Unleashing the Healthy Life: The Incredible Benefits of Oats for Dogs

Unleashing the Healthy Life: The Incredible Benefits of Oats for Dogs

 As dog owners, we are always on the lookout for the best diet to keep our furry friends healthy and happy. One food staple that's gaining recognition in the canine world is a humble grain - oats. Just as they do wonders for human digestion and heart health, oats have numerous benefits for dogs. But are they just another trend, or is there some truth behind the claims?

 

A Bowl of Nutritional Goodness: Oats

Oats are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with essential nutrients such as dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So, what makes oats a great food addition for our canine companions? Here are some of the key benefits:

Improving Digestion: The rich fiber content in oats aids digestion, helping prevent constipation, bloating, and other digestive issues in dogs. They're also beneficial for dogs with bowel irregularities, providing the necessary roughage to create bulk that stimulates bowel movements.[1]

Boosting Heart Health: Chock-full of antioxidants, oats help promote heart health. They contain avenanthramides[6], antioxidants unique to oats, which are known to lower blood pressure levels by increasing the production of nitric acid. This gas molecule helps dilate blood vessels, leading to better blood flow. Oats are enriched with beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that is known for its cholesterol-reducing properties, also supporting cardiovascular health in dogs.[2,3]

Fueling Energy: Oats are rich in carbs, providing a steady release of energy. This makes them an excellent treat choice for active dogs who need that extra boost of vitality.

Skin and Coat Health: Thanks to the rich concentration of Vitamin B and other essential minerals in oats, they possess the ability to nourish your dog's skin and coat. Consistent intake can result in a more radiant and healthier coat. [4,6]

Promoting Immunity: Did you know that oats have immune-boosting properties too? They are rich in antioxidants which help to reinforce the immune system, keeping your furry buddy robust and resilient. [5]

.

A Bite into the Science of Oats and Dogs

While the benefits of oats for humans are well-documented, can we say the same for our four-legged friends? Numerous scientific studies suggest oats are not only suitable but also beneficial for dogs.

A research collaboration between Tufts University and The Nutro Company indicates that dogs could digest cooked oats more comfortably than many other types of grains. The study concludes that oats provide a superior nutritional profile per calorie which outweighs other cereal grains, making them an excellent choice for dogs. 

This mirrors earlier research published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice, suggesting that oats could protect gut health in dogs, primarily by feeding the beneficial bacteria in the gut – a factor essential for overall wellbeing. (sources not publicly available)

 

Our exploration into the benefits of oats for dogs shows us that this humble grain is more than just a breakfast staple – it's a superfood waiting to be integrated into our pets' diets safely.

Whether it be for better digestion, heart health, or a much-needed energy boost, oats serve up a host of benefits for our canine companions. To bring about a positive change in your dog's life, it might be time to consider treats containing oats!

Please check directly with your vet before making any major changes to your dog's diet. It's always important to ensure nutritional changes are suitable for your pet's specific health condition and lifestyle.

Oat-standing stuff! Mutt Mallows, Pup-PIE, Pup-PIE & Ice Cream Inspired Slices & select Treat them with Love cookies!

Looking to treat your dog to a gourmet experience that is also health-packed? Lazy Dog's got you covered! With the majority of our treats containing either rolled oats or oat flour make your pups treat time pawty time! We offer a wide array of oat-infused treats, from our soft baked Mutt Mallows®️, to our celebratory Pup-PIE’s®️Pup-PIE & Ice Cream Inspired Slices dripping with flavor and select flavors of our Treat them with Love®️ crunchy cookies!

 

Acknowledgements:

Swipe to see our Collections of All Natural Dog Treats & PAWty kits! ➡️

The Original Pup-PIE's®

We added REAL fruit sprinkles to our dairy free frosting for an even tastier, nutritious treat for your pup! Vegan made, soft, chewy & oven baked with oats, peanut butter, pumpkin and gooey molasses and seasoned with cinnamon and ginger, these fruit forward pies for your furry furiends will have them celebrating all year long! There's a PupPIE®️ for every occasion! 🎉

Mutt Mallows®

These oven baked treats are soft, crumbly and smell oh so amazing! Having all natural, simple ingredients and packed with antioxidant rich honey, they're sure to be a hit with even the pickiest treat connoisseurs!

Treat them with LOVE®

Crunchy, wholesome, oven baked YUM! Our most limited ingredient treat, only 5-6 per treat, including antioxidant rich pumpkin. Complete with grain free options, there's something for every pup to enjoy!

Horse Bitscuits™️

Have some 4 hoofed friends? We've got treats for them too! All natural, limited ingredient with NO added sugar. If rumors around the stables are true, these Cherry Vanilla Peppermint Horse Bitscuits™️ are "whinnyng"!

Benefitting:
Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation 🐴💕

Pup-PIE® & Ice Cream Slices

Soft & chewy just like our Pup-PIE's and dripping with pie & ice cream inspired flavor! Made with all natural ingredients, they'll have your pup feelin' like it's summer all year round!

Mix it at Home!

Like DIY? Make it yourself at home! Not just for Birthdays! Make a cake or pup-cakes with our Birthday Cake Mix complete with confetti frosting, make them feel like it's their Birthday everyday! Or mix and freeze up our Ice Cream Mix to cool off on a hot day or enjoy snuggled up watching Netflix!

PAWty Pack Bundles

Let's have a PAWty! The perfect pawty pack for your pup! Every pup deserves their very own pawty, complete with a yummy PupPIE®️! Boy and Girl options available!