It's a fact, feeding your pup a diet of 100% human-grade dog food is easy, cost-effective, and WAY better for them than a traditional doggie diet of processed kibble! My easy homemade dog food recipe combines lean ground sirloin, wholesome brown rice, fresh vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and tender herbs for a healthy, vibrant alternative to traditional dog food that has given our 11-year-old dog a new lease on life!
***Please note, I am not a veterinarian, just a very passionate dog owner! The information in this blog post documents our own personal experiences, research, and the recipes that we feed our dogs under our veterinarian's careful supervision. Please, consult with your vet and use your own personal judgment when considering transitioning to a 100% human-grade food diet for your pup. This post was updated with a video on August 16, 2020, updated with additional recipe links 9/14/2020, updated 1/7/2021 with metric measurements, updated 1/3/2022 with recipe links for hydrating meals.***
Our Journey with a Dog with Kidney Disease
When we found out our fur baby Hooch had kidney disease, we immediately dove headfirst into figuring out how to help our dog with kidney disease and learned some seriously eye-opening stuff along the way.
When people find out we make our own dog food at home they always ask us, "What about a raw diet?", so let's get that out of the way first....
There are LOTS of thoughts and theories on feeding your dog a raw diet especially a dog that is living with kidney disease. Our vet however, was personally opposed to feeding a raw diet due to the fact that dogs, just like us, are very susceptible to food poisoning. Besides that, a raw diet can be tricky to get just right! You run the risk of giving your dog a horrible belly ache by mixing a raw diet with cooked treats, so if you decided to go raw it is important to have both raw meals and raw treats planned for your pup at all times. NO MIXING the two! Since raw and cooked foods digest at different rates any combination of the two can wreak serious havoc on your pup's gut which can lead to some pretty unpleasant situations for you - if you get my drift.
Now, let's break down the recipe for my Easy Homemade Dog Food shall we?
The recipe box below contains a printable version of my go-to recipe for homemade dog food, which consist of lean ground sirloin, brown rice, carrots, hard boiled eggs, parsley, and a few tablespoons of oil that is high in Omega's. But sometimes, especially since social distancing, I've found that it is helpful to have a list of easy substitutes for when ingredients run low. Plug in or swap out any of the items below based on what foods your pup likes/needs and what you have on hand to create your pup's ideal dog food flavor profile.
***It is important to note that dog's can have food allergies too!!! The top 5 (in order) foods that dogs can be allergic to are beef, dairy, wheat, chicken, & egg. If you notice your dog having any issues after ingesting these ingredients you should contact your veterinarian.***
Meat || Lean ground beef, ground chicken, ground white or dark meat turkey, & ground pork are all great options. Just be sure to make sure that any meat you feed your animals is free of seasonings when purchasing! Dog's living with a kidney disease diagnosis need meals that are lower in phosphorus - so for us a lean ground beef like ground sirloin is best the way to go!
Grains || Brown rice has all of the fiber from the hull of the rice grain still intact and it's easily digestible, which makes it a great ingredient for homemade dog food! If you are limiting phosphorus in your dog's food due to kidney disease you can use white rice instead. Other grains like oats, quinoa, and even whole grain pasta are also easily digestible options. Gluten grains can be included in a dog's diet too, however it is important to note that gluten is one of the top 5 dog allergens. In our personal experience with Hooch over the years, gluten has been a real problem that causes him extreme gastrointestinal discomfort, so we avoid it.
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Many dog owners wonder: can dogs eat brown rice? I have all the answers, nutritious facts, and recipes for you here!
Eggs || Eggs are one of the top 5 allergens for dogs and the yolks are very high in phosphorus -which you want to limit in dog's with kidney disease. But, eggs are also one of the highest quality forms of protein you can feed your pet! Ultimately, a hard-boiled egg is Hooch's favorite thing on the planet so, with our vet's approval, we opted to leave them in his food.
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Not only CAN dogs eat eggs, they absolutely SHOULD! A moderate daily amount of egg in addition to a regular diet can greatly improve a dog's health.
