Superfoods for Dogs + A Simple Recipe for a 10kg Pup 🐾
Superfoods for Dogs + A Simple Recipe for a 10kg Pup 🐾
At Natura Paws, we’re passionate about nourishing pets with natural, wholesome ingredients that make a real difference to their health. From antioxidant-rich fruits to nutrient-dense seeds and calming herbs, there’s so much in nature that can support your furry friend’s wellbeing.
Here’s a breakdown of some of our favourite superfoods and why they’re worth adding to your dog’s bowl:
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🫐 Blueberries – Antioxidant rich, Immune support, Brain health
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🌱 Pepita Seeds (ground) – Nutrient dense, Heart support, Muscle health
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🫘 Green Beans – Fibre boost, Heart health, Bone strength
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🥕 Carrots – Eye health, Immune boost, Skin support
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🥦 Broccoli – Detox support, Immune boost, Bone health
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🌸 Cauliflower – Digestive support, Immune boost, Brain health
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🧄 Garlic (tiny safe amounts) – Immune support, Heart health, Anti-microbial
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🌿 Thyme – Digestive aid, Anti-microbial, Respiratory support
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🟠 Turmeric – Anti-inflammatory, Joint support, Brain health
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🌊 Spirulina – Detox support, Protein rich, Immune boost
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🌱 Hemp Seed Oil – Heart health, Joint support, Skin nourishment
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🌼 Chamomile – Calming effect, Sleep support, Digestive aid
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🥩 Beef Mince – Protein packed, Muscle support, Energy boost
These ingredients work beautifully together to create a meal that supports immunity, joint health, digestion, and overall vitality.
🍲 Recipe: Superfood Bowl for a 10kg Dog
This recipe is designed as a nutritious topper or part of a fresh meal for a medium-sized dog (~10kg). Always introduce new foods slowly, and adjust portions depending on activity level, age, and whether you’re feeding alongside kibble, freeze-dried, or raw meals.
Ingredients:
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100g beef mince (lightly cooked or raw if your dog is used to raw feeding) 🥩
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30g steamed carrot 🥕
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20g steamed broccoli 🥦
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20g steamed cauliflower 🌸
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20g chopped green beans 🫘
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1 tsp blueberries (mashed) 🫐
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1 tsp ground pepita seeds 🌱
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Pinch of turmeric 🟠
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Pinch of thyme 🌿
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1/8 tsp finely minced raw garlic 🧄 (optional & in safe moderation)
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1/4 tsp spirulina powder 🌊
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1 tsp hemp seed oil 🌱
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Chamomile tea (cooled, unsweetened) 🌼 – splash for calming effect
Instructions:
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Lightly steam the carrot, broccoli, cauliflower, and green beans until tender but not mushy.
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Cook or serve the beef mince raw (depending on your dog’s regular diet).
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Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
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Drizzle hemp seed oil on top, sprinkle with spirulina, and stir through.
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Add a spoon of cooled chamomile tea if you’d like a soothing touch.
Portion note: This recipe makes about one meal for a 10kg dog or two toppers to mix through their usual food.