Homemade Dog Food for Puppies

A delicious and nutritious meal designed to provide your growing canine companion with the essential building blocks for a healthy life, suitable for all life stages, from playful puppies to wise seniors. Preparing this homemade dog food recipe offers a wonderful way to ensure your dog receives the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, promoting optimal health and well-being.

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Course: Dog Food

Cuisine: Homemade

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground chicken or turkey Cooked and drained of excess fat
1 cup cooked brown rice Soft and easily digestible
1/2 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato
1/4 cup cooked, mashed peas
1/4 cup cooked, finely chopped carrots
1 tablespoon olive oil A source of healthy fats
1 teaspoon dried parsley Not only adds a touch of freshness, but parsley also acts as a natural breath freshener and contains vitamins.

Equipment

Medium saucepan
Large Bowl

Method

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook the ground chicken or turkey until it’s no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat and set aside.
1 pound lean ground chicken or turkey
While the meat is cooking, prepare the brown rice according to package directions. Ensure it's soft and fully cooked. Steam or boil the sweet potato, peas, and carrots until tender.
1 cup cooked brown rice, 1/2 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato, 1/4 cup cooked, mashed peas, 1/4 cup cooked, finely chopped carrots
Once cooked, mash the sweet potato and peas until relatively smooth. Finely chop the cooked carrots.
1/2 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato, 1/4 cup cooked, mashed peas, 1/4 cup cooked, finely chopped carrots
In a large bowl, combine the cooked and drained ground chicken or turkey, cooked brown rice, mashed sweet potato, mashed peas, and finely chopped carrots.
1 pound lean ground chicken or turkey, 1 cup cooked brown rice, 1/2 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato, 1/4 cup cooked, mashed peas, 1/4 cup cooked, finely chopped carrots
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle in the dried parsley.
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined. Aim for a texture that is easy for your dog to eat, with distinct pieces but no large chunks.

Notes

This recipe is intended as a general guide and should not replace veterinary-recommended diets. Always consult with your veterinarian before introducing any new food, especially if your dog has pre-existing health conditions or known allergies.