Our 7 Favorite Bone Broths for Dogs (2024)

Our Top Picks

Solid Gold Bone Broth is one of our favorite dog food toppers. It comes in beef, chicken, and turkey flavors in easily resealable pouches. The broths are made with just a few human-grade ingredients including bone broth, vegetables, and fruits. It also has turmeric, which may help decrease inflammation.

The broth can be served as-is straight from the pouch or it can be warmed up before pouring over your dog’s dinner. Once you open a pouch, it should be refrigerated where it should last for about a week. If you don’t think you’ll use it up by then, pop the pouch in the freezer.

The pouches are resealable, but if you don’t twist them closed tightly, there is a chance they could leak in the fridge. Before using, it’s fine to store them in the pantry. Feed about 1/4 cup per 25 pounds of body weight. Solid Gold Bone Broth ingredients are sourced in the United States where the broth is also made.

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These meaty bone broth mixes are a combination of broth and flavorful chunks of meat and vegetables including carrots and butternut squash. There are no artificial preservatives, by-products, or fillers and no artificial flavors or GMO ingredients. The bone broth comes in beef, chicken, and turkey/salmon stew and are made with just a handful of human-grade ingredients. Honest Kitchen says it was the first company to use human-grade ingredients for pets and these stews certainly smell good.

The cartons contain an average of about two servings, depending on the size of your dog, but you may want to start with just a tablespoon or so. You can serve it right from the carton or warm it up first to make dinnertime more tempting. Once opened, the cartons should be refrigerated and used within three days. They can be a bit difficult to open, but are easy to close up until you use them again.

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These sturdy pouches of Open Farm Bone Broth are so easy to use and store. They’re durable with a twist-off lid that’s easy to keep in the refrigerator once opened or the pantry before you’re ready to use it. You can pour it straight from the container onto your dog’s kibble or warm it up first. Just make sure it’s not hot. Feed about two tablespoons for every 10 pounds of canine body weight. Refrigerate for up to a week once opened.

Open Farm products are made with responsibly sourced, human-grade ingredients. There are no artificial additives, preservatives, or flavors. Each of the three broths—beef, chicken, and turkey—starts with a basic meat bone broth, then adds vegetables and a handful of spices like turmeric and parsley. This bone broth product tends to be a bit more expensive than competitors.

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Bone broth powder is a good alternative if you don’t want to deal with potentially messy liquids or worry about using up liquid broth while it’s still fresh. Native Pet Bone Broth Powder has only a handful of ingredients: beef bone broth and sunflower lecithin for the beef broth and organic chicken broth, organic chicken protein, and organic sweet potato for the chicken broth. The powder offers more than 90% crude protein in one serving. You can sprinkle it over your pup’s kibble or you can mix it with warm water and serve it as a treat or mixed in dry food.

Unlike most liquid broths which typically have to be used within a few days after opening, this powder has a one-year shelf life after it has been opened. There are no fillers, additives, or artificial ingredients and the broth is sourced from grass-fed beef and real chicken. The recommended serving size is 1 scoop (1/2 tablespoon) for every 25 pounds of your dog’s weight. Like with anything news, some picky eaters might stick their noses up in the air and not be interested.

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Maev, a company that makes delivery raw food and vitamin bars for dogs, offers an interesting take on bone broth. These come in a jar like ice cubes and have to be kept frozen until ready to serve. Then you can offer it to your pup as-is for a crunchy, cold treat or you can feed them slightly thawed or totally thawed on top of your dog’s kibble.

You can arrange to have three or six jars of broth delivered on a regular basis, depending on how often you feed them (anywhere from every week to every 10 weeks). The broth is made from beef bones and reverse-osmosis water (a type of purified water). Recommended serving size is 1-2 tablespoons per every 10 pounds of your dog’s weight. The bone broth has minimum 3.3 percent crude protein. We liked that the jar the product comes in is also reusable and recyclable.

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These crunchy treats are made with only four ingredients: beef bone broth, oat flour, carrots, and parsley. There are no artificial additives, fillers, flavors, or preservatives. Ingredients for all Bocce’s Bakery treats are natural and locally sourced and the treats are made in the United States. The oven-baked treats are B-shaped and crisp and they can easily be broken into tinier pieces for training or for smaller pups.

The bone broth treats come only in one flavor (beef), but Bocce’s offers dozens of other flavors—some that are around all year and some that are just seasonal. The bone broth treats have about 12 calories each. They can be given daily as a treat.

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Stella & Chewy's Bountiful Bone Broth is made with grass-fed beef or cage-free chicken as the first ingredient, and if your dog has food sensitivities, both flavors are grain- and gluten-free with straightforward ingredients, so you can easily avoid food triggers. The two recipes are enhanced with nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables, and spices, like squash, pumpkin, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon.

Dogs of all life stages can enjoy a daily serving of Bountiful Bone Broth as a topper on their food or as a standalone treat. For convenience, the broth comes in a resealable BPA-free 16-ounce pouch. Use 1/4 cup of broth for every 25 pounds that your dog weighs. You can also freeze the broth in an ice cube tray to give your dog a longer-lasting treat.

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Final Verdict

Our favorite overall is Solid Gold Bone Broth. It contains all human-grade ingredients, is sourced and made in the United States, and can be served warm or straight from the handy, resealable pouch. For a chunkier option, check out The Honest Kitchen Bone Broth Pour Overs. It’s a thick mix of broth and chunks, made with human-grade limited ingredients.

FAQ

• Is bone broth good for dogs?

  Bone broth can be a great addition to your dog’s diet, says Butzer. “It's packed with nutrients like collagen, amino acids, and minerals that can help support joint health, digestion, and the immune system. Plus, it's super tasty!” she says. “The downsides are minimal, but it's important to make sure you're using a high-quality bone broth without added salt or other ingredients that could be harmful to your dog.” For example, if your dog has heart disease, you need to be careful how much salt is in their diet.

• How much bone broth should I give to my dog?

  Check out the suggested directions and serving size on the bone broth package. “Start with about 1/4 to 1/2 cup per day for a medium-sized dog and adjust based on your dog's size and dietary needs,” Butzer suggests. And it’s always a good idea to check in with your vet before you change anything in your dog’s diet.

• Can I add broth to my dog’s water?

  That’s just one of the many ways you can feed bone broth to your dog. That might be helpful if your dog doesn’t drink enough water throughout the day. You can also freeze it into ice cubes for a refreshing snack in warm weather. (Tip: Give that treat outside and not on the living room rug!)

• What are some healthy ways to supplement your dog’s diet?

  One easy thing to do is add fresh fruits and vegetables, like apples, green beans, and carrots. “Omega-3 fatty acids from sources like fish oil can also be beneficial for your dog's skin, coat, and overall health,” says Butzer, who also suggests considering probiotics for gut health, and glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health. “It's important to remember that every dog is different, so it's always best to consult with your veterinarian to determine which supplements are necessary and which ones your dog may not need.”

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