How To Make Homemade Dog Food (Slow Cooker Recipe)

Slow cooker homemade dog food is an easy way to prepare a hearty meal packed with wholesome ingredients your pup will love. This canine approved recipe is a convenient option for pet owners who want to know exactly what’s going into their dog’s bowl.

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There’s no doubt about it, my dogs are part of my family.

And that means when my vet recommended supplementing their dry dog food, I knew I would do what it takes to keep them healthy and happy.

This slow cooker homemade dog food is an easy way to give my pups what they need in a bowl of food they love.

It combines protein-rich ground beef, wholesome brown rice, colorful vegetables, and flavorful herbs into a balanced meal that’s easy to prepare and cooks while you go about your day.

Ingredients like sweet potatoes, green beans, carrots, peas, and spinach provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals, while the beef and optional beef liver offer high-quality protein and important nutrients that help support healthy muscles and overall wellness.

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Plus, making homemade dog food also gives you complete control over the ingredients.

This makes it perfect for picky pups or just owners that want to avoid unnecessary fillers.

As with any homemade diet, it’s a good idea to check with your veterinarian to ensure it meets your dog’s individual nutritional needs.

And this recipe is perfect for meal prepping for the pups and storing in the refrigerator for quick, homemade meals throughout the week.

Whether you’re supplementing your dog’s regular food or transitioning to more homemade meals with your veterinarian’s guidance, this is sure to have tails wagging at dinnertime.

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Ingredients

To make this you’ll need:

• Ground beef– You can use 80 percent lean or leaner just so it doesn’t cook down too much or get too greasy if your pet’s stomach is sensitive.
• Liver– Beef liver. This is optional. If you use it, give it a rough chop before adding it to the slow cooker.
• Sweet potatoes– Large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced.
• Green beans– Chopped.
• Carrots– Precut matchstick carrots work very well.
• Peas– Frozen.
• Spinach– Chop it. Fresh or frozen work.
• Brown rice– Uncooked.
• Beef broth– You could use beef stock.
• Seasonings– Ground turmeric, black pepper, ground sage, and dried rosemary.
• Olive oil– Optional but recommended.

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How to to Make

This slow cooker homemade dog food is so easy to make!

Just drizzle a bit of olive oil in the bottom of the bowl of your slow cooker to help prevent sticking.

Then add all of the ingredients to the bowl of the slow cooker.

Give everything a good stir to evenly combine the ingredients, being careful not to mash them up.

Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook everything on LOW for 6 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, stirring a couple of times during the cook time.

At the end of the cook time, take the lid off the slow cooker and stir everything together well.

Turn off the slow cooker and allow the mixture to cool completely.

Serve it to your pup in 1 cup portions.

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Storing 

Store this in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

When you are ready to serve it, heat it slightly in the microwave so it’s about room temperature or just slightly warmer but not hot.

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Freezing Instructions

This homemade dog food freezes well.

Just let it cool to room temperature and then scoop 1 cup portions into freezer safe, ziplocking bags.

Freeze them for up to 3 months.

Pull a portion out of the freezer the night before serving to let it thaw in the fridge and heat it slightly in the microwave when you are ready to give it to your pup.

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Tips and Tricks

• If you are skipping the beef liver, you can add another pound of ground beef instead.
• Don’t serve the food hotter than slightly warmer than room temperature (80-90 degrees F). If you serve it too hot, it could burn your dog’s mouth.
• Make sure you consult a veterinian before making any changes to your dog’s diet and follow their advice.

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Other Homemade Recipes for Your Dog

Slow cooker homemade dog food is a very easy way to keep your pup fed and feeling good.

Make it today and get those tails waggin.

Looking for other homemade recipes for your dog?

Try these:

• Copycat Frosty Paws Dog Treats
• Easy Tick Spray For Dogs
• 2 Ingredient Homemade Dog Treats
• Frozen Blueberry Dog Treats
• Natural Flea Shampoo For Dogs

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