Why do homemade dog diets need calcium?
Homemade diets that do not contain raw meaty bones may lack sufficient calcium. Calcium plays an important role in supporting healthy bones, teeth and overall body function.
Why use Better Bones instead of synthetic calcium?
Many pet owners prefer natural bone-derived calcium sources as part of a minimally processed and whole food feeding philosophy.
Can I use Better Bones with cooked homemade diets?
Yes. Better Bones may be added to cooked fresh food diets to help support calcium balance.
Is Better Bones popular amongst raw feeders in Singapore?
Yes. Better Bones is popular amongst pet owners in Singapore preparing homemade and raw diets who are looking for a convenient natural calcium source to help balance fresh feeding routines.
Is Better Bones a complete multivitamin?
No. Better Bones is designed specifically as a calcium and mineral support supplement and should be used as part of a balanced diet plan.
Is Four Leaf Rover Better Bones suitable for cats?
Better Bones may be used in homemade diets for cats when appropriately balanced, but feeding requirements differ between dogs and cats. Always consult a qualified pet nutrition professional when formulating homemade feline diets.
Where do you get your bones from?
Better Bones is simply dried bone from New Zealand pastured beef. All cattle are tested free of BSE.
Can’t I just give my dog eggshells for calcium?
While both Better Bones and eggshells are a great source of calcium, eggshells don't contain other minerals, especially phosphorus.
Because Better Bones is just dried bones, it contains the ideal calcium to phosphorus ratio of 2:1, just like real bones. Better Bones is also rich in magnesium, zinc and vitamin D, as well as bone growth factors and collagen.
Eggshells will not meet AAFCO’s nutritional requirements for any diet over 10% fat, or for puppies and pregnant dogs, while Better Bones can be fed with higher fat diets and is safe for all life stages.
Better Bones is bones made better.
Can I give Better Bones to my puppy?
Better Bones is suitable for all life stages.
It contains all the natural minerals, growth factors and vitamin D found in real bone. These are all the essentials to look for in a good bone product for your dog.
Can Better Bones help with joints?
Better Bones helps to maintain proper joint nutrition. It also helps build and maintain healthy bones and teeth.