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BARF diet for beginners

BARF Diet for Beginners: 7 Crucial Ingredients for Thriving Pups


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  • Author: dailydogrecipe
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

The BARF diet (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food) focuses on feeding pets raw, natural ingredients. This beginner-friendly guide helps you prepare balanced meals for your dog using fresh meats, bones, vegetables, and supplements.


Ingredients

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  • 500g raw chicken wings (with bone)
  • 300g ground beef
  • 200g beef liver
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 2 tbsp fish oil
  • 1 egg (with shell)

Instructions

  1. Chop chicken wings into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Grind beef liver in a food processor.
  3. Mix ground beef, liver, spinach, and carrots in a large bowl.
  4. Add fish oil and crushed eggshell to the mixture.
  5. Portion into daily servings based on your dog’s weight.
  6. Store in airtight containers and freeze unused portions.

Notes

  • Consult your vet before starting any new diet
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling raw meat
  • Rotate protein sources weekly for balanced nutrition
  • Transition gradually over 7-10 days
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Pet Food
  • Method: Raw
  • Cuisine: Pet Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg