Benefits of these homemade dog food recipes include:

Increased energy
Fewer allergies
Improved skin & coat condition
Lower vet bills
More happy years with your best friend

Know exactly what’s going into your dog’s food!

Looking for homemade dog food recipes?

Every time there’s a pet food recall, concerned dog parents scour the internet looking for a healthy alternative to commercial dog food.

The largest pet food recall in history took place in 2007. It claimed the lives of thousands of dogs. The commercial pet food industry’s preoccupation with making ever larger profits at any cost, sees a continual search for cheaper and cheaper ingredients.

Sawdust is the latest dubious ingredient in commercial dog food. If you see cellulose listed as an ingredient in your dog’s food, it’s woodpulp. Sawdust to you and I. Do you really think sawdust should be in your dog’s food? Is that really all your best friend is worth? Do you have any idea just how little nutritional value there is in sawdust?

I can give you the answer. None! Sawdust bulks up your dog’s food at virtually zero expense for the manufacturer. It’s indigestible fibre. It has no nutritional value. That shows you how much the commercial pet food industry cares about your best friend. If you want to provide your dog with fibre, give it a carrot. Not sawdust!

You on the other hand care about your dog. You want the best for your constant canine companion. And as a canine nutritionist, I want the same. For my dogs and yours.

I’ve spent years researching the perfect homemade dog food recipes. My own dogs have the most amazingly varied diet. With only a few exceptions, your dog can eat most of the things you can eat. (Obviously that doesn’t include junk food and takeaways)!

Do dogs need variety?

Dogs thrive on variety. My own dogs eat everything from apples to zucchini. It’s the most rewarding thing seeing them tuck into their food the way they do. Variety is the key to successfully home cooking for your dog.

With my homemade dog food recipes you’ll discover the amazing variety of food your dog can enjoy and benefit from. You’ll learn about food groups and portion sizes. I’ll teach you how to successfully transition your dog from his or her existing food to my new diet. You don’t need to be a Michelin Star Chef and you don’t need the fortune of a Kardashian. You just need to care and to apply the three principles of healthy nutrition. Balance, variety & moderation.

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for simple, quick recipes for homemade dog food?

Q. What are the best ingredients for homemade dog food?
A. The best ingredients for homemade dog food are fresh, wholefood, human-grade, dog-safe ingredients.

Q. What is the correct balance of protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats in a homemade dog diet?
A. The correct balance of protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats in homemade dog food is up to 70% protein, a maximum of 20% carbohydrates and in the region of 10% fat.

Q. What proportion of chicken, beef and turkey can I feed to my dog?
A. The ideal proportion of chicken, beef, turkey or indeed any protein source for a dog in homemade food is between 50% and 70%.

Q. What percentage of carbohydrates such as rice, oats and sweet potato should I be adding to my dog’s homemade diet?
A. Research suggests that approximately 14% of the diet of an ancestral dog would have been carbohydrates. A good starting point would be in the region of 10%.

Q. What percentage of healthy fats should I add to my dog’s homemade food?
A. You should add in the region of 10% of healthy fats to your dog’s homemade food in the form of omega-3 oil, olive oil, coconut oil and oily fish.

Q. What is the 80/10/10 rule in raw feeding based on a dog’s weight, age and activity level?
A. In terms of a raw diet for a dog, the 80/10/10 rule indicates 80% protein, 10% bone and 10% fat.

Q. Where can I find easy homemade dog food recipes for beginners?
A. The best starting point for easy homemade dog food recipes for beginners is with a downloadable dog feeding guide such as The Canine Nutritionist’s, Homeade Dog Food Made Easy. In addition to easy-to-make homemade dog food recipes for beginners, it contains information on all the dog-safe foods you can feed your dog together with information on supplementation, putting together a complete and balanced homemade diet and how much to feed your dog.

Q. What foods are toxic to dogs?
A. There are surprisingly few ingredients that are toxic to dogs. They include onions, grapes, raisins and the artificial sweetener xylitol. Those few ingredients aside, most foodstuffs that are safe for humans are also safe for dogs to eat including garlic, mushrooms and avocados.

Q. How do I ensure my homemade dog food is balanced?
A. If you are concerned about nutrient deficiencies in your dog’s homemade diet, especially regarding calcium, phosphorus and vitamins, it is best to consult with a dog nutritionist such as Gerald Pepin.

Q. Do I need to add supplements to homemade dog food?
A. Yes. The most important supplement you will need to add to homemade dog food is calcium followed by omega-3 oil.