Kibble alone is not enough to keep your dog healthy. Actually, kibble isn’t great for your dog, but for sake of expense and convenience, it is the #1 choice of food for dog owners to purchase. 

 Cancer plays a large roll in veterinarian care with:  

• 23% of all dogs dying of cancer
• 45% of dogs over 10 years old dying of cancer
• and some breeds having a 65% chance of dying of cancer

While foods and treats full of dyes and preservatives aren’t the only reason that dogs end up sick, or with cancer, they are one of the main reasons. By providing healthy whole foods alongside of your dog’s current meals, you can help boost his health!

Top 8 Foods to Feed Your Dog

Coconut Oil

Fatty acids boost the immune system, help with weight management, and combat allergies in dogs. You may even find him a bit smarter after adding coconut oil to his diet, as it effects cognitive function! You can simply feed your pup straight from the spoon with this one (or add a spoonful to his food).

Cabbage

Cook up some cabbage and serve it overtop of your dog’s food once a week or so. Cabbage has antioxidants that boost the immune system and may help prevent certain cancers. It can cause gas when given too often, so feel it out for your furbaby.

Broccoli

While healthy raw, broccoli is easier to digest and less of a choking hazard when cooked first. There is a high amount of fiber and vitamins in broccoli, but very few calories, making it an overall winner of a treat!

Cantaloupe

A melon like cantaloupe that is water-based, high in fiber, and contains a list of vitamins is a great treat for your dog. It is anti-inflammatory as well as delicious! Watch out for loose stool if your furbaby eats too much, though.

Carrots

Carrots contain the beloved Vitamin A that is important for a body to be able to fight off illness. There are a handful of other wonderful vitamins and minerals inside of carrots, too. Your dog’s skin and eyesight will all thank you for this treat - raw or cooked.

Celery

Hand over a celery stalk a few times a week to help keep your furbaby healthy. It’s great to prevent tarter build up on his teeth and contains the vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and K (along with potassium, fiber, and iron)!

Blueberries

A known superfood, blueberries contain antioxidants and Vitamins C and K. They slow down the aging process while helping to prevent colon cancer and heart disease. A handful of blueberries, fresh and raw will be a loved treat!

Cranberries

Another superfood, cranberries have the power of regenerating cells faster. They are also a great treatment for a UTI. Consider feeding them raw, but if your furbaby isn’t a fan, pick up a powder or capsule version instead.