To make rice for dogs, heat 2 cups of water in a large saucepan. Once boiling, add 1 cup of plain white rice to the water and put the lid on. Wait for the water to start boiling again, then turn down the heat to simmer. Leave the rice to cook, with the lid on, for 15 to 18 minutes.
How much rice do I give my dog?
Simply boil or steam the rice until tender and do not add any butter, salt or seasonings (keep the fried rice for yourself). If you're feeding rice as an extra, feed no more than about a quarter cup for a large dog and just a tablespoon or two for a smaller dog.
How long do you boil rice for dogs?
Fill a pot with water and bring to a strong boil. Add the rice and let it cook for about 20 minutes or according to package instructions. Your dog probably won't mind whether it is a little overcooked, but it is important not to give them undercook rice as it can expand internally.
What can I add to white rice for my dog?
After the first day, add a couple of tablespoons of plain yogurt to the rice at feeding time. Yogurt is full of good stuff for your dog's digestive tract. Or you can add boiled turkey or hamburger to the rice. Boiling the meat gets rid of the fat that would otherwise prolong your dog's problem.
What can I mix with rice to feed my dog?
Since rice is easily digestible and also contains nutrients it can help soothe your dog's gut and start his recovery. “Mix some cooked rice in with cooked lean meat like chicken or lean ground beef in a 50:50 mix to help give your dog a chance to recover,” Dempsey says.
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