We all know that our dogs are the most loyal friends that we’ll ever have! They deserve to have healthy and delicious food just as much as we do. Healthy eating is becoming more popular than ever. If you wouldn't eat all that junk food, then why give it to your dog? Today I'll be covering some of the best homemade dog food recipes that are both delicious and healthy for our furry friends.
Chicken and Brown Rice Healthy Dog Food Recipe
This is a great and simple recipe that can give your dog the necessary proteins and carbohydrates that they need to stay happy, healthy, strong, and active!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions:
1. Cook the brown rice according to package directions.
2. Cut the chicken breasts into small cubes and cook in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
3. In a separate skillet, sauté the sweet potato, green beans, and carrots in olive oil until they are tender.
4. Combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, and sautéed vegetables in a large bowl and mix well.
5. Allow the mixture to cool completely before serving.
Beef and Sweet Potato Healthy Dog Food Recipe
This is another great recipe that can give your dog the necessary proteins and vitamins to keep your furry friends happy.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked sweet potato, mashed
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
- 1/4 cup apple, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions:
1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
2. In a separate skillet, sauté the peas, carrots, and apple in coconut oil until they are tender.
3. Combine the cooked ground beef, mashed sweet potato, and sautéed vegetables in a large bowl and mix well.
4. Allow the mixture to cool completely before serving
Turkey and Vegetable Healthy Dog Food Recipe
Even though this next recipe is a bit more complex, it is certainly worth the work when you see how happy your dog will be eating this delicious and healthy meal!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions:
1. Cook the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
2. In a separate skillet, sauté the green beans, carrots, and celery in olive oil until they are tender.
3. Combine the cooked ground turkey, cooked quinoa, and sautéed vegetables in a large bowl and mix well.
4. Allow the mixture to cool completely before serving.
Fish and Vegetable Healthy Dog Food Recipe
This simple seafood dish will be sure to put
a big smile on your dogs face and give them
the nutrients they need!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound white fish filets, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup sweet potato, chopped
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 1/4 cup peas
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions:
1. Cook the white fish filets in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
2. In a separate skillet, sauté the sweet potato, green beans, and peas in coconut oil until they are tender.
3. Combine the cooked fish, cooked brown rice, and sautéed vegetables in a large bowl and mix well.
4. Allow the mixture to cool completely before serving.
Lamb and Rice Healthy Dog Food Recipe
This healthy dog food delicacy will certainly
be a special treat for your best friend.
Follow the instructions below to this healthy
dog food recipe and your dog will sure to
have the nutrients they need!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green beans
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups water
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the brown rice, chopped carrots, green beans, spinach, dried rosemary, thyme, and oregano. Stir to combine.
3. Add 2 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
5. Allow the mixture to cool, then serve it to your dog. You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
These five recipes are a great start for your dog to keep them happy and healthy. You can visit the American Kennel Club website for more information on what nutrients your dog needs to stay healthy. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian and/or your veterinarian nutritionist before switching to a homemade diet, as nutritional requirements will vary by breed, age, size and health of the dog.
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