Don’t throw away your eggshell. Did you know eggshells are a significant source of calcium carbonate for your dogs? Easily make an Eggshell Calcium Supplement for Dogs.
Did you know eggshells are a significant source of calcium for your dog? By saving your eggshells and grinding them for you can provide your dogs with an outrageous amount of calcium.
I like to give my dogs eggs with their meals. I crack an egg over their kibble, with homemade meat toppers about twice a week. Feeding your dog an egg is great for their skin and coats. It’s basically a natural multivitamin.
Almost everyone uses eggs in the kitchen. I buy my eggs from a local farmer so I know my eggs are chemical-free.
Once I’ve cracked the eggs, I wash them and let them dry. I then put them back into an egg carton until I have at least a dozen or more eggs stored.
Types of Eggs to use for Eggshell Powder
I don't recommend using store-bought eggshells for my dogs.
Store-bought eggshells are cleaned with chemical sanitizer to remove bacteria. Not something I want my dogs to eat.
If you must use store-bought eggshells, place them into the oven at 400° degrees for about 20 minutes to kill off any chemicals on the eggshells.
What is Eggshell Powder?
Eggshells are made up of about 95% calcium carbonate. This calcium is essential for a dog's mineral for bone, enzyme, and muscle health.
Calcium carbonate helps to prevent and treat osteoporosis, which is a low density, porous bone disease.
Eggshells as calcium carbonate also contain magnesium, sodium, potassium, and phosphorous to protect and enhance your dog's health.
How to make Eggshell Calcium Powder
Once you’ve used the inside of the eggs, place them into the egg container to store the shells.
1. Rinse the eggshells in water.
2. Boil the eggshells in a pot of water for about 10 minutes. This will destroy any harmful bacteria or pathogens that may live on the outside of the shells.
3. Remove the shells from the water and lay them out to dry for approximately 4 hours.
4. Place them onto a cookie sheet and into the oven at 200° degrees for about 10 minutes to dry the eggshells.
5. Place your eggshells into your Nutri bullet or your Blender. Blend until it turns into a fine powder-like substance.
6. Store your calcium powder in an air-tight container and store it in the refrigerator. I can store this for up to two months.
How much Eggshell Calcium Powder should I feed my dog?
You’ll want to check with your veterinarian on how many eggshells calcium supplement for dogs to feed. Basically, these are the guidelines according to the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) for dogs.
- Puppies need about 3 grams of calcium.
- Adult dogs need 1.25 grams of calcium.
I give my 20 lb. Goldendoodle Ruby about ยฝ teaspoon.
My 60 lb. Labrador Retriever, Callie gets about 1 teaspoon.
I mix the powder into their kibble or their kibble with real food toppings.
Free Printable Eggshell Calcium Supplement for Dogs
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Eggshell Calcium Supplement for Dogs
Easily make a calcium supplement for your dogs by crushing eggshells.
Ingredients
- 12-24 eggs
Instructions
1. Rinse the eggshells in water.
2. Boil the eggshells in a pot of water for about 10 minutes. This will destroy any harmful bacteria or pathogens that may live on the outside of the shells.
3. Remove the shells from the water and lay them out to dry for approximately 4 hours.
4. Place them onto a cookies sheet and into the oven at 200° degrees for about 10 minutes to dry the eggshells.
5. Place your eggshells into your Nutri bullet or your Blender. Blend until it turns into a fine powder like substance.
6. Store your calcium powder in an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator. I can store this for up to two months.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 72Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 71mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 6g
This is completely dependent on how many eggs. Egg Size and type of egg used.
Sveta says
I have to note, that placing an egg shell into a oven will not kill chemicals but only bacteria.
Sveta says
I have to note, that placing an egg shell into an oven will not kill chemicals but only bacteria.
Gaby says
1/2 a tea spoon per day? Or per meal x 3?