Dogs
Dogs have bodily functions that are almost similar to those of human beings. Hence, even dogs need many food nutrients such as vitamins that often do not come in through the normal diets. In fact many concerned dog owners have frantically started searching for sources of many nutrients that are not included in the daily diet. Coming back to the concerned question, that why dogs require vegetables. You may have noticed your canine friend nibble on grass when you take him for a walk. There is a very logical explanation about why your dog consumes grass. The answer is - fatty acids, vitamins and fibers.
Many of us just tend to feed our dogs with wheat based products, meat and milk. In the course of this diet, your canine just gets three types of nutrients, namely, proteins, carbohydrates and portion of fats. If you are feeding your dog with packed dog food then probably your dog is either getting only chemicals accompanied by the usual ingredients or very small quantities of vitamins, fatty acids and other nutrients that are obviously not enough.
Dogs have eaten green plants to get vitamins, fatty acids and fibers even before they befriended man. However, since the growth of human civilization, supply of these nutrients that are usually found in wild plants has been curbed. It is now time that we help out our canine friend and serve him fresh vegetables that contain the right nutrients.
Advantages of Feeding Vegetables to Dogs
There are several advantages of feeding dogs with vegetables. Some of them are listed below.
The following is a table that depicts some vegetables that are best for dogs.
There are several more vegetables that you should definitely consider feeding your dog. To know more about vegetables that you can easily feed your dog, you can consult the vet. There are 3 basic ways on which you can feed vegetables to your dog.
If you are still in a dilemma as to what to feed your dog, you may try anything green and leafy and anything from the cabbage family. It is however recommended that you consult a vet first.
The Story of Grandma Bramble: Who is grandma Bramble? Bramble is a border collie dog. Believe it or not this dog, who lives in Britain is a vegan (well also by ownership). Bramble lives on the diet of rice, lentils and organic vegetables and still has a perfect health. So what makes Bramble, such a famous grandma? - She's 27 years old.
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Dogs
Vegetables for Dogs
Dogs have bodily functions that are almost similar to those of human beings. Hence, even dogs need many food nutrients such as vitamins that often do not come in through the normal diets. In fact many concerned dog owners have frantically started searching for sources of many nutrients that are not included in the daily diet. Coming back to the concerned question, that why dogs require vegetables. You may have noticed your canine friend nibble on grass when you take him for a walk. There is a very logical explanation about why your dog consumes grass. The answer is - fatty acids, vitamins and fibers.
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Dogs have eaten green plants to get vitamins, fatty acids and fibers even before they befriended man. However, since the growth of human civilization, supply of these nutrients that are usually found in wild plants has been curbed. It is now time that we help out our canine friend and serve him fresh vegetables that contain the right nutrients.
Advantages of Feeding Vegetables to Dogs
There are several advantages of feeding dogs with vegetables. Some of them are listed below.
- Intake of vital nutrients like proteins, vitamins and fatty acids.
- Fibers help in the digestion of meat and heavy foods.
- Vegetables contain anti oxidants, that reduce chronic diseases.
- Many vegetables also contain phytochemicals, that help the dog to overcome aging symptoms.
- Many vegetables also contain omega 3 fatty acids that are needed by all mammals.
The following is a table that depicts some vegetables that are best for dogs.
| Broccoli | Broccoli is a very good source of vitamin C, beta carotene, folic acid, calcium. In addition to that, it is also a fibrous plant that boosts the digestive system, and has anti-cancer characteristics. |
| Spinach | Just like broccoli, spinach is also a very resourceful vegetables as it provides a generous supply of anti-oxidants and almost twice the quantity of iron as compared to other vegetables. Spinach also contains a good amount of nutrients that include fiber, calcium, potassium and vitamins A, B6 and K. |
| Celery | Celery is a warehouse of rare nutrients that include vitamins A, B, C calcium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium and iron. In addition, celery also includes a huge amount of phytochemicals. |
| Carrot | The tastiest food of bugs bunny is enjoyed, rather relied by all our canine kennel dwellers because not only does it taste good but also contains most of the available vitamins that range from vitamins A, B, C, D, E and K. Not only the carrot vitamins but it is also a rich source of iron, calcium, potassium and phosphorus. And the result of feeding carrots to your dog? A brilliant and extremely sharp eyesight. What's up doc? |
| Cayenne Pepper | Cayenne Pepper is probably the best preventive measure for cancer in your canine. In addition to anti-cancer properties, cayenne pepper contains thrice the quantity of vitamin C. In addition to vitamin C also cayenne pepper also contains a huge amount of fibers and vitamin B6. |
There are several more vegetables that you should definitely consider feeding your dog. To know more about vegetables that you can easily feed your dog, you can consult the vet. There are 3 basic ways on which you can feed vegetables to your dog.
- Raw feeding
- Plain boiled vegetables
- Mixing squashed vegetables in normal food
If you are still in a dilemma as to what to feed your dog, you may try anything green and leafy and anything from the cabbage family. It is however recommended that you consult a vet first.
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