Best Bone Broth for Dogs & Cats UK: The Complete Guide
How to choose the best bone broth for your dog or cat: what to look for on the label, why two-in-one beats a single-ingredient topper, how much to give, and easy ways to serve it.
In this guide
A spoonful of bone broth on their dinner is one of the easiest ways to make a bowl more tempting. But pet toppers vary a lot, and many only do one job. Here’s how to choose a good one, and why we made ours do two.
The quick answer
- Choose a bone broth made for pets: human-grade, no salt, no onion or garlic.
- Most toppers only add protein. Look for one that supports their gut too.
- Serve it by their weight, and introduce it gradually.
One topper, two jobs
Most toppers add protein and flavour. If you also want to support your pet’s digestion, that usually means buying a second product. Ours does both in one scoop.
What’s in one scoop
Single-ingredient topper vs two-in-one
| Single-ingredient topper | Honest + Good Pets | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | Yes | Yes, high in protein |
| Collagen | Usually | Yes (type II in chicken, I and III in beef) |
| Prebiotic fibre for the gut | No | Yes, high in chicory root fibre |
| Electrolytes | Varies | Naturally contains them |
| Human-grade | Varies | Yes |
| Servings per pouch | Often 40 or fewer | Up to 50, about 40p a serving |
| Products you need | Two, for both jobs | One |
Same protein boost, plus gut support, and more servings in every pouch. One scoop simply does more.
What to look for in a pet bone broth
Human bone broths are often seasoned. Salt, onion and garlic aren’t right for dogs and cats.
The same quality you’d eat yourself, not leftover by-products.
Prebiotic fibre feeds the good bacteria in their gut, so you don’t need a second product.
Look for protein per 100g on the label, not just “with chicken”.
Free-range chicken and grass-fed British beef.
A powder you can sprinkle, or mix into a warm broth.
One pouch for the whole household.
How much to give
For sensitive tummies, start small and build up over a couple of days. Always leave fresh water out. Each pouch makes up to 50 servings.
Easy ways to use it
- As a topper: sprinkle it straight over their food.
- As a warm broth: mix 1 tbsp with 100ml hot water, then let it cool.
- As a frozen treat: try our Pupsicles or these homemade frozen dog treats.
- For a reluctant drinker: see Dog not drinking water?
Which one should you choose?
Grass-fed British beef · high in protein
Type I and III collagen Pets Chicken + Prebiotic
Free-range chicken · high in protein
Type II collagen
Frequently asked questions
Is bone broth good for dogs?
It’s a tasty way to add protein, collagen and moisture to their bowl. Ours also adds prebiotic fibre to support healthy digestion. More in Bone broth for dogs.
Can cats have bone broth?
Yes, as long as it’s made for pets. Both of ours are suitable for cats. See Can cats have bone broth?
Can I give my pet human bone broth?
Better not. Human broths are often seasoned, and salt, onion and garlic aren’t suitable for pets. Our pet broths have no added salt or herbs.
Will it help a fussy eater?
A sprinkle on dry food is one of the easiest ways to make dinner more tempting.
Why add prebiotic fibre?
Prebiotic fibre feeds the good bacteria in their gut. Building it into the broth means one scoop gives them protein, collagen and gut support, so you don’t need a second product.
Chicken or beef?
Both work. Many owners pick based on what their pet already loves, or rotate between the two.
Do I need to ask my vet?
If your pet has a health condition or a special diet, check with your vet before adding anything new.
The bottom line
Choose a bone broth made for pets, with human-grade ingredients and no salt, onion or garlic. Ours does two jobs in one scoop: protein for the bowl, prebiotic fibre for the gut.
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Related reading
- Bone broth for dogs: is it safe, and how much should you give?
- Can cats have bone broth?
- Homemade frozen dog treats: eight easy ideas
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