DIY Dog Bone Broth with a Mushroom Boost

DIY Dog Bone Broth with a Mushroom Boost

A warm spoonful of bone broth over dinner can turn a so-so bowl into a tail-wagging event — and it's the perfect way to sneak in a daily mushroom scoop for picky dogs. Here's a simple, dog-safe version, plus a shortcut.

A quick safety note (important)

Dog-safe bone broth must be plain — no onion, no garlic, no added salt or seasonings, which can be harmful to dogs. Keep it simple and your dog will love it.

Ingredients

• 1–2 kg raw meaty bones (beef marrow, knuckle, or chicken/turkey)
• Enough filtered water to cover
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (helps draw nutrients from the bones)
• No onion, garlic, salt, or seasoning

Method

1. Place bones in a slow cooker or large pot, cover with water, and add the vinegar.
2. Simmer low and slow — 12–24 hours in a slow cooker (longer = richer).
3. Let it cool, then strain out all the bones (cooked bones can splinter — never give them to your dog).
4. Skim excess fat once chilled. Store in the fridge (up to ~4 days) or freeze in portions.

Add the mushroom boost

When serving, warm a portion and stir in your dog's daily mushroom scoop — our Super 7 for Dogs & Cats (1 scoop per 5 kg of body weight) dissolves cleanly into broth. The same trick works with a single-mushroom extract like turkey tail for dogs. Pour over food as a topper, or serve a little on its own as a treat.

The shortcut

No time to simmer for a day? Our ready-made Beef Bone Broth Au Jus Meal Enhancer gives you the same dinnertime magic in seconds — just add water and stir in the mushroom scoop.

Why this works

Bone broth is a flavour-packed, hydrating topper that picky and senior dogs adore — which makes it the ideal vehicle for a daily mushroom supplement. It turns 'will my dog eat this?' into 'more, please.'

New to toppers? See our complete guide to pet food toppers.

FAQ

Is bone broth safe for dogs? Plain bone broth (no onion, garlic, salt, or seasoning) is a popular dog-safe topper. Always strain out the bones — never feed cooked bones.

Can I add mushroom powder to bone broth? Yes — it dissolves cleanly. Stir in your dog's daily serving when you serve it.

How long does homemade dog bone broth keep? About 4 days in the fridge, or freeze in portions for longer.

Is there a faster option? Yes — our Beef Bone Broth Au Jus Meal Enhancer makes a fresh topper in seconds.

It's important to consult your vet before starting any new supplement, especially if your pet is on medication.