Homemade Dog Food Recipes

I'm a dog lover and an owner of several dogs. My pound basically eats store-bought dog food just because I don't have the time to cook for them every day. But I do cook them special homemade dog food recipes from time to time, especially when one of them isn't feeling well, and he or she turns its nose up at the regular chow. Have you checked out the ingredients in a bag or can of dog food lately? It's common for them to contain animal by-products, artificial colorings, and chemical preservatives, just to name a few things your canine doesn't need. Homemade dog food is much healthier for your pet than most store bought food. There's no argument about that. Homemade food is made with fresh food ingredients that your dog needs in order to maintain his or her best health. Not to mention the money you'll save with making your own homemade dog food. The best brands of dog foods are expensive to buy!

The first recipe I'm going to share with you is one that all of my dogs love. It originated because my Beagle had an upset stomach and wouldn't eat. Normally, dogs aren't picky eaters like cats can be. But if your dog isn't feel up to par, they can easily turn down their normal food.

This recipe is inexpensive and easy to make for your dog:

Turkey and Vegetable Mix
I use two pounds of ground turkey and a bag of chopped, mixed vegetables. I chose turkey because it's easier to digest than beef. (Using fresh veggies is actually a better idea because they have more minerals and vitamins in them.) This made a day's meals for my little Beagle. How much you'll need to make will depend on the size of your dog. You can always make up a big pot of this recipe, then refrigerate the leftovers. You can refrigerate the leftovers for up to a week. Then, for his or her next meal, just take out the desired amount and microwave it until it's just warm.