Do you always feel unbearable watching your pets drooling over human food? Or feeling sorry for feeding dry food in every meal? Human food is usually dangerous to pets. However, if handled properly, many ingredients without seasoning can also be delicious and nutritious to dogs and cats by using basic cooking methods such as boiling and steaming. Let's see what can you cook for your furkids to satisfy their appetite!
Edible meat for cats and dogs
Chicken
Chicken is rich in high-quality protein, it contains a variety of amino acids, carbohydrates, vitamin A, vitamin B complex, calcium, phosphorus, iron and copper, etc which are very suitable for cats and dogs. Note that the fat content of chicken skin is very high, so it is best not to give it to your furkids. Also, when handling chicken, remember to remove the bones so as not to stab cats and dogs in the stomach.
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Beef
Cats and dogs can eat beef. Rich iron can be found in beef, it can prevent iron-deficiency anemia. It also contains protein, vitamin A, vitamin B complex, amino acids, carbohydrates, and other nutrients for pets. To Chinese medicine, beef is neutral. However, beef is thick in fiber and contains a lot of cholesterol. Remember to remove the fat, and mince it, so your furkids can digest the meat easily. In addition, beef is red meat. Compared with chicken, it is "more poisonous" and has a higher risk of causing allergies or chronic inflammation.
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Mutton
Mutton is a tonic gift for furkids with a deficiency constitution. It contains a variety of nutrients such as protein, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin E, iron, calcium, phosphorus, niacin, lysine, arginine, and calcium. It can be supplement nutrition for cats and dogs. However, mutton is warm, it is considered as heat from the Chinese medicine perspective. Although it can help to replenish qi, it is not suitable for furkids with hot constitutions.
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Salmon
Salmon is easier to digest and absorb compared to chicken, beef and mutton. The unsaturated fat contained in salmon is beneficial to the brain, it can activate nerve cells of cats and dogs. DHA can help brain development, delay brain and eye decline; EPA can reduce vascular inflammation and prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases; Omega 3 can help make their hair smooth and shiny. However, fish bones and bones must be removed, so they won't stab or get stuck in the throat and esophagus of cats and dogs. In addition, although fish contains a lot of taurines that are necessary for cats in daily use, at the same time, excessive intake of unsaturated fatty acids will destroy vitamin E in the body and cause "yellow fat disease". You need to be careful about the absorbing amount.
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Duck
Compared with other meats, duck meat is relatively low in cholesterol and fat. The rich unsaturated fatty acids contained in it can prevent heart disease, protect blood vessels, lower cholesterol, have antioxidant effects, and can also strengthen skin and joints. In addition, duck meat is also rich in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, vitamin E, and minerals, which can supplement iron to prevent anemia. It is also hypoallergenic, suitable for cats and dogs with sensitive stomachs. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, duck meat has the effect of nourishing yin and tonifying deficiency. It is cold in nature and has a therapeutic effect on furkids with heat or inflammation.
Pork
Chinese medicine believes that pork is neutral, and has the functions of benefiting yin and moisturizing dryness, nourishing deficiency and strengthening the body. The chance of cats suffering from allergies when they eat pork is also lower than eating beef and chicken. Pork is also rich in thiamine (vitamin B1), protein, amino acids, calcium, phosphorus, iron, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, etc., which can be the nutrition supplement of cats and dogs. However, pork is relatively fat, the fat content and calories are high. Furkids who have obesity problems and need to lose weight should not eat it.
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Edible vegetables for dogs
Cats are omnivorous and carnivorous. The nutrients they need mainly come from meat, and they are usually picky on food, so if you want them to enjoy fresh food, it is better to feed them fresh meat first. Dogs are omnivores, and they are more gluttonous. You can try feeding the following vegetables.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin is a good anti-cancer and antioxidant food. The beta-carotene, vitamins C and E contained in it can inhibit the growth of cancer cells. beta-carotene can also help protect the heart and blood system. For dogs with weak stomachs, pumpkin can help gastrointestinal motility, aid digestion, and maintain intestinal health.
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Broccoli
There is rich fiber in broccoli that aids indigestion. Also, it contains potassium, calcium, and vitamin C, which provide antioxidants, reduce inflammation, repair skin, and maintain a healthy heart and eyes. However, eating large amounts of broccoli can lead to an enlarged goiter, so be careful with the portion size.
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Carrot
Eating more carrots can improve immunity and improve anemia. Carrots contain high nutrients including vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, folic acid, calcium, carotene, and dietary fiber.
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Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, vitamin A and vitamin C, which help maintain heart health and antioxidant.
Goji Berry
Goji berries have the effect of improving eyesight for humans, are also useful for dogs. It is rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, iron, amino acids and antioxidants, which can lower cholesterol, lower blood sugar, improve eyesight, anti-fatty liver, anti-atherosclerosis, and enhance immunity. Dogs are particularly beneficial especially in delaying aging and improving organ decline.
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| Meat for cats and dogs | Vegetables for dogs |
|---|---|
| Chicken | Pumpkin |
| Beef | Broccoli |
| Mutton | Carrot |
| Salmon | Sweet Potato |
| Duck | Goji Berry |
| Pork |
In General, the above foods are beneficial and harmless, but you must pay attention to the amount of feeding. Every pet has a different physical condition, some furkids' stomachs may be particularly sensitive, or have other physical problems. Before feeding It is best to consult a veterinarian first. In addition, the nutrition that cats and dogs need to maintain their health is very complicated. Dog food and cat food are carefully calculated. If you intend to replace the main meal with homemade fresh food, you must seek the advice of a veterinarian or a nutritionist.
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