10 Irresistible Homemade Dog Food Recipes That Will Make Your Pup Wag with Joy!
Are you tired of feeding your furry friend the same old kibble every day?
Want to ensure your dog gets the best nutrition without breaking the bank?
Homemade dog food is the latest trend for pet owners and for a good reason. With all the concerns over the quality of commercial dog food, more and more people are switching to homemade diets to feed their dogs and ensure that they are getting all the nutrients they need for a healthy lifestyle. Making homemade dog food is a great way to control what your dog is eating and cater to their specific likes.
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1. Chicken and Rice Delight
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans)
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the brown rice and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the diced chicken until fully cooked.
4. Add the mixed vegetables to the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Combine the chicken and vegetables with the cooked rice in a large mixing bowl.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Lean protein source
- Easy to digest
- Budget-friendly ingredients
Customer Review:
it is the best chicken and rice dog recipe
2. Beef and Sweet Potato Feast
This recipe is packed with protein and fiber and is especially good for athletic dogs. Sweet potato is a good source of vitamins A and C, while beef is an excellent source of amino acids.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of ground beef
- 1 large sweet potato, diced
- 1 cup of spinach, chopped
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the diced sweet potato and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the ground beef until fully browned.
4. Stir-fry the chopped spinach for 5 minutes with the beef.
5. Place the beef and spinach in a large mixing bowl with the cooked sweet potato.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- High in protein
- Rich in vitamins A and C
- Great for active dogs
Customer Review:
‘Having switched to this beef and sweet potato recipe, he has loads of energy and seems happier and healthier as well. What’s more, it’s so cheap to make!’
3. Turkey and Quinoa Medley
Quinoa is a superfood, after all! Here’s a balanced meal for pets that features lean turkey and gives their diet a nutrient boost.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of ground turkey
- 1 cup of quinoa
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans)
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Stir in the quinoa and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the ground turkey until fully cooked.
4. Simmer the combined veggies with the turkey for an extra 5 minutes.
5. Mix the turkey and vegetables with the cooked quinoa in a large bowl.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Superfood quinoa
- Lean protein from turkey
- Balanced nutrition
Customer Review:
‘My vet recommended quinoa for its health benefits and this turkey and quinoa medley is my dog’s favorite. It is easy to make and way cheaper than store-bought options.’
4. Salmon and Spinach Supreme
This salmon and spinach recipe is great to feed your dog for his coat and skin because it is packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Spinach is a great source of iron and antioxidants.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of salmon, diced
- 1 cup of spinach, chopped
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the brown rice and turn the heat back down to a simmer, cooking for 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the diced salmon until fully cooked.
4. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for a further 5 minutes.
5. Combine the salmon and spinach with the cooked rice in a large bowl
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
- Boosts coat and skin health
- High in iron and antioxidants
Customer Review:
And I’ve been making this salmon and spinach recipe ever since. It’s more expensive than other recipes, but my dog has never had a shinier coat and it’s much healthier for him.
5. Lamb and Brown Rice Bonanza
Lamb is a good alternative protein source for dogs with food sensitivities. Pairing it with brown rice results in dog food that is both nutritious and gentle on the stomach.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of ground lamb
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans)
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add rice and brown it, reduce heat to simmer, and cook for 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the ground lamb until fully cooked.
4. Add the vegetable medley to the lamb and cook a further 5 minutes.
5. Transfer the lamb and vegetables to a large mixing bowl and mix with the cooked rice.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Alternative protein source
- Gentle on the stomach
- Suitable for dogs with food sensitivities
Customer Review:
I have a dog with a sensitive tummy, and he could not be more grateful for this lamb and brown rice recipe. His stomach is calm, and his appetite is satisfied.
6. Chicken and Vegetable Stew
This is a chicken stew with carrots, peas, and green beans. It is a complete meal with a high level of nutrition.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans)
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Stir in the brown rice, then turn down the heat to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the diced chicken until fully cooked.
4. Mix the vegetables with the chicken and cook for another 5 mins.
5) Mix chicken and vegetables with cooked rice in large bowl.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Well-rounded meal
- Packed with vegetables
- Easy to make in large batches
Customer Review:
I make this chicken and vegetable stew for my dog all the time! It’s really easy to make in bulk, and he gobbles it right up. It also saves me money – I don’t have to buy the expensive canned stuff anymore.
7. Pork and Apple Delight
Pork is a high-value protein food for dogs that your pet will love. When combined with apples it makes a sweet and savory meal. It is also full of vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of ground pork
- 1 large apple, diced
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Stir in the brown rice and turn the heat down to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the ground pork until fully cooked.
4. Place diced apple in the pork and continue to cook for a further 5 minutes.
5. Mix the pork and apple together with the cooked rice in a big bowl.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Tasty protein source
- Sweet and savory combination
- Packed with vitamins and minerals
Customer Review:
My dog loves it. It has pork and apple in it and that’s her favorite. It’s got all the nutrients and it’s very cheap.
8. Fish and Pumpkin Feast
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fish makes this a great recipe for dogs with sensitive stomachs, and pumpkin helps with bowel movements and skin problems.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of white fish, diced
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Stir in the brown rice and turn down the heat to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the diced fish until fully cooked.
4. Pour the pumpkin puree over the fish and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Pour the fish and pumpkin into the rice that you have cooked on the side and stir them all together in a large mixing bowl.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- High in omega-3 fatty acids
- Aids in digestion
- Suitable for sensitive stomachs
Customer Review:
‘My dog has had less stomach upset and gas since I’ve been feeding her this fish and pumpkin recipe. It is easy and cheaper than dog food.’
9. Duck and Potato Delight
Duck is a new protein for dogs with food allergies. Potatoes are a healthy ingredient that provides fullness.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of ground duck
- 1 large potato, diced
- 1 cup of spinach, chopped
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the diced potato and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the ground duck until fully cooked.
4. Add the shredded spinach to the duck and cook for a further 5 minutes.
5. Put the duck and spinach in a large bowl with the cooked potato.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Novel protein source
- Great for dogs with allergies
- Filling and nutritious
Customer Review:
My dog has food allergies and this duck and potato recipe has saved his life! He ADORES the taste and I ADORE that it is affordable and easy to make.
10. Venison and Carrot Medley
As an extra-lean protein, venison is ideal for dogs that need to have a low-fat diet, and the carrots add healthy fiber and natural sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of ground venison
- 1 cup of carrots, diced
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 4 cups of water
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Stir in the brown rice, then lower the heat so that the mixture simmers. Cook 20 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, cook the ground venison until fully cooked.
4. Add the diced carrots, and cook for 5 minutes longer. 5. Add the water and cream and bring to a boil. 6. Season with salt and pepper and serve. 7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
5. Mix the venison and carrots with the cooked rice in a large bowl.
6. Let it cool before serving.
Exclusive Insights:
- Lean protein source
- Low-fat diet option
- Rich in vitamins and minerals
Customer Review:
‘This recipe for venison and carrot has been great. My dog is much better at maintaining his weight. He loves it, and I love that it has no fat.’