Vegetables || My dogs both really LOVE fresh shredded carrots and fennel, so if I have either of those on hand I use them, but there are LOADS of other great dog-friendly veggies too! Frozen veggie blends that contain peas, corn, carrots, and green beans are a wonderful choice that our dogs love! Cooked sweet potatoes are a great addition to bulk up their meals too, just never feed your dog raw sweet potato as it can cause serious blockages! Canned 100% pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, is another great addition to your dog's daily meal. A tablespoon or two mixed in at each feeding really ups their fiber intake and can work wonders for your dog's digestive system!
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Herbs || Lots of fresh and dried herbs are great for dogs! The curly, not flat-leaf, variety of parsley is great for preventative kidney health. It’s cleansing for the organs (which will help prevent disease). However, for a dog with an actual kidney disease diagnosis, you may want to limit their intake of parsley altogether. Herbs like cilantro, thyme, or basil are delicious options for your pup that are loaded with health benefits too!
Homemade Dog Food Seasoning
It's no secret that fresh herbs and spices are beneficial to a person's health and diet, but did you know that your dog's diet could benefit from them too!?
Oil || You will want to drizzle a few tablespoons of oil that is high in Omega 3's into each batch of dog food you make. I usually just stick with olive oil or safflower oil because I typically have them on hand and they are affordable. There are great Omega oil blends available on the market too that contain Omega's 3,6, & 9 but they tend to be a bit pricier.
Hydration is VERY important for dog's with kidney disease.
Dog's with kidney disease are in need of hydrating fluids wherever they can get them! The benefit of feeding food that is saturated instead of dry is that the kidneys won't have to work as hard to perform their normal function in the body.
There are lots of ways to add more liquid to your pup's meals. Obviously, a bit of water mixed in is one option, but we prefer hydrating with a liquid that adds nutritional value as well.
Dog-Friendly Bone Broth Recipe
Bone broth recipes for dogs should be very different than those for humans! Dog's cannot eat certain ingredients that are typically used in bone broth for humans like onions.
This recipe is full of dog-friendly ingredients like apples, ginger, and mushrooms and can be made on the stove, in the Instant Pot, or slow cooker!
You can hydrate your dog's food while also boosting their immune system, improving liver health, supporting healthy digestion, and helping to relieve joint pain by adding homemade bone broth to your dog's daily meals.
Beef Bone Broth Topper from The Native Pet
Native Pet's bone broth contains only natural ingredients and is sourced and packaged in the USA.
Our bone broth delivers on the nutritional benefits of a homemade broth in a convenient powder form and is used to re-hydrate dry food, or as a simple, nourishing drink.
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Goat's Milk
Unlike most pet food, which is feed grade, this 100% human-grade goat milk from The Honest Kitchen is made with human-grade ingredients and produced in a human food facility. That means higher quality ingredients and more safety standards, just like you would expect from your own food!
This topper is easy to make too —simply add warm water to the dehydrated mix and stir to combine.
How much and when should you feed your dog?
This will vary from dog to dog, but a general rule of thumb is for every 10 lbs your dog weighs they should be fed roughly 1 cup of prepared food.
For our 80 lb Hooch, that means 2 meals a day each containing 4 cups of food. It is important to note that, dogs with kidney problems often feel better when fed several small meals throughout the day rather than just one or two large meals, so you may find that you need to adjust your feeding schedule as time goes on accordingly to keep your pup comfy!
What kind of snacks can I feed my dog with kidney disease?
Our dogs walk a bit on the wild side when it comes to snacks as they love thin apple slices, banana chunks, carrots, whole unsalted peanuts in the husks, and dehydrated sweet potatoes! Dog's with kidney disease should avoid meat-based chews/treats that are high in phosphorus, so you may find that you need to explore doing friendly fruit and veggies for treats like we have. We still on occasion will offer Hooch bully sticks or a jerky treat, but it is better for him if we limit his intake due to the levels of phosphorous that those treats contain.
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We’ve covered carrots and fruit, but can dogs eat sweet potatoes? The answer is a resounding YES! Sweet potatoes aren't only great for humans, they are an excellent source of vitamins and nutrients for our 4-legged friends as well! Cubed and steamed, mashed, or sliced and dehydrated like this simple treat - there are lots of easy ways to incorporate sweet potatoes into your dog's diet.
