The Best Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe for Dogs: A Rainy Day Remedy

As the rainy season sets in, it often brings with it a wave of cold and flu symptoms—not just for us humans, but for our canine companions too.

If you notice your dog feeling under the weather, sneezing, or looking a bit down, you might want to consider a warm bowl of chicken soup. Just like it comforts us, chicken soup can provide soothing relief to your dog as well.

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Not only is this hearty broth packed with nutrients, but it's also easy on the stomach and helps to keep your pet hydrated. Plus, this chicken soup recipe is not only good for your furry friend but also safe and delicious for humans too!

Let’s dive into how you can prepare this simple yet nourishing dish that’s bound to make your dog wag their tail with joy.

Recipe:

Preparation Time: 5 Minutes

Cooking Time: 2.5 Hours

Makes: 1 Large Pot (2-3 Litres)

Ingredients:

• 2 potatoes
• 1 carrot
• 3 chicken thigh fillets on the bone (approximately 650g)
• A pinch of salt

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Method:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Start by washing the vegetables thoroughly. Cut the potatoes and carrots into halves. Trim any excess fat from the chicken thigh fillets.

2. Cook the Soup: Place the chicken thighs and prepared vegetables into a large pot. Add a pinch of salt for flavor and cover everything with water. Bring the pot to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and let it simmer for about 2.5 hours. While simmering, occasionally skim off any fat residue that floats to the top with a spoon.

3. Cool and Chop: After simmering, turn off the heat and allow the soup to cool down. Once cooled, remove the vegetables from the soup and dice them into small, manageable pieces for your dog. Then, take the chicken pieces out, carefully remove any bones or gristle, and shred or chop the meat into bite-sized pieces.

4. Combine and Store: Return the chopped vegetables and shredded chicken to the soup. Once everything has completely cooled down, you can store the soup in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a week. Make sure to warm it slightly before serving it to your dog.

Serving Tip: Pour the soup into an ice cube tray and freeze it. These chicken soup cubes make perfect, time-consuming treats for your pet and are especially useful for hot days or when your dog needs a fun distraction.

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