How to Make Homemade Dog Food
- 1). Know that it is wise to check with your vet before switching to homemade dog food.
- 2). Understand that dogs need a diet that consists of 40 percent meat, 30 percent vegetables and 30 percent starch. Follow this formula to ensure that your dog has a well-balanced diet.
- 3). Consider the fact that many experts believe commercial dog food is actually unhealthy for dogs. Often the meat that is used in dog food is of a quality considered unfit for humans.
- 4). Try making a mixture of ground turkey, rice and carrot for your own dog food. Meals made of ground beef, brown rice, brewer's yeast and carrots are also popular.
- 5). Rotate the foods you feed your dog so that the dog gets a variety of foods.
- 6). Use oatmeal, pasta, rice or potatoes for your dog's starch requirement.
- 7). Keep cooked dog food in the refrigerator no longer than three days.