10 Easy Crockpot Dog Food Recipes That Your Pup Will Love
Ever feel like your dog eats better than you? Same. But guess what? Cooking for your pup doesn’t have to be some overwhelming 😉
With a crockpot, even the laziest among us can pull it off. Dump the stuff in, walk away, come back to a tail-wagging feast.
I’ve got 10 super simple recipes that even your dog’s picky taste buds will approve of. Let’s do this.
1. Chicken and Rice Delight

This one’s a classic. You’ve probably eaten a version of it yourself.
Ingredients:
- 3 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 cups brown rice (don’t use white, your dog deserves better)
- 1 cup chopped carrots (make them tiny, so your dog doesn’t give you side-eye)
- 1 cup green beans (frozen? fresh? who cares, it works)
- 4 cups water
Instructions:
- Rinse that rice. Don’t skip it unless you want a gloopy mess.
- Lay the chicken in the crockpot like a fancy bedspread.
- Add everything else on top. Pour in water (enough to cover it all).
- Turn the crockpot to low and forget about it for 6-8 hours.
- When it’s done, shred the chicken with a fork. Don’t be lazy. Mix it all up.
- Wait for it to cool. Hot food = bad news for dog tongues.
Why it rocks: Rice is great for digestion, chicken gives protein, veggies add vitamins. It’s a win-win. Plus, it’s so easy, a goldfish could make it. 😉
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2. Turkey and Sweet Potato Stew

Sweet potatoes are like dog candy, but healthier.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey (turkey for Thanksgiving? Or Tuesday.)
- 2 large sweet potatoes (cut into cubes, like dice)
- 1 cup spinach (frozen is fine, no judging)
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
- First, peel and chop the sweet potatoes. Small chunks make life easier.
- Put the turkey in the crockpot first. Break it up with your hands if you’re feeling fancy.
- Throw the sweet potatoes and spinach on top of the turkey.
- Add water—don’t drown it, just enough to cook everything nicely.
- Set it to low for 4-6 hours. Walk away.
- Mash the potatoes a bit when it’s done. Stir it all up and let it cool.
Why your dog will drool: Sweet potatoes are loaded with goodness (vitamins, fiber, all that jazz), and turkey is lean. This one’s a no-brainer.
3. Beef and Veggie Bowl

This smells good enough to eat yourself, no joke.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (get lean, or don’t, I’m not your mom)
- 1 cup zucchini (cut into chunks, peel on—your dog won’t care)
- 1 cup carrots (diced because choking hazards = bad)
- 2 cups quinoa (fancy, right?)
- 3 cups water
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa. It’s bitter if you don’t.
- Put the beef in first. Break it up so it cooks evenly.
- Toss the zucchini, carrots, and quinoa on top.
- Add water. Cover everything; no dry patches.
- Turn on low for 6-8 hours. Go watch Netflix.
- Stir it up when it’s done. Make sure no raw beef is hiding in there. Cool it down before serving.
Why it’s awesome: Beef brings the protein, quinoa’s got fancy nutrients, and the veggies? Well, they’re veggies. It’s good stuff.
4. Salmon and Spinach Delight

Sounds like something from a posh doggy menu, right?
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets (boneless, skinless, no bones, duh)
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not the pie kind, don’t ruin this)
- 2 cups water
Instructions:
- Place the salmon in the crockpot first. It’s the star of the show.
- Add spinach and pumpkin on top.
- Pour in the water—just enough so it doesn’t burn.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours. No peeking.
- When it’s done, flake the salmon into little bits. No giant chunks, unless you want your dog to choke. Mix everything. Cool it.
Why your dog deserves this: Salmon is full of omega-3s for that Instagram-worthy shiny coat, and pumpkin keeps the plumbing running smoothly. Fancy and functional. 🙂
Alternatively, you can try these treats!
5. Lamb and Lentil Medley

Feeling extra? This one’s for you.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground lamb (fancy pants)
- 1 cup lentils (rinse ‘em, unless you enjoy grit)
- 1 cup carrots (yes, more carrots)
- 3 cups water
Instructions:
- Put the lamb in the crockpot first. Break it up like you’re mad at it.
- Add the lentils and carrots.
- Pour in water—don’t drown it, but make sure the lentils have enough to cook.
- Set to low for 6-8 hours. Take a nap or something.
- Stir it all together when it’s done. Let it cool before feeding your dog (duh).
Why it’s worth it: Lamb’s great for dogs with beef or chicken allergies, and lentils are a fiber goldmine. Fancy food for fancy pups.
6. Chicken, Apple, and Veggie Blend

