Taranaki Bio Extracts supplies beef bone broth via the GAP foster programme to support the health of these hounds. A foster programme in an integral part of GAP’s rehoming system and gives hounds a gentle start to their retirement for those who need a little more time to adjust to life outside the racing environment. The hounds who require foster care may be those recovering from health issues, or hounds needing further education to teach them about life as a pet. Up to 30 hounds are in foster care at any one time across the country.
At Taranaki Bio Extracts our natural ingredients and products are made from 100% New Zealand free-range, grass-fed beef cattle – In a world where the sustainable demand for animal protein is increasing, we take an upcycle approach, maximising meaty beef bones to produce our premium range of broths and extracts. These are supplied locally and internationally as b2b ingredients for food manufacturers. Bonefide Gold is our premium brand for pet nutrition, on offer to pet nutrition manufacturers as a human-grade ingredient. Our products provide a New Zealand-natural source of glucosamine, collagen, protein, hydration, and are prepared in a human-grade kitchen facility.
In recent years, bone broth has become particularly popular for pet nutrition as it’s been observed to support with their digestive issues and gut health, ease sore joints, and maintain a healthy immune system and coat.
When consumed by dogs, bone broth is packed with nutrients, making it an effective supplement for a complete and balanced diet. Bone broth contains easily absorbable, hydrating vitamins and minerals that provide the necessary building blocks to boost a dog’s overall health.
While no clinical trials have been completed on the health benefits of bone broth for dogs specifically, recent studies indicate various benefits in humans. Based on the nutritional profiles, beef bone broth may support health and wellness in the following ways – there may be additional benefits that research is yet to uncover:
- Healthy joints – Glucosamine, hyaluronic acid, and chondroitin are among the nutrients found in bone broth, which are especially helpful in strengthening joints and bones. As an excellent source of glucosamine, an amino sugar that helps maintain healthy joints and acts as an anti-inflammatory, this is particularly beneficial for dogs with arthritis.
- Healthy skin & coat – Bone broth is a natural source of collagen, a useful protein for maintaining your dog’s skin and coat, along with strong bones and joints. While a dog’s body already produces collagen, its production rate decreases as your pet ages. Bone broth can support skin conditions, although it’s best to consult with your veterinarian.
- Healthy gut – Bone broth is believed to support good gut health. It also provides amino acids like glutamine and glycine which minimise toxin build-up in the body.
- Healthy digestive system – Bone broth is very easy on the stomach and digestive system, and helps stimulate appetite. Some serve bone broth on kibble or substitute their usual food for bone broth during some meals to stimulate their dog’s appetite.
- Overall conditioning – Bone broth provides extra hydration, along with a pleasant taste that encourages picky dogs to eat. Because bone broth generally contains flavourful ingredients that can prompt hunger and thirst, it is often recommended for dogs suffering from stomach upsets, or senior canines who find it hard to eat. Aside from being easy to consume, the stock normally contains vitamins and minerals to ensure your pet still gets all the necessary nutrients.
To learn more about Bonefide Gold, our human grade broth available for pet nutrition https://taranakibioextracts.com/pet-nutrition-ingredients-range/bonefide-gold-pet-nutrition/
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