Grain Free Turkey Dog Food Recipe
This grain free turkey dog food recipe is an easy and nutritious way to make your pup’s mealtime more enjoyable. It has all the natural ingredients they need and is entirely grain-free and low carb.
This turkey-based dish is a great source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals, making it ideal for any pup’s diet. Plus, the turkey adds a nice flavor that most dogs love!
Dogs that are suffering from diabetes can benefit from low-carb foods. Mainly because Type 2 Diabetes can be caused by excessive intake of carbs and sugars. Low-carb diets can help normalize the dog’s blood sugar levels and even stimulate weight loss.
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GROUND TURKEY FOR DOGS
Feeding ground turkey to your dog can be a great way to provide them with a healthy and delicious meal. Ground turkey is packed with lean protein and essential vitamins and minerals that are essential for good canine health. It’s also an excellent source of dietary fat, as well as calcium, zinc, magnesium and iron. Additionally, it contains all the essential amino acids your dog needs for a healthy and balanced diet.
DOGS WITH GRAIN-FREE ALLERGIES
Dogs can have allergies to grains, just like humans can have allergies to certain foods. Grains, such as wheat, corn, and soy, are common ingredients in many commercial dog foods. In some dogs, these grains can cause an allergic reaction, leading to symptoms such as itching, skin irritation, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
It’s important to note that not all dogs are allergic to grains, and that some dogs can tolerate grains without any problems. If you suspect your dog may have a grain allergy, it’s a good idea to speak to your veterinarian to determine the best course of action. They may recommend switching to a grain-free diet or conducting allergy testing to determine the specific allergen.
INGREDIENTS
There’s a lot of healthy and natural ingredients in this homemade dog food recipe.
- Ground turkey – try to get lean ground turkey.
- Chicken gizzards – organ meat is a great source of nutrients for dogs.
- Chicken liver – Although very nutritious, liver should not be more than 5% of your dog’s meal.
- Sardines – these oil fish are used for their anti inflammatory properties and their protein content.
- Apple – a great source of vitamin C, A and fiber. Ensure that you do not give your dog any apple seeds.
- Blueberries – a source of anti-oxidants, fiber and vitamins.
- Parsley – aids digestion and great for dogs breath.
- Chia seeds – a good source of omega 3 fatty acids.
- Ground flaxseeds – great for skin and coat health.
- Shiitake Mushrooms – great for the immune system
- Broccoli – a low carb vegetable full of vitamins
- Green Beans – great for fiber and vitamins
- Coconut oil – a healthy oil for dogs.
Remember to go slowly when introducing new foods. And we recommend checking with your veterinarian first if your dog has any digestive issues or other health concerns.
HOW TO MAKE GRAIN FREE TURKEY DOG FOOD RECIPE
Cook meat in the coconut oil
Add vegetables and berries
Cover and cook.
Feed to happy doggo!
STORAGE
Keep this homemade dog food in the fridge in airtight container and it should last up to 4 days.
To freeze, once cooled, spoon into either zip lock bags or airtight containers and store in the freezer. It will last up to 3 months. Defrost thoroughly before serving.
VARIATIONS
This recipe can be tweaked to what you have in your fridge and if your dog have any preferences:
- Swap the ground turkey with ground chicken but ensure that it is lean.
- Use other low carb vegetables such as kale, cauliflower and pumpkin.
- Top with a quails egg, chicken’s neck or chicken’s foot.
MORE GRAIN-FREE DOG FOOD RECIPES
If you are looking for grain-free dog food recipes, your dogs may enjoy these:
Fish and Sweet Potato Dog Food
Grain Free Turkey Dog Food
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey lean
- 1 oz chicken liver
- 4 oz chicken gizzards
- 4 oz sardines
- 2 oz green beans chopped
- 2 oz broccoli chopped
- 2 oz blueberries
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh, chopped
- 2 oz apple chopped
- 2 oz shiitake mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large pan or skillet on a medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey, chicken liver and chicken gizzards. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the vegetables, blueberries, parsley, apple, chia seeds, ground flaxseed and mushrooms. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
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Hello,
This recipe is exactly what I have been looking for! Can I do everything the same but switch up the protein for ground chicken or, ground beef and add the same protein liver or mix that up too? Also, 1 serving size is 1 cup, 4 oz, yes?
Thank you,
Michele
Hi, delighted you found us! By all means change the protein. The liver can be the same or swapped with another liver too. And yes, one serving is one up. Hope your dog enjoys the recipe!
Hello,
I forgot to ask. Can I add all the raw ingredients to a crockpot and cook it all in there? If yes, for how long on low? Also, I just want to make sure, 1 cup of the cooked food is 4 ounces, right?
Thank you,
Michele
So sorry,
How long can I keep it in the fridge after cooking and how long in the freezer?
Michele
Keep it for 4 to 5 days. It will last up to 3 months in the freeze.
I don’t think you saw this question.
Can I add all the raw ingredients to a crockpot and cook everything at the same time? If yes, for how long on low? Also, I want to make sure, 1 cup of the cooked food is 4 ounces, right? Sorry for so many questions but I want to make it this weekend and I want to make sure I do it right.
Thank you,
Michele
Hi
For cooking in a crockpot, if a dish usually takes: 15-30 mins, cook it for 1-2 hours on High or 4-6 hours on Low. Add everything at the same time. There are 8 servings of 4oz each, which is about half a cup. I am sure it will turn out great and your dog will love it! Let us know how it worked out!
How much do you feed a 65 pound dog?
Hi, serving suggestions are 3 to 3 1/4 cups of food. But always check with your vet.
How many cups per day for a 90lb 12 year English Labrador?
For a 90-pound, 12-year-old English Labrador, the recommended daily amount of homemade dog food is approximately 5¾ cups, based on general feeding guidelines for homemade diets.It’s advisable to divide this daily portion into two, to aid digestion and maintain energy levels.However, individual needs can vary based on factors like activity level, metabolism, and health status. Given your dog’s age, it’s important to monitor their weight and overall health, adjusting portions as necessary.
My dog doesn’t like some of these ingredients, like sardines, green beans or mushrooms. So what should I sub them for or is it ok to just leave them out?
You could leave them out or replace the sardines with fish oil or salmon, green beans and mushrooms can be replaced by any other dog friendly vegetables. Perhaps carrots or pumpkin?