Sweet, savory, and totally dog-approved.
Ingredients:
- 3 chicken breasts (don’t forget the boneless part)
- 1 apple (core it, seeds = poison)
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup carrots
- 4 cups water
Instructions:
- Dice the apple into small chunks. Keep it seed-free unless you want a vet bill.
- Add the chicken to the crockpot first.
- Layer the apple, peas, and carrots on top.
- Pour in water. Cover it all up.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Go live your life.
- Shred the chicken and mix it all together. Cool it down before serving.
Why dogs love it: Apples bring a touch of sweetness, peas and carrots add fiber, and chicken’s just a solid protein. Simple and delicious.
7. Pork and Green Bean Feast

Pork + veggies = happy tails!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup green beans (trimmed, chopped)
- 1 cup butternut squash (cubed—frozen works if you’re lazy, like me)
- 3 cups water
Instructions:
- Toss the pork into the crockpot first. Break it up so it doesn’t turn into a giant lump.
- Add the green beans and squash on top. Don’t be fancy—just throw it in.
- Pour in the water, enough to make it all cook nicely but not soup.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook for 4-6 hours.
- Stir it up when it’s done, and make sure it’s not too hot before serving (unless your dog likes eating lava).
Why it’s awesome: Pork is a protein powerhouse, and green beans + squash add fiber and nutrients. Plus, dogs love the savory flavors. It’s basically their version of a Sunday roast.
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8. Duck and Sweet Potato Hash

Fancy? Yep. Delicious? Also yep.
Ingredients:
- 2 duck breasts (cubed—pretend you’re on a cooking show)
- 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 3 cups water
Instructions:
- Cut the duck into small cubes. If there’s any fat, keep it—it’s tasty and healthy for dogs.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes. Keep them small enough to cook evenly.
- Layer the duck, sweet potatoes, and spinach in your crockpot like a weird lasagna.
- Pour in the water, covering everything nicely.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Go do something fun while it cooks.
- Stir it all together when it’s done. Cool it before serving because no one likes a burnt tongue, even dogs.
Why your dog will love it: Duck is rich and full of flavor, while sweet potatoes and spinach bring vitamins and antioxidants. This is premium dog dining at its finest. 🙂
9. Vegetarian Lentil and Pumpkin Stew

Meat-free, but still full of goodness.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup lentils (rinsed—seriously, rinse them)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened, because dogs don’t need pumpkin spice vibes)
- 1 cup zucchini (diced)
- 4 cups water
Instructions:
- Start by rinsing the lentils to remove any dirt or weird stuff.
- Throw the lentils, pumpkin puree, and zucchini into the crockpot.
- Pour in the water—don’t skimp, lentils soak up liquid like crazy.
- Set the crockpot to low and let it cook for 6-8 hours.
- Stir it up when it’s done, and mash it a little if your dog prefers a smoother texture.
- Let it cool. Nobody needs molten lentils.
Why it’s great: Lentils are packed with protein and fiber, pumpkin helps with digestion, and zucchini keeps things light and hydrating. Who says vegetarian food is boring?
10. Quinoa and Ground Turkey Mix

Quick, easy, and a guaranteed tail-wagger.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean, unless your dog’s bulking)
- 2 cups quinoa (rinsed—trust me, it’s bitter if you skip this)
- 1 cup carrots (chopped small)
- 1 cup peas (frozen or fresh)
- 4 cups water
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa. I know, it’s a pain, but just do it.
- Toss the turkey into the crockpot first. Break it up so it cooks evenly.
- Add the carrots, peas, and quinoa. Layer it like you care, or don’t—it’s fine either way.
- Pour in the water, enough to cover the quinoa and veggies.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Go read a book or something.
- Stir it up when it’s done, making sure everything’s evenly mixed. Let it cool before serving.
Why it works: Turkey is lean and packed with protein, quinoa is a superfood (fancy, huh?), and the veggies bring vitamins and fiber. It’s balanced, easy, and delicious.
Final Thoughts
Cooking for your dog doesn’t need to be rocket science. Crockpots make it ridiculously easy—you basically just dump, set, and forget. Plus, you get to control every ingredient, which means no scary mystery meat or weird preservatives.
Pro Tips to Keep You Sane:
- Always let the food cool before serving. Unless you enjoy the sound of your dog yelping from a burnt tongue.
- Make big batches and freeze the extras. Meal prep isn’t just for gym bros.
- Adjust ingredients based on your dog’s allergies or preferences. They’re picky little furballs sometimes.
At the end of the day, your dog will love you for it, and you’ll feel like a rockstar pet parent. So, grab that crockpot and get cooking. You’ve got this! 🙂

I’ve spent 10+ years in dog training, digging into what makes dogs (and their humans) tick. At Smart Dog Learning, I share my no-nonsense, fun approach to training so you can enjoy life with a well-behaved, happy pup—no boring lectures, just practical results 😉