Can You Supplement Dog Food With Rice?

Brown rice is a great source of fiber for your dog.

Rice is a popular supplement for the cereal element of dog food. Most commercial dog foods are comprised of a cereal element and a protein element. Adding rice to your dog's diet can improve the texture and nutrient content of the food.

Benefits

Rice is cheap, easy to prepare and healthy. Brown rice is low in fat, high in potassium and aids digestion. It's a great supplement for an overweight dog. It takes a few minutes to cook the rice and can be sprinkled over your dog's wet food.

Preparation

Boil the rice in water for a few minutes and leave to cool. Do not add salt, oil or sauce. Just sprinkle the rice on your dog's food or mix it in. You can increase the ratio of rice to meat if you want to reduce your dog's caloric intake.

Recipe Ideas

As well as adding rice to commercial food, you can use it to make your own dog food. Rice goes well with cooked turkey and, along with some lukewarm gravy, it forms a delicious alternative to tinned food. Rice also can be mixed with butcher's offal as a fiber source.

References

• Well Vet: Feeding Dogs
• Dog Obedience Training Review: Dog Food Recipes

Resources

• Health Mad: The Benefits of Brown Rice