source of vitamin C. This can boost your furry guy's immune system.

#5 PUMPKIN is high in fibre, which can help regulate digestion and prevent constipation. It's also a good source of beta-carotene, which can improve eyesight and promote a healthy coat.

#9 WATERMELON is a good source of vitamins A and C, promoting healthy skin and a shiny coat. Low in calories and high in hydration, this makes it a great snack for pets who need to stay hydrated.

#6 BROCCOLI is packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, which can boost the immune system, and calcium, which can strengthen bones. It's also high in fibre, which aids in digestion.

#7 SPINACH is a good source of iron, which can prevent anemia, vitamin K, which can promote healthy bones, and high in antioxidants which can protect against cancer and other diseases.

#8 APPLES are a good source of fiber, which can aid in digestion, and vitamin C, which can boost the immune system. Being low in calories, they are a great snack for pets who want to watch their weight.

#10 CUCUMBERS are a great source of vitamin K, which promotes healthy bones. Low in calories and high in hydration, this also makes a great snack to keep pets hydrated.

Introduce new foods gradually to avoid any tummy upset. Our pets eat the same parts of the fruits and veggies we do! No pits, rinds, leaves or stems. Serve them the fleshy part of the fruit or veggie and see which ones are their favourite!

Fresh, whole foods can replace 20% of your pet's already complete and balanced diet! It keeps their meals interesting and new versus having to eat the same thing day in and day out! The best thing about adding fresh food to our pet's diet is you already have it in your kitchen and sharing healthy food with your pet is not only fun, but also cost effective!

CARLY PATRYLUK, House of Paws Pet Boutique Beyond the Bowl Blog