Can dogs eat blackberries? A Soft Baked Blackberry Dog Treat.
Our Soft Baked Blackberry Dog Treats are sure to be a hit with any pup but are especially good for dogs that need softer treats due to issues with their teeth.
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Can Dogs Eat Bananas? Easy Banana Bread Dog Treat
Ever wondered can dogs eat bananas? This simple 3-ingredient dog treat recipe for your furry friend is inspired by homemade banana bread. This recipe for soft dog treats is perfect for dogs that require a softer treat but are actually delicious enough that humans can eat them too.
Can Dogs Eat Apples? A Simple No-Cook Apple Dog Treat
This 2-ingredient no-cook dog treat is a BIG hit with our dogs and keeps them entertained for quite some too!
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PrintEasy Homemade Dog Food
To make prepping this homemade dog food a cinch and to save LOTS of time and dishes in the process I like to cook the hard boiled eggs and the rice in my Instant Pot!
I start with cooking the eggs first, then while the rice is cooking the Instant Pot I brown the sirloin and get all of the fresh ingredients together. It really does help make the process of meal prepping homemade dog food so much easier!
See recipe notes for Instant Pot cooking tips and times!
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 13 cups 1x
- Category: gluten free
- Method: stove top
- Cuisine: homemade dog food
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
6 cups cooked organic brown rice (3 cups uncooked rice)
2 pounds ground lean beef, cooked through, fat drained
4 hard boiled eggs, peeled and diced small
3 medium sized carrots, shredded or thinly sliced
¼ cup minced curly parsley
3 tablespoons of olive or safflower oil
Instructions
Combine all of the ingredients together in a large container and stir to combine completely.
Store tightly sealed in the refrigerator in-between feedings.
Notes
The amount of food you feed your dog each day varies by weight. Our 80+ pound senior dog Hooch eats 4 cups of this food twice per day and our 40 pound Rebel eats 2 cups of food twice per day.
This food can be individually portioned out for smaller dogs and frozen to store for longer periods of time than a week. Just thaw the amount you need when you need it.
Metric measurements:
790 grams cooked organic brown rice
700 grams ground lean beef, cooked through, fat drained
4 (200 grams) hard boiled eggs, peeled and diced small
207 grams carrots, shredded or thinly sliced
14 grams minced curly parsley
22 grams of olive or safflower oil
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs: Place the metal trivet into the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water. Add uncooked eggs on top of the trivet. Place the lid on top, lock to sealing, and cook high pressure for 5 minutes. Release pressure valve manually at the end of the cooking time and carefully remove the hard boiled eggs to a water bath to cool.
Instant Pot Rice: Combine the desired amount of rice and water in an Instant Pot. Place the lid on and set the pressure to sealing. Select the rice function, allow the pressure to release naturally when the cook time is complete.
No fresh parsley? You can substitute it in this recipe with ¼ cup of our Homemade Dog Food Seasoning Blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 288
- Sugar: 1.9 g
- Sodium: 119.7 mg
- Fat: 10.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Protein: 22.9 g
- Cholesterol: 197.8 mg
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Pumpkin and Yogurt Bowl for Dogs Recipe
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for all of us, even our dogs! Get your dog's day off to a great start with a healthy dose of protein, vitamins, and minerals by feeding him/her a delicious Pumpkin and Yogurt Bowl for Dogs. These yogurt bowls are filled with good for your dog ingredients like fat free Greek yogurt, 100% pure pumpkin puree, plant based vitamin and mineral powder, and my Homemade Dog Food Seasoning which is a blend of 5 herbs that have extraordinary health benefits for your dog!
Homemade Dog Food Seasoning Blend recipe
It's no secret that fresh herbs and spices are beneficial to a person's health and diet, but did you know that your dog's diet could benefit from the addition of them also!? In the summer months, it's easy to include green leafy herbs like parsley and basil in our dog's fresh homemade food because I have lots growing in the garden. But, when fresh herbs are sparse I turn to my spice cabinet where I keep a little jar of spices labeled 'Homemade Dog Food Seasoning Blend'. This easy to make custom spice blend combines dried parsley, basil, dill, rosemary, and oregano for a seasoning blend your dog is sure to love!
We aren't the only people that have converted to making homemade dog food and are LOVING the results! Check out the links below for more homemade dog food recipes your pup will LOVE!
Easy Crockpot Dog Food from Damn Delicious || This simple homemade dog food recipe combines ground beef, brown rice, kidney beans, butternut squash, carrots, and peas in the slow cooker so you can set it and forget it!
Homemade Dog Food Recipe from College Housewife || Elizabeth's sweet dog Rascal suffered from all sorts of health issues which led them to having him allergy tested. Turns out Rascal was allergic to all sorts of things - even beef! So, Elizabeth developed a homemade dog food recipe that is just perfect for Rascal's sensitive belly that is filled with ground turkey, sweet potatoes, carrots, and zucchini squash and macaroni noodles!
DIY Homemade Dog Food from Damn Delicious ||Chungah's dog Butter's battle with stomach issues led her to start making dog food at home. This recipe is easy to make and super good for your pups too! It combines a delicious blend of 50% protein, 25% veggies and 25% grains and is made of ingredients like ground chicken, brown rice, shredded zucchini, spinach, carrots, and peas.
Amy Myers says
This diet does not include enough calcium in the basic recipe or in the Dog Greens Supplement.... Dogs need high levels of calcium... and best case, organ meats. Raw and cooked homemade dog food is great, but make sure you give them raw meaty bones and or the right levels of calcium. https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/food/calcium-in-homemade-dog-food/
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Amy!
We also believe that our dogs should get the standard amount of calcium. We use our homemade eggshell powder to top off our dogs food per our vets recommendations!
https://thismessisours.com/can-dogs-eat-eggs/
We hope this helps!
Sonia says
Hi 👋🏻 I am definitely going to try this recipe out as my dog is also dealing with Kidney health issues. I have a question though, when you take the food out of the fridge do you reheat it? If so, what method do you use for that? Thanks you 😊
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Sonia,
We do not reheat our dogs food when we feed it to them. The only time that they are given warm food is when it is dog food night and we make it fresh.
I hope this helps!
Kim says
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your experience and recipes. I have 2 standard poodles that are having allergy problems and continual ear infections. We have decided to feed homemade dog food.
I see you mentioned not to mix raw diet with cooked diet. Can I feed Raw meat bones with a cooked diet? I want to make sure my dogs are getting enough calcium.
Thanks,
Kim
Ashley says
Hello! What do you recommend subbing for the eggs? Thank you!
Summer Dickerhoof says
I don't have a suggestion off the top of my head, but check with your vet to see what a healthy alternative could be for your pup!
Anna says
Hi there,
Thanks so much for this great recipe! Just confirming, are the metric measurements for the food to be weighed AFTER they are cooked? I want to make sure I am giving my dog the correct proportions. Thank you!
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Anna!
Yes, we measure out the food for each pup after all the food is cooked & combined together.
Holly says
Hello 🙂 do you have any suggestions as to what I could substitute the rice with please? My dog can’t have any grains. Thank you.
Summer Dickerhoof says
I have not created a recipe with an alternative. I would check with your vet and see if they have any suggestions!
Amy Myers says
Please, please, please check out dogs' calcium requirements. Dogs need a calcium rich diet...far greater than humans. In the Dogs Greens Supplement and your dog food recipe I don't see calcium addressed!!!!! This is critical for their bones, teeth, and general health. Dogs also need organ meats, but by far the most important thing is to get the calcium right...
Rob says
I have a 30 lb cockerpoo who is a very picky eater. I feed him a 1/2 cups of a high quality dry food and mix a half a can of wet food daily. How much of the home made recipe would you mix in daily. He would much rather have human food mixed in with his dry than canned dog food. I often mix his food with our leftover chicken, beef, pork and sweet potato and he loves it.
Summer Dickerhoof says
I am sure he would love this recipe! To know the best amount of food for your dog specifically, I would ask your vet and see what they recommend.
Denise Daly says
How long does it stay fresh in the fridge? 1week?
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Denise!
Yes, it will stay fresh for about a week in the fridge!
