[GrouchoBarks]

My friend’s dog is staying with me in a few weeks while he is out of town. The dog eats only boiled chicken and rice. He says he will provide me with the supplies to make the food, but I’m not sure this is a balanced diet for the dog in the long term. My friend says the dog started on this diet when they were sick, and they haven’t been able to get her to switch back to kibble. I’m not going to make a change to her diet, she’ll only be with me a few days. But I think he needs some help with this. Any advice on how to get a dog to eat dog food over boiled chicken?

[Danielle DeGroot]

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My friend’s dog is staying with me in a few weeks while he is out of town. The dog eats only boiled chicken and rice. He says he will provide me with the supplies to make the food, but I’m not sure this is a balanced diet for the dog in the long term. My friend says the dog started on this diet when they were sick, and they haven’t been able to get her to switch back to kibble. I’m not going to make a change to her diet, she’ll only be with me a few days. But I think he needs some help with this. Any advice on how to get a dog to eat dog food over boiled chicken?

Hi @GrouchoBarks, boiled chicken and rice taste great, and both are safe for dogs, but dogs need more nutrients in their diet to stay healthy. Perhaps your friend can start adding some fresh veggies and fruits like carrots, apples, spinach, peas, green beans, and sweet potatoes can add these healthy nutrients. However, because this is not your dog, and you don’t know the full medical history or reasons behind why the dog is on this diet, it’s not wise for you to change anything. Feed your friend’s pup the chicken and rice, but ask him why the dog has this diet, and suggest he talk to his vet to be sure this pup gets a balanced, healthy diet. We have an excellent recipe for chicken and rice that can help you while this pup is in your care. Best of luck!

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