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Medium dog serving: 4-6 tablespoons

Can Dogs Have Bone Broth? Yes — Homemade Only, No Onion or Garlic

This food is generally safe for dogs when prepared properly.

Plain homemade bone broth without onion garlic or salt is safe and beneficial for dogs. It supports joint health hydration and gut health. Store-bought bone broth often contains harmful additives and must be avoided.

Warning Signs & Symptoms

Store-bought bone broth with onion or garlic: toxic. High sodium commercial varieties: digestive upset. Raw bones used to make broth: always use cooked bones only.

If Your Dog Ate This

No emergency action needed at normal serving sizes.

Safe to Feed

plain homemade bone broth — no onion, garlic, salt, or additives

What to Avoid

store-bought bone broth (onion/garlic/sodium), seasoned broth, broth with additives

Preparation & Serving

Homemade only. Simmer bones 12-24 hours. Strain completely. Remove all fat. No salt or seasoning. Cool completely before serving.

Potential Health Benefits

Collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin, gelatin. Supports joints, gut health, and hydration.

Safer Alternatives

  • bone-broth-dogs|collagen-dogs|chicken-broth-plain

Did you know?

Bone broth has been made by humans for thousands of years as a way to use every part of an animal and extract maximum nutrition. The gelatin that forms when bone broth cools is pure collagen protein — the same substance in commercial joint supplements. French onion soup gets its distinctive rich flavor from long-simmered beef bone broth — the onion version is why it is toxic to dogs.

Portions & nutrition

Serving (small dog)
2-3 tablespoons
Serving (medium dog)
4-6 tablespoons
Serving (large dog)
6-8 tablespoons
Calories (per 100g)
10
Safe frequency
Daily for sick dogs, several times per week for healthy dogs

Source

Source: AKC

What You Need to Know

Bone broth made from cooked bones simmered in water is nutritious and safe for dogs. It is particularly useful for encouraging sick dogs to eat and drink. Always make from scratch — most commercial bone broths contain onion garlic or high sodium. Simmer beef pork or chicken bones for 12-24 hours. Strain completely and remove all fat before serving.

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Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a licensed veterinarian before making dietary changes for your pet.