Tristin Lee says
I have 2 maltipoos and one 10 year old standard poodle. I have been making their dog food with organic meat, rice, carrots oats, cauliflower and broccoli.
I use 6 ups of veggies to 3 lbs of meat, and 2 cups of rice.
I am not sure they are getting what they need or maybe my portions are wrong.
Should I add anything else. Am I using too much of something. I thought I would eggs, but not sure about portions. I need help.
Do you make food for people like me.
Eliza Clendenin says
Wow! Your dogs are lucky to have you! We do not make food for others, but our dogs love this recipe! Before starting this diet we highly recommend talking with your vet before changing your dogs current diet or adding anything to it!
I hope this helps!!
Alex S. says
When you say 1 cup per 10 pounds, does that mean in a day? Thank you! I made my dog homemade food yesterday and he's already loving it!
Eliza Clendenin says
Correct!
Hooch is 80 pounds so he gets 8 cups a day & Rebel is 60 pounds so she gets 6 cups a day!
Marisa says
Thank you so much for such valuable information. I love my dog and started making food for him that I mix with his dog food. I haven’t switched him 100% to the homemade food yet. Instead of cooking his food on the stove, i mix all the ingredients and make it into meatballs or meatloaf (saves time) and cook them in the oven. Once cooled, I freeze in serving-size portions. Do you think baking the food and then freezing it will make the food lose its nutrients? I’m definitely going to try your recipe for him. He’s our baby and deserves the best!
Ashley Friend says
Also interested in freezing… would it be safe to freeze and still get the same nutrients?
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Ashley! Yes you can totally freeze this dog food!
Wendy Browne says
Do you not have a calcium source that you add? I also pressure cook my Boston Terrier's food and cycle through different proteins including small fish, chicken paw and chicken frames to add calcium and noticed only the greens supplement suggested vs a premix or homemade diet supplement.
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Wendy!
We do have a calcium source that we add! We make an eggshell calcium powder (link is on the website) from the eggshells from the hardboiled eggs!
Erin says
Thank you for this great info! Our 11.5 year old lab/pitbull mix (also 80 lbs.) is having some motility issues - throwing up undigested kibble 10-12 hours after eating. After taking him to the vet with no underlying issue determined, I have switched him over to a homemade diet and feed 3x per day. I have gotten pretty efficient with this - crockpot for chicken, once chicken is done cooking I put the rice in the chicken water and cook on low, I use the remnants of my carrot and celery in his food when I make myself juice, and a food processor is an absolute must! He's keeping his food down and seems to be much more lively. Thank you for the portion recommendations. I was having a hard time finding the sweet spot.
Kerri says
I have two dogs one us 70lb rottie and a King Sheppard who is 110lbs, but he is 20 lbs overweight and 10 years old. How many servings does this recipe make? I have tried all sorts if diets for him and he just isn't loosing. I think this might work.
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Kerri!
The number of servings from one batch depends on your dogs weight. With this diets our vet recommended 1 cup per 10 pounds! Between Hooch & Rebel we go through 14 cups a night. I can usually make one batch last 2-3 nights. I highly recommend talking to your vet before starting this diet to make sure it is right for your pup!
Jaime says
Hi there! Im wondering how long this recipe will stay fresh in the fridge? Thanks, Jaime.
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Jamie!
We usually go through one batch every 2-3 days & it seems to hold up just fine by that third day. I would say it should hold for up to a week in the fridge!
Zak says
Is the number of cups per pound a recommended value? When I do the math on my dogs current food, he totals 543 calories a day (actually probably a little less) he is 30lbs. We have been feeding him as a less active dog because our new baby has been causing us to get out a little less.
With 1 cup totaling 288 calories from this recipe, if I were to do a cup per 10 lbs he would be pretty significantly over his normal calorie amount (864 calories) (he has been holding at a healthy 30lbs for years). To match his present calorie value he would need 1.89 cups. Is this generally a recipe/calculation more suited for larger dogs?
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Zak!
Congrats on your new baby!!
With this type of diet, it is common to feed a dog 1 cup of food for every 10 pounds. Since you guys are not able to get out as much, I would recommend talking to your vet to get a better answer on the exact amount to feed your dog!
