Give your furry family member the highest quality food with these wholesome, freeze-friendly dog meals!
As dog owners, we take great pride in giving our pets the best life, filled with plenty of playtime, proper nutrition and lots of love.
If you’re like me, you’ve spent a lot of time in pet stores reading nutritional labels on packaged dog food. Most brands are packed with unhealthy ingredients like grains, soy and corn that can trigger allergies – making your best friend itchy and their coat dull. Instead, try one of these seven recipes made with quality proteins along with antioxidant-rich veggies and healthy fats.
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It is recommended that dogs get a wide variety of nutrients from their diet using rotational feeding. This helps to mimic the way they ate in the wild before becoming domesticated. If they have steak and greens one week, think about switching to chicken or lean pork the next, along with another color vegetable like sweet potatoes.
Consult your pet’s veterinarian to get an accurate serving size for your pet’s homemade meals. You may also need to include a high-quality vitamin supplement that contains digestive enzymes and probiotics to ensure your dog is getting adequate nutrients in addition to their homemade diet. Many dogs with health issues need higher or lower levels of protein, fat and carbs.
Incorporate these add-ins to round out your dog’s diet:
- Hard boiled or raw egg – for antioxidant-rich CLA.
- Raw bones – helps build strong teeth and bones while satisfying a dog’s urge to chew.
- Wild-caught fish oil and coconut oil – great for the coat and immune system.
Caution: Avoid These Ingredients:
- Onion, chives, shallots – can damage red blood cells and cause anemia.
- Grapes and raisins – can cause kidney failure.
- Avocados – in high amounts can be poisonous.
- Macadamia nuts – toxic to dogs.
- Cooked bones or bones that are small – increased risk of choking on splinters.
- Fruit or vegetables with pits or large seeds – can be a choking hazard as well as contain the toxin cyanide.
- Fatty cuts of meat like bacon and ham – too much fat can cause pancreatic issues.
- Processed lunch meat – high in sodium and preservatives.
To properly prep these dog meals ahead of time:
- Freeze in an airtight container for up to one month.
- Thaw for 24 hours in the refrigerator before serving.
A Note on Serving Sizes
- Serving sizes will depend on the size, weight, and age of your dog. Consult with your veterinarian.
- If you have a small or older dog, we recommend blending the ingredients (after cooking) below to prevent choking on large pieces.
Beef and Broccoli
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Beef and Broccoli
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Medium pan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 T olive or coconut oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and add the ground beef. Break up the beef with a spatula and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the broccoli florets and continue to cook until the beef is fully cooked, and the broccoli is lightly tenderized.
Bison and Blueberries
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Bison and Blueberries
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Large skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 T olive or coconut oil
- 1 lb ground bison
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 T pure pumpkin purée
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the bison. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the meat is cooked through.
- Stir in the pumpkin purée and blueberries.
Pork and Butternut Squash
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Pork and Butternut Squash
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Medium skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean pork chops
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 2 T olive or coconut oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Flip the pork chops and add the butternut squash, cook for an additional 10-12 minutes covered. Slice the pork into bite-sized pieces.
Chicken and Spinach
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Chicken and Spinach
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Medium skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 t ground turmeric
- ⅛ t black pepper
- 3 cups spinach
- 2 T olive oil or coconut oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 10 minutes each side, remove the chicken from the pan and slice or shred.
- Add the chicken back into the pan along with turmeric and pepper. Add the spinach and stir. Cook for 2 minutes.
Chicken Thigh and Zucchini
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Chicken Thigh and Zucchini
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Medium skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 T olive or coconut oil
- 1 lb chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 2 cups zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 handful chopped basil
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 6-8 minutes each side.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and slice or shred.
- Add the chicken back into the pan along with the zucchini and basil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly.
Turkey and Carrots
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Turkey and Carrots
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Large skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 T olive or coconut oil
- 1 lb ground lean turkey
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 1 t fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the turkey. Break up the turkey using a spatula.
- Stir in the carrots and cook for 10 to 15 minutes covered, stirring occasionally until the meat is cooked through.
- Stir in the thyme.
Steak and Sweet Potato
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Steak and Sweet Potato
Jennafer AshleyTools
- Medium skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 T olive or coconut oil
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cubed
- 2 cups sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 sprig of rosemary, leaves only
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sweet potato, cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the steak and rosemary, cover, and continue to cook for 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
Looking for Paleo ingredients? Here are a few we’d recommend:
Cold pressed coconut oil (Viva Naturals)
Extra virgin olive oil (Sky Organics)
Turmeric (Healthworks)
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