Kibble Toppers: Turning Your Dog’s Bowl into a Five-Star Feast!

Toppers are an easy way to make their food more wholesome and totally irresistible

Allow me to fill you in on one of the best secrets in the dog food world – toppers! Yes, we’re talking about the magical additions that turn plain kibble from “eh, dinner again” to “hold my leash, this is amazing!”. Think of it as the dog version of sprinkles on ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on your hot chocolate.

Let’s dig into the benefits of kibble toppers, the best ways to make them, and a few of my favourite recipes you can whip up in no time. 

Quick Sniffs: Why Use Toppers?

Kibble’s great and all, but sometimes it could use a little oomph. Here’s why a good topper makes all the difference:

• Enhanced Nutrition: Adding fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients gives us the extra boost we need for a shiny coat, boundless energy, and all-around wellness.

• Better Hydration: Toppers add moisture to our meals, which helps keep us hydrated, especially if we’re not big on drinking water (weird, but it happens).

• Excitement & Variety: Imagine having the same meal day after day. Boring, right? Toppers spice things up and keep mealtime fun and exciting.

Perfect for Picky Eaters: If your pup’s a bit of a kibble critic, toppers are a game-changer – we’re suddenly looking at the bowl like it’s a Michelin-star experience!

Digging Deeper: How Often & How Much?

• Frequency: You can add a topper to every meal, or just a few times a week for a special treat.

• Portion Size: A tablespoon or two is usually plenty for small dogs, while medium to large dogs might enjoy up to 1/4 cup of topping.

• Mixing It Up: Rotate through different toppers so we get a variety of nutrients and never get bored. Just remember, less is more – it’s a topper, not a main course!

Just remember, less is more – it’s a topper, not a main course!

Truffle’s 5 Top Toppers

Now, let’s get into the fun part – recipes! Here are a few of my favourite kibble toppers, packed with flavour, nutrients, and a little something extra.

Savoury Chicken & Veggie Mix

A quick, protein-packed topper that’s great for any day of the week!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cooked chicken (shredded)

• 1/4 cup steamed veggies (carrots, peas, green beans etc)

• 1 tablespoon chicken broth (low-sodium)

Instructions

1. Mix It Up: In a small bowl, combine the shredded chicken and veggies. Add the chicken broth for extra moisture and mix until combined.

2. Serve: Spoon a tablespoon or two over your dog’s kibble. Watch them dive in with gusto!

Cat Jealousy Level: High – they’ll pretend they’re not interested, but we all know they wish their food had this level of flavour.

Savoury Chicken & Veggie Mix

Tuna & Green Bean Delight

Perfect for fish-loving pups (and guaranteed to have the cat peeking into your dog’s bowl).

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup canned tuna in water (drained)

• 1/4 cup chopped green beans (steamed)

• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil (for extra coat shine)

Instructions

1. Combine: In a bowl, mix the tuna, green beans, and olive oil until well blended.

2. Top It Off: Add a spoonful or two to your dog’s kibble, mix, and let the fishy goodness do its magic.

Cat Jealousy Level: Through the roof. The smell of tuna is enough to get any feline interested, even if they try to play it cool. Just watch them trying to weasel their way in.

Tuna & Green Bean Delight

Pumpkin & Greek Yoghurt Swirl

A tummy-friendly topper with probiotics to keep things moving smoothly!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup mashed pumpkin (plain, no spices)

• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yoghurt

Instructions

1. Swirl It Together: In a small bowl, mix the pumpkin and yoghurt until you get a creamy swirl.

2. Top the Kibble: Spoon it over your dog’s kibble, and let the pumpkin-y goodness begin.

Cat Jealousy Level: Medium. They may not care for pumpkin, but that yoghurt smell? They’re lurking, guaranteed.

Pumpkin & Greek Yoghurt Swirl

Egg & Spinach Scramble

An egg-cellent breakfast topper for an extra boost of protein!

Ingredients

• 1 egg

• 1/4 cup spinach, chopped

• 1 teaspoon water

Instructions

1. Scramble Away: In a pan, cook the egg and spinach with a teaspoon of water until the egg is fully scrambled.

2. Cool & Serve: Allow to cool, then add a spoonful to your dog’s kibble.

Cat Jealousy Level: Envious but silent. They may pretend to ignore it, but they’re secretly impressed by the breakfast spread.

Egg & Spinach Scramble

And last but not least…
Truffle’s Pièce de Résistance: Superfood Meatballs

Perfect for a powerful protein boost, these meatballs are packed with superfoods to keep us dogs feeling like superheroes. They’re ideal as an occasional topper or special treat, and trust me, these things are so delicious they’ll make the cat stare in silent, green-eyed envy.

Ingredients

• 500 g lean beef mince

• 1 can sardines (drained)

• 50-100 IU vitamin E (for a little extra glow)

• 3/4 cup grated carrot

• 1/2 teaspoon dried, finely crushed eggshell (for calcium)

• 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast (for a flavour kick)

• 1 large egg

Instructions

1. Combine the Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the beef mince, sardines, vitamin E, grated carrot, crushed eggshell, nutritional yeast, and egg until everything is well blended.

2. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into about 20 equally sized meatballs. Go smaller if you’ve got a little pup or want bite-sized toppers.

3. Store: Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to a week, or pop them in the freezer for longer-lasting treats.

Serving Suggestions: Add up to 5 meatballs as a topper or snack, depending on your dog’s size and needs. These are great for an occasional boost of nutrition and flavour!

Cat Jealousy Level: Astronomical. They’re likely to give you the “I was here first” glare, but don’t fall for it.

Truffle’s Superfood Meatballs

And there you have it! Toppers make every meal a feast. Not only are you giving us the nutrition boost we need, but you’re also keeping things exciting. Just remember to mix it up and keep portions balanced.

So, go on – make mealtime a five-star experience! And trust me, every tail wag and happy dance is proof that a little topper goes a long way.
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Hi there, I’m Truffle (aka Truffbear, Truffito, Truffkin, Trufflenose, Baron von Truffy … and a million more. What can I say, my human loves me). I’ve been called a philosopher of sorts, with a keen nose for treats (did someone say chicken?) and a knack for solving the perplexing intricacies of canine-human relations.

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