A well-balanced diet for your furry friend contains a mixture of protein and carbohydrates. Since the introduction of processed dog food in the early 1900s, poultry by-products have been used in dry and moist dog foods. This makes chicken livers a great choice for an added treat or topping to spruce up your pet’s meal.
Step 1
Wash the chicken livers under cool water. This helps remove any debris from packaging.
Step 2
Place up to 10 livers in a medium-sized pot and cover them with about 1 inch cool water.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over high heat on the stove. Simmer the livers on low for about 15 minutes until they are tender.
Step 4
Remove the pot from the heat. Drain the water and allow the livers to cool on a plate.
Step 5
Dice the livers and serve them to your pooch. Only feed him two or three at a time, once or twice a week.
Warnings
Chicken livers are high in vitamins A, C and iron, so only feed them to your dog as a treat. Do not fry them; the added grease may cause stomach upset.
Tips
Store the cooked livers covered in the refrigerator up to a week.
Items You Will Need
- Medium pot
- Plate
References
Tips
- Store the cooked livers covered in the refrigerator up to a week.
Warnings
- Chicken livers are high in vitamins A, C and iron, so only feed them to your dog as a treat. Do not fry them; the added grease may cause stomach upset.
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