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Does anyone know any homemade dog food recipes?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    PETS ONLY: DR. BURROWS HOMEMADE DOG

    FOOD

    2/3 c. rice, preferably brown

    1/3 c. or 2 1/2 oz. med. fatty meat

    1 oz. liver

    3 tsp. corn oil

    1/2 tsp. iodized salt

    3 tsp. bone meal

    2 c. water

    Combine ingredients and simmer 20 minutes. Cool. Yield: enough for one day for a 25 pound dog.

  • ?
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    Cut out the mayo, the grapes (Why would you feed a carnivore grapes? They don't feed lions and wolves grapes at the zoo, I assure you), the flour, the chicken broth, and the chocolate. That leaves you with chicken breast. But don't cube it, dogs have teeth perfectly designed for chewing their food and don't need your help. But chicken breast isn't a balanced diet so add in some heart, liver, gizzards, kidney, green tripe and the like. Add a little salmon oil for Omega 3 and 6 and tada. You'll be feeding your dog the healthiest homemade diet possible, a raw (aka uncooked because, dogs don't have thumbs, start fires, nor do they cook, nor are they evolved (as we are) to eat cooked meat) prey modeled diet!!!

  • 1 decade ago

    DOG LIVER CAKE

    1 cup water

    1 cup cornmeal

    1 cup flour

    1/3 cup garlic powder

    1 pound of liver, cut up

    Put liver in a blender to pulverize. Add just enough water to mix with liver. Gradually add flour, cornmeal, and garlic powder until mixed. It will be thick, about the consistency of a cake mixture.

    Spray 2 disposable pie tins with Pam non-stick cooking spray and bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes. It is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool and cut into bite size pieces.

    This recipe is for those who love their dogs and you will really have to love your dog to put up with the garlic smell that will permeate your house as this cooks. Don't be surprised if the neighborhood dogs line up at your kitchen door..

    Source(s): College cookbook
  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    homemade dog food recipes

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    These receipes sound great but I alway's add garlic it is supposed to help keep the fleas way.

  • Erica
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    get some water boiled unseasoned chicken, rice, chopped carrots.

  • 1 decade ago

    When making homemade dog food, keep in mind that most breeds need a diet that contains of 40 percent meat; 30 percent vegetables and 30 percent starch. Follow this formula and your dog may be eating a more well-balanced diet than you!

    Canned dog foods generally have more fillers than homemade varieties, so most dogs transition well. Since dogs use their sense of smell most to determine what they will and will not eat, fresh home made dog foods are often preferred by most pets compared to their manufactured counterparts. There are a few important things to remember though, when making your pet's food:

    It may take a few tries to find the recipe your pet enjoys most. Finicky eaters especially may require a little kitchen experimenting to find the best mix.

    Use ground turkey instead of ground beef when possible - it's leaner and healthier

    Liver, kidneys and eggs are excellent nutritional sources for dogs

    Start with a basic mix of ground turkey, rice and carrots. Most dogs love it!

    Offer your dog a variety of foods to ensure they are getting all of the nutrients they need

    Consider crushing a dog vitamin in their food

    Eggshells have a lot of vitamins in them. Finely crush one in your dog's food when available.

    Most pet owners switch their dogs to home made dog food in an attempt to give them a safer, more nutritional food supply. But, there are some dangers to doing it yourself. Here are some things to watch out for when preparing your dog's next meal:

    Cook all meat thoroughly. Dogs can get e-coli too!

    While a small amount of cooked garlic is a natural flea repellent, experts warn that raw and spoiled garlic is toxic to most dogs!

    Never feed your dog chocolate!

    Only keep precooked meals for three days, than toss the leftovers!

    Basic Dog Food Recipe

    Ingredients

    4 cups uncooked rice

    9 cups water

    1/4 cup oats

    1 teaspoon salt

    Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling add:

    1/2 cup 2% milk

    2 tablespoons parsley, chopped fine

    3 ounces liver, chopped fine

    8 ounces ground beef (or chicken or lamb)

    3 tablespoons corn oil

    2 eggs, beaten

    2 cups vegetables (carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, etc.), chopped fine

    Stir, turn heat to low, and cook for about 20 minutes until all water is absorbed. Then spread out in flat Tupperware containers, cool and cut into half cup squares. When feeding, add cottage cheese or yogurt, and 1 tsp. supplement mix per 30 lbs of dog weight:

    Supplement Mix

    1 cup brewer's yeast

    1 cup wheat germ

    1/8 cup powdered kelp

    *TIP* When you change your dog's diet, do it gradually so the modification doesn't upset their tummy.

    Mix some homemade food into their regular food, adding a little more at each meal until the switchover is complete.

    Luscious Lamb Dinner (Dog Food)

    2 cups lamb (Chopped finely or ground)

    1 cup cooked rice (Brown or white cooked)

    1/2 carrot (Large, grated)

    1/2 cup yogurt (Plain, whole fat or 2 %)

    1 teaspoon ground flax seeds

    Cook the lamb by boiling in water.

    Cook over a low heat, covered, until the lamb is tender.

    Cook the rice according to package directions, using the water that was used to cook the lamb.

    Mix lamb mixture, carrot, and flaxseed with the cooked rice.

    Mix in yogurt and serve after cooling.

    Homemade Dog Food

    1 lb ground beef

    1/2 lb ground chicken

    1/2 lb ground turkey

    1 lb baby carrots

    2 small baking potatoes

    3 cups brown rice

    3 eggs, slightly beaten

    3 cups chicken broth

    2 cups water

    Cook all 3 ground meats together in larger 6 quart dutch oven.

    Add rice, chicken broth and water. Cook on medium heat for 30 minutes.

    Add potatoes and carrots, and slightly beaten eggs. Cook for an additional 20 - 30 minutes.

    After cooking, put mixture into storage containers. This freezes very well.

    Pumpkin Dog Biscuits

    2 eggs

    1/2 cup canned pumpkin

    1/2 teaspoon salt

    2 tablespoons dry milk

    2 1/2 cups flour (wheat is probably better!)

    water

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

    Blend eggs and pumpkin together; add salt, dry milk, and flour.

    Add water as needed to make the dough somewhat workable.

    The dough should be dry and stiff, don't be concerned with crumbs being left in the bowl.

    You will need to mix this with your hands because it is too stiff for an electric mixer.

    Roll to 1/2-inch thick.

    Cut into shapes.

    Place 1" apart on ungreased cookie sheet.

    Bake for 20 minutes on one side, then turn over and bake another 20 minutes.

    Tantalizing Treats for Pups

    1 cup quick oatmeal

    1/4 cup margarine

    1 1/2 cups hot water

    1/2 cup powdered milk

    1 cup cheese, grated (your choice)

    1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

    1 egg, beaten

    1 cup cornmeal

    1 cup wheat germ

    3 cups whole wheat flour

    1 tablespoon beef bouillon or chicken

    Preheat oven to 300°.

    In large bowl pour hot water over oatmeal and margarine (cut-up melts faster); let stand 5 minutes. Stir in powdered milk, grated cheese, garlic powder, bouillon and egg. Add cornmeal and wheat germ. Mix well. Add flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead 3-4 minutes, adding more flour if necessary to make very stiff dough. Pat or roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness.

    Cut into bone shaped biscuits and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour. Turn off heat and leave in oven an additional 1 1/2 hours or longer.

    I hope these are helpful,Take Care!!! :)

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