Homemade Bone Broth for Dogs: My Everyday Recipe

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If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that I’ve been making this bone broth for my dogs for years. It’s become a staple in our home — not just because it’s packed with nutrients, but because it helps me rehydrate their food every night in a way that supports their health from the inside out.

Here’s how I make it and why each ingredient matters.

What You’ll Need

Note: I typically measure with my heart. The amounts below can be adjusted based on the size of your slow cooker or crockpot.

Base Ingredients:

• 2 scoops of The Daily from Native Pet (an 11-in-1 daily supplement that supports whole-body wellness)
• 2–3 beef marrow bones
• 4–6 chicken feet (aka chicken paws)
• 1 shot of apple cider vinegar (helps break down bones to release collagen)
• A pump or two of fish oil — excellent for skin, coat, and joint health)
  

Optional Veggies (Whatever You Have On Hand):

• Carrots
• Spinach
• Potato skins
• Celery
• A sprig or two of fresh rosemary (if you have it—it adds great anti-inflammatory benefits!)

Why These Ingredients?

🐶 The Daily (Native Pet):

This is my go-to daily supplement. It’s packed with prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, and joint support. I love knowing I’m starting the broth with something that promotes snout-to-tail health.

🦴 Beef Marrow Bones:

This is my go-to daily supplement. It’s packed with prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, and joint support. I love knowing I’m starting the broth with something that promotes snout-to-tail health.

🐓 Chicken Feet:

Surprisingly high in glucosamine and chondroitin, which support mobility and reduce joint stiffness. This is gold for big breeds like Great Danes.

🍎 Apple Cider Vinegar:

Just a small splash helps pull nutrients from the bones into the broth. It’s an old-school trick that works!

🐟 Fish Oil:

Fish oil promotes healthy skin and shiny coats while boosting joint health. Plus, my dogs love the flavor.

🥬 Veggies + Rosemary:

These add a vitamin-rich layer to the broth. Rosemary is optional, but it’s known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

How to Cook It:

1. Add everything to your slow cooker or crock pot.
2. Fill with water, covering the bones about an inch or so.
3. Cook on low for 7—8 hours or high for 3—4 hours
4. About 30 minutes before it’s done, scoop out the getties and add in:
   • Chicken breast
   • Gizzards
   • Or any of your dogs favorite proteins
5. Let the meat cook until full done

Storage + Serving Tips

Once cool, I pour the broth into glass jars and store them in the fridge. The collagen makes it thicken into a jelly — don’t be alarmed, that’s the good stuff!

To Serve:

• Heat up 4tbsp of broth with 1/2 cup of hot water
• Pour it over your dog’s food to rehydrate and boost nutrition
• If I’ve added meat, I’ll shred it and put it over their dinner and store it in a separate storage container

Final Thoughts

This broth has made a huge difference in my dogs’ health over the years — from shinier coats to smoother joints. It’s especially great for large breeds like Great Danes who benefit from the extra joint support.

If you try this recipe, tag me on Instagram @haleyandthedane — I’d love to see your pups enjoying it!