Description
A practical guide to raw feeding for dogs, focusing on balanced nutrition and natural ingredients. Learn how to prepare meals that support your dog’s health and energy needs.
Ingredients
- 70% muscle meat (chicken, beef, lamb)
- 10% organ meats (liver, kidney)
- 10% raw meaty bones (chicken necks, turkey wings)
- 5% vegetables (carrots, spinach, pumpkin)
- 5% fruits (apples, blueberries)
- Optional: 1-2 eggs per week
- Optional: Fish oil or flaxseed oil (1 tsp per 10 lbs of body weight)
- Optional: Calcium supplement (if bones are not included)
Instructions
- Check with a veterinarian to confirm your dog’s dietary requirements.
- Balance muscle meat, organ meats, and bones in the ratios listed.
- Chop or grind ingredients to appropriate sizes for your dog’s breed.
- Portion meals based on your dog’s weight (2-3% of body weight daily).
- Store meals in airtight containers; freeze portions for later use.
- Monitor your dog’s weight and adjust portions as needed.
- Rotate protein sources weekly for variety and nutrient balance.
Notes
- Avoid cooked bones—they can splinter and cause injury.
- Introduce new proteins gradually to check for allergies.
- Keep raw meat separate from human food to prevent contamination.
- Thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dog Food
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Pet Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (varies by dog weight)
- Calories: 250-300 per serving
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50-70mg