Bone broth is one of the best whole-food additions you can give. It's rich in collagen, gelatin, and glycine that support the gut lining (great for leaky gut and digestion), supplies joint-supporting compounds, and is wonderfully hydrating and palatable. It's gentle enough for sick, recovering, or fasting dogs, and a great way to get fluids into a dog that's off its food. Keep it plain and unsalted, with no onion or garlic.
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It's easy: use plain, unsalted bone broth (homemade or a clean store-bought one with no onion, garlic, or added salt), pour it into an ice cube tray, silicone mold, or a lick-friendly toy, and freeze. Give one when your dog is restless or needs something to do. Freezing it in a stuffable toy makes it last longer — hydrating, gut-supporting, and low-impact enough to use during fasting windows.
Short, intermittent fasting (skipping a meal or a longer overnight gap) gives the digestive system a rest, helps lower insulin, and supports natural repair. Many healthy adult dogs do well on it. But fasting is NOT for puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs, diabetic dogs, or very small/toy breeds prone to low blood sugar. When in doubt, check with a holistic vet before starting.
Educational only — not veterinary advice. Always work with your vet, especially if your dog is on medication.
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