Instructions

1. Cook the rice. Rinse 1 cup of brown rice. Add to a pot with 2.5 cups water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until tender (about 35–40 minutes). Fluff and set aside.
2. Prep the veggies. Dice carrots and chop green beans into small, bite-size pieces. Smaller pieces help digestion and mixing.
3. Brown the beef. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat. Break it up into small crumbles. Do not use added salt or seasoning. Drain excess fat if the meat is not lean.
4. Lightly steam the vegetables. Steam carrots and green beans until just tender (about 5–7 minutes). This keeps nutrients while making them easy on the stomach.
5. Add eggs (optional). Crack eggs into the hot skillet after removing the beef or scramble them in a separate pan. Cook fully.
6. Combine in a large bowl. Mix cooked beef, rice, veggies, and pumpkin puree. Add olive or salmon oil and a splash of low-sodium broth or water if you want a softer texture.
7. Add calcium. Stir in the appropriate amount of eggshell powder or a veterinary-formulated calcium supplement. Don’t skip this step—homemade dog meals need added calcium.
8. Cool completely. Let the meal cool to room temperature before portioning. Hot food can sweat in containers and spoil faster.
9. Portion by weight. For most adult dogs, start with 2–3% of body weight per day in food, split into two meals. Adjust based on activity, age, and body condition. Example: a 25 lb dog might start around 8–12 ounces total per day.
10. Add multivitamin (optional). If using a dog-specific multivitamin, follow label directions and give with a meal.