Apple for Dogs

Apple is one of those raw materials that many dog parents initially know mainly from their own kitchen and then find, somewhat surprised, in the ingredients list of their dog's food. Rightly so: the crunchy fruit provides valuable fibre, vitamins and a natural sweetness that rounds off many recipes. We explain what makes apple a raw material, why it can be interesting for dogs and how NANDOO uses it.

What is apple?

The apple is one of the best-known types of pomaceous fruit and has long been valued in animal nutrition too. For processing in dog food, the flesh is dried or processed directly and mixed into the recipe, usually as dried flakes or as fruit purée.

Its nutritional profile makes it particularly valuable: apple contains pectin, a soluble fibre, plus vitamin C and various secondary plant compounds. It is this combination of fibre and vitamins that makes apple a popular natural component of balanced recipes.

Why apple for dogs?

Pectin binds water in the gut and so contributes to regular digestion. At the same time, apple brings a mild, natural sweetness to the food, with no added sugar whatsoever. For dogs who like to nibble, dried apple is also a pleasant texture in the bowl. It is important to us to give an honest statement here: apple is a valuable raw material, but no substitute for a balanced overall recipe, and it is therefore always used as one building block among several.

Apple is particularly valued for the following:

• Digestion, thanks to the fibre it contains
• Taste, thanks to the mild, natural sweetness
• Variety in the bowl, especially for dogs with a rather modest appetite

Apple at NANDOO

At NANDOO, apple is part of several dry food recipes. It matters to us that you, as a dog parent, can follow exactly what ends up in the bowl: at NANDOO, apple is named openly in the ingredients list, not hidden behind collective terms. This way, you always know which product it is in and in what form.

We also make sure that apple is sensibly integrated into the respective recipe, rather than simply serving as a marketing add-on on the packaging. If you are specifically looking for recipes with apple, you will find a selection in our wet food range.

Apple is therefore a good example of how a single, natural raw material can be integrated purposefully and thoughtfully into a balanced recipe for your dog. You can find more such raw materials and their significance for canine nutrition in our raw materials glossary.