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Nov 10, 2008
Making and Freezing Your Own Dog Food
With pet food recalls in the news, many dog owners are choosing to make their own dog food. Some even report that they have decided to cook for their dog because they believe a homemade diet eases their dog's allergies or that it is just healthier all around. Because every dog's needs are different, due to age, activity levels and other factors, I recommend checking with your veterinarian before changing your dog's diet and also asking if giving a doggy vitamin is appropriate to ensure adequate nutritional coverage.
For those who do choose a homemade diet and are concerned with the time spent preparing dishes for the dog, freezing is an option. A big batch of food may be cooked up on the weekend and placed in freezer containers or sandwich baggies of serving size. These can then be microwaved when needed. Of course they must be stirred and checked for proper temperature before the dog gulps them down. Frozen doggy meals can also offer convenience with the holidays coming up.
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Nov 21, 2008 9:47 PM
Guest :
I thnk the real question a recipe of 1/3 each of brown rice vegetables and
meat. What is the cups per pound of dog do you feed them. Exaple how many
cups does a 25lb dog need of this combonation a day. Any qualified person
please respond.
Jan 8, 2009 9:16 AM
Guest :
Buying a two pound roast every week, cutting it up into bite sized bits and
putting the right daily portion of raw beef into the bag and freezing the
two weeks 'reserve' of daily portions is a terrifically economical way of
storing meat for a fresh daily consumption. I do not cook the meat but
serve it raw. Dogs are carnivores and raw meat has more water and easier to
digest than cooked meat, so says my 12 year old sheltie. For the
carbohydrate/fiber portion of his diet, which should be 75% of the entire
meal, I make a four day batch of oatmeal or polenta using a teaspoon of
chicken broth bullion to flavor the water the oatmeal of polenta. One it
has cooled, I add 3/4 cup of munched frozen broccoli or carrots and add it
to the oatmeal mixture. At this point, I add a crushed vitamin/mineral
tablet. To obtain the calcium requirement, I add a heaping table spoon of
low fat cottage cheese to his dish before serving. One you have the two
week portions of frozen meat stashed away, the four day supply of
grain/vegetable and vitamin/mineral mixture in your fridge, its a simple
process to put it all together in a few minutes. Ask Schroder, he is a
picture of health at 12 years old.
Feb 21, 2009 10:42 AM
Guest :
THANK YOU !! to the person with the 12-year-old Sheltie for the wonderful
info that I've been trying to find for my 11-yr-old female Blue Merle
Sheltie (with high cholesterol) !!!
Apr 24, 2009 2:49 PM
Guest :
The best thing I ever did for my dogs was to start home cooking for them.
Several years ago, I read a book that detailed exactly what went into
commercial pet food. It literally made me sick. I threw out the whole lot
and got out my stock pot. I've never looked back. Over the years, I've
developed a number of recipes based on the meats, vegetables, grains and
fruits my girls like best. My 12 year old border collie still runs and
plays like a puppy. She has beautiful white teeth and has never required
any dental work. My 1 year old jack russell is thriving on homemade food.
Unfortunately, I haven't had good luck with making homemade kibble. I've
tried several different recipes and neither one of them liked it. Does
anyone have a kibble recipe that they've had success with? I'd be very
grateful if you were willing to share it.
May 8, 2009 1:50 PM
Guest :
To those making there own dog food, the slow cooker/crock pot is your
freind. This is a great way to introduce veggies into your otherwise
reluctant pet and makes it easier for them to break down and digest.
Addtionally, a teaspoon to a tablespoon of plain yogurt with active
cultures a day is great for thier intestinal tracts health. or you could
choose to feed a pro-biotic. The healthier your dogs intestinal tract, the
more variety of foods they can handle without getting the runs.
Sep 16, 2009 4:05 PM
Guest :
Hi, I am brand new to this "home made" food for our rescued pet.
My question is can you tell me how much food to feed a 60lb dog? Example:
how much protein (in cups or ounces),grains, & vegetables should I feed
her at each meal? I am confused by the statement of feeding 75% carbs.
Thank you
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