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 or lamb meatloaf for another protein packed meal.
HOW TO MAKE TURKEY MEATLOAF FOR DOGS
This is an easy one bowl recipe and has a great balance of meat, vegetables and rice. The vegetables are grated and finely chopped for easy digestion and to keep the loaf moist.
Pumpkin puree helps keep the meatloaf moist and is a great vegetable for dogs. We use our homemade. If you use tinned, DO NOT use pumpkin pie filling. Check the labels for any ingredients unsuitable for dogs.
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.
The fresh parsley is used for their antioxidants and health benefits.
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.
More ground turkey recipes for dogs
Ground Turkey Vegetable Dinner
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Turkey Meatloaf for Dogs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup broccoli cut into small pieces
- 2 carrots grated
- ½ cup brown rice cooked
- ⅓ cup flaxseed
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 medium egg beaten
- ¼ 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.
Elaine Smith says
can these recipes be home canned?
AngelaC says
Although I've not yet tried it, I cannot see why not. Hope you enjoy the recipes!
Cathy says
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.
AngelaC says
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!