I hope this helps & congratulations again!
Wendy Browne says
Here's the caloric calculator that vets use. I've found it accurate for weight control on my own dogs: https://petnutritionalliance.org/dog.php
Along with reducing calories, you can run the homemade food through a food processer into a paste type fine texture and use it on a lickimat, as the licking actually equates to physical exercise.
Sandi says
A little over two years ago, my small miniature poodle was diagnosed with the beginning stages of kidney disease. I showed my veterinarian the recipe you make and asked if I could try this for Buffy. He gave me the go ahead. Well here we are better then two years later, the kidney disease has not progressed at all. Did I mention that Buffy is almost 18? I usually make two batches at once. One of the ground beef and one of ground chicken or turkey. I portion it out into 1 cup containers and freeze it. She is one happy little girl and I am one very happy pet owner. Thank you so much for posting this recipe.
Laurel Heidtman says
I have sometimes cooked from scratch for our dogs over the years, and this has motivated me to do so again. This looks even better than the bags of FreshPet I often buy. But I have a question that has nothing to do with the recipe.
Do you know what breed or breeds Hooch is? I was surprised when I saw his pictures because he looks like our Buster (also in the 80 lb. range). Hooch has more white on top of his head than Buster does, but otherwise I wouldn't be able to tell them apart. We live in the woods on private land inside Daniel Boone National Forest, and Buster found our house about 11 years ago after being abandoned by someone who didn't deserve him. So, we have no idea what his parentage is, although I've always guessed Boxer is in there somewhere.
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Laurel!
We are not 100% sure what our Hooch is, but we are pretty sure he is a Boxer & German Shepherd mix, at least that's what we were told!
I have only seen a few dogs that look like him, & I am always blown away by it!
We are so sorry that your sweet by was abandoned! Whoever did that to him definitely didn't deserve him! So happy that he now has ya'll as his family! We hope that he loves this food just as much as Hooch does!
Gina says
I just started using your recipe for my 2 small dogs. They absolutely love it! They both have very sensitive stomachs and have frequent diarrhea. The first week I used white rice and they seemed OK. The next batch, I switched to brown rice and I noticed very loose stools. Do you think the brown rice has too much fiber? Also, (sorry to be gross) even though I chop the carrots very fine, I still see a lot of carrot in their stool. Is that normal? Should I try green beans or peas?
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Gina!
We are so happy to hear that your dogs love this recipe!
You can use either rice when making this recipe! We always recommend talking with your vet about the ingredients in this recipe if they are making their stomachs upset! Carrots in the stool is 100% normal! No need to be worried! We have given our dogs both peas & green beans & they have loved both, but on a daily basis they are fed green beans.
Hope this helps!
Rebecca says
Just found your Most Excellent site & plan to start making food & home made treats for Khaleesi, my Yorkshire terrier princess. I pay close attention to anything that goes in or on her & question that her high end kibble might be causing skin issues. Started a home delivery service but that’s quite costly. I feel better having control & your site is concise & so helpful in building my confidence. Retired now, have time & tools & want the best for my little lass. Thank you for an informative & generous site. Hugs from Khaleesi & Rebecca
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Rebecca!
We are so happy to hear that this recipe has caught your attention & we hope that Khaleesi will help her skin issues!!!
Erin says
Hi all! I came here all excited to make homemade food because I thought I might save some money while controlling the ingredients. I was really shocked when I saw the volume of food they are fed per day. A cup per 10 lbs of body weight? I am currently feeding my large dogs a pretty pricey limited diet dry food but in doing the math, I'd have to make 15 cups of food a day of sirloin, eggs, veggies, brown rice and omega 3s. That doesn't seem price effective at all. How do you do this for any length of time and actually save money versus? I love my babies and have specifically purchased the grain free, poultry free, etc. food, but really wanted to do more.
Eliza Clendenin says
Hi Erin!
We buy all of the ingredients in bulk for our dogs at stores such as Sams Club or Costco. We find it to be more cost effective for us. We feed our dogs a total of 14 cups of food a day between the two of them & we typically will make a new batch ever 2-3 days.
Hope this helps.
Eliza