Feeding Dog and Horse Supplements? How, how much, when, and why natural herbs are your first line of support.

One of the most common questions we get is: “How do I actually feed supplements to my dog or horse?” The good news: it’s easier than you think. Whether you’ve got a picky pup or a finicky horse, there are simple (and even fun!) ways to make sure they get the nutrition they need.

🐾 5 Ways to Feed Canine Supplements

1. Hide Them in Treats

Slip your dog’s supplements inside soft treats like cheese, peanut butter, or a store-bought pill pocket. This works especially well for powders, capsules, or oils. Dogs think they’re getting a reward, not their daily nutrition boost!

Example: Mix a scoop of Joint & Muscle powder into a ball of peanut butter, roll it up, and let your pup enjoy.

2. Mix with Their Regular Food

Adding supplements directly to your dog’s kibble or raw meals is one of the easiest approaches. Just sprinkle the powder on top or stir it in for even distribution.

Example: Blend Itchies & Scratchies powder into your dog’s dinner to keep allergy symptoms at bay without them even noticing.

3. Sprinkle as a Topper

If your dog loves variety, turn their supplements into a “meal topper.” Lightly dust their food with the supplement so it feels like a tasty upgrade.

Example: Sprinkle Brewer's Yeast over their kibble for digestive support—like seasoning their dinner with something special.

4. Use Enrichment Toys

Puzzle feeders, lick mats, and Kong toys are great for enrichment and getting supplements into your dog. Mix the supplement with something sticky (like yogurt or pumpkin puree), spread it inside, and let them lick it clean.

Example: Fill a Kong with Hemp Protein Fibre + pumpkin puree for a nutrient-rich snack.

5. Make Homemade Treat Moulds

Get creative! Mix supplements into no-bake or frozen treat recipes. Pour into silicone moulds, freeze, and serve as healthy snacks.

Example: Blend GloCoat powder with plain yogurt, freeze into paw-shaped moulds, and serve on a hot day.

🐴 4 Ways to Feed Equine Supplements

1. Top-Dress on Hay or Grain

The classic method: simply sprinkle supplements over your horse’s regular feed. Many horses eat them right up when mixed with something familiar.

Example: Add Electrolytes to grain after a workout for easy replenishment.

2. Moisten Grain to Help Powders Stick

If powders tend to fall to the bottom of the bucket, dampen grain with a little water, oil, or apple cider vinegar first. This helps supplements stick evenly to each bite.

Example: Mix Raspberry Leaf powder into slightly moistened oats so every mouthful is balanced.

3. Mix with a Sweet Treat

Horses with a sweet tooth are easier to please. Blend supplements with molasses, applesauce, or soaked beet pulp to mask new tastes and textures.

Example: Hide Moody Mare powder in a beet pulp mash before competitions.

4. Administer Directly with a Syringe

For horses that refuse feed-based methods, mix supplements with a bit of water or applesauce and use a dosing syringe. It’s fast, direct, and ensures they get the full serving.

Example: Give Garlic powder + water in a syringe before turnout for fly season protection.

Every dog and horse is different. Some need a little creativity (hello, peanut butter and molasses lovers), while others eat their supplements without hesitation.

Try a few of these methods and see what works best for your animal!