When it comes to adding a topper to your dog's meal, there is nothing as simple and nutrient dense than the humble egg.

Even on a complete and balanced diet, adding the occasional egg to your pet's bowl will provide a nutritional boost contributing to immunity support, a beautiful, shiny coat and strong muscles.

The benefits of eggs

Eggs may be small but what they pack in nutrient wise is mighty! Here are just some of the Vitamins and minerals eggs provide our dogs and cats!

  • Vitamin A: supports bone health, immunity and vision.
  • Selenium: supports metabolism and aids thyroid function.
  • Riboflavin & Vitamin B12: helps boost enzyme function.
  • Thiamine: helps regulate energy and improve nervous system function.
  • Omega-3 fatty acids: support skin, heart and kidney health.

How many eggs is too many eggs?

As with everything we supplement our pet's diet with, moderation with eggs is key.

Medium sized dogs can have one normal sized chicken or duck egg a day. If using quail eggs, this can be 1-2 eggs a day.

It is recommended that cats only have a portion of a normal sized chicken or duck egg a day. As quail eggs are smaller, you can feed cats one of these per day.

Eggs are also super versatile when being added to their diet. Here are just four simple and easy ways for your dog to eat eggs!

Eggs: four ways!

Runny (Raw) Eggs

If you're looking for a really simple way to add eggs into their diet then look no further than just a raw egg topper.

Just crack an egg into their bowl and serve for a runny, yummy treat. It is that easy!

You can even crush up the eggshell and add to their bowl for a boost of calcium an egg-stra crunch.

If feeding a raw egg, we always recommend using organic or Red Lion eggs.

Scrambled Eggs

Whisk up an egg in a microwave safe container and cook for 30 seconds. Once cooled you can add this as a topper to their meal.

For added mental stimulation, you can mash the egg into a lick mat or whisk the egg directly onto a microwave safe lick mat.

Scrambled eggs are also perfect to boost the appetite of fussy eaters or those recovering from surgery.

Crumbly Eggs

Preheat your oven at the lowest temperature setting (50-70°C).

Whisk some eggs into a bowl and then pour the mixture onto a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper.

Place in the oven for 8-10 hours with the door slightly ajar.

Once the egg mixture has been fully dried by the oven heat and cooled, you can add the dried egg on top of your dog's food or even use it as a treat.

You can also add the crumbly egg mixture to a blender for powdered egg which can be used as a topper!

Doggy "Deviled" Eggs

Roast carrots, parsnips or butternut squash until super soft, mash then leave to cool.

Beat some eggs into a bowl and add your roasted vegetable mash, the mix together.

This eggy veggie mix can then be added into a stuff able enrichment food toy! This can also be frozen for an extra challenge.

Can cats eat eggs?

Yes!

Our feline friends don't need to miss out on eating eggs and they will also benefit from the nutrition eggs provide.

Notoriously fussy, we recommend scrambled eggs or crumbly eggs as a topper for cats. However you may find that your cat enjoys the occasional raw whisked egg.

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