Turkey Meatloaf for Dogs
This turkey meatloaf for dogs is an easy recipe that they will love. Made with ground turkey, packed with veggies and rice, it’s a meal in a slice!
This is a gluten free dog meatloaf recipe which is great for any dogs with allergies too. It’s a great way to make homemade dog food with ground turkey.
My dogs loved this recipe and would demand this be on their weekly menu if they could!
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Can Dogs Eat Meatloaf?
The meatloaf you eat may not be a good choice for your dog as it could have onions or garlic in it which should not be fed to dogs. There’s also a chance it will have spices and MSG that dogs cannot have.
Creating a dog friendly meatloaf recipe is an easy way to ensure that they enjoy a dinner treat too. Try our mini chicken meatloaves, turkey meatloaf muffins or lamb meatloaf for another protein packed meal.
Why Your Dog Will Love This Recipe!
This meatloaf is moist, flavorful, and filled with dog-friendly ingredients that smell as good as they taste. The soft texture makes it easy to chew for pups of all ages, and the natural ingredients ensure they’re getting a meal that’s both delicious and nourishing.
Ingredients
Ground turkey – Lean and high in protein, ground turkey is a great alternative to beef and helps support muscle development and energy levels.
Pumpkin puree helps keep the meatloaf moist and is a great vegetable for dogs. When using canned pumpkin puree DO NOT use pumpkin pie filling. Check the labels for any ingredients unsuitable for dogs.
Broccoli – A super veggie packed with vitamins A, C, and K, along with fiber and antioxidants.
Carrots – A super veggie packed with vitamins A, C, and K, along with fiber and antioxidants.
Brown Rice – A carbohydrate source that’s easy on your pup’s tummy and provides sustained energy.
Flaxseed was used to bind the meatloaf in place of breadcrumbs. This ensures that the doggie meatloaf is gluten free. This could be substituted with a dog friendly flour if you don’t have flaxseed.
Egg – A great binder that also adds protein and essential nutrients like biotin and selenium.
The fresh parsley is used for their antioxidants and health benefits.
How To Make Turkey Meatloaf For Dogs
This is an easy one bowl recipe and has a mix of meat, vegetables and rice. The vegetables are grated and finely chopped for easy digestion and to keep the loaf moist.
Add all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Mix well.
Spoon into a prepared 2lb loaf tin and press down.
Bake until firm and golden.
Recipe Tips
Use a silicone loaf pan or line a regular one with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Don’t overbake – Keep the loaf moist by baking just until set (about 45 minutes at 350°F), then letting it cool completely.
Portion it out – Slice the loaf into serving-sized pieces and store extras in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Always check ingredients – Make sure your pumpkin puree is plain (no added sugar or spices), and avoid any seasoning in your ground turkey.
Chop veggies finely – This helps with digestion and makes it easier to mix the loaf evenly.
How To Store Turkey Veggie Meatloaf
Store this turkey meatloaf in the fridge in a sealed container. We cut ours into slices and chunks for easier future dinners and snacks. It should keep for up to 4 days.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You can freeze this meatloaf for later use and it should last about 3 months in the freezer. Slice the meatloaf and place parchment paper in between slices to stop it sticking. Place in a ziplock bag or air tight container.
Defrost in the fridge. If you wish to serve this warm, reheat in the oven for 15 minutes until warm through. Just ensure it is not too hot before serving
The vegetables can be varied. Swap the broccoli for kale or spinach.
Use mini loaf tins for small loafs.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup broccoli cut into small pieces
- 1 cup carrots grated
- 1/2 cup brown rice cooked
- 1/3 cup flaxseed
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 medium egg beaten
- 1/4 cup parsley, fresh chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees.
- Line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment paper.
- Place all in the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
- Spoon the mixture into the loaf tin and press down evenly.
- Bake for an hour.
- Drain off any grease, slice and serve.
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can these recipes be home canned?
Although I’ve not yet tried it, I cannot see why not. Hope you enjoy the recipes!
Hello Angela
just wanted to say a huge thankyou for the recipes,
we have no problems with him eating now, plate cleared every meal time,
I was just wondering if the meat loaf could be cooked in the slow cooker, and what setting would be best, it would be great if it could be, I am going to try the stew next but have no worries about him eating it.
thankyou again for some super recipes
Cathy.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I have not tried this in a slow cooker but would guess that you could make it at high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 until meatloaf reaches internal temperature of 160 degrees. Glad your dog enjoys the recipes as much as mine do!
My 65 lb dig had tplo surgery last week and I couldn’t get her to eat. I tried this recipe and now she will not eat anything else.thank u so much
I am delighted that she enjoyed the recipe. Wishing her a full recovery!
My dog had tplo surgery last week and I couldn’t get her to eat. I came across your recipe for turkey meatloaf and tried it. She absolutely loves it. However I couldn’t find pumpkin puree so I used some canned pure pumpkin. She’s always been picky however not today! Thank u so much I will be trying more of your recipes.
My beagle absolutely loves this meatloaf. NOTE: I supplement his kibble with 1 tbsp of meatloaf. He does the happy dance at meal time when he smells it reheating (12 seconds in the microwave). I make two mini loaves and after cooking and cooling, I cut into tablespoon-sizes servings. I then keep enough in the fridge for 4 days, about 8 tbsp, and freeze the rest to take out as needed. (I also added 1/2 tsp. of organic thyme to the recipe for extra flavor.)
Awh! I adore the happy dance! Delighted he loves it! I like the idea of mini loaves too! Thanks for the tip!