20 Drool Worthy Homemade Recipes for Your Dog

As dog lovers, we always want the best for our furry companions. One of the best ways to show love and care is by preparing homemade meals that are nutritious, safe, and tailored to your dog’s specific dietary needs. By making dog food at home, you control the quality of ingredients, avoid harmful preservatives, and ensure your pup gets the healthiest meals possible. Here are 20 easy-to-make and delicious homemade dog food and treat recipes, complete with ingredients and preparation steps.

1. Turkey and Brown Rice Delight

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground turkey. 1 cup cooked brown rice. 1/2 cup chopped carrots. 1/2 cup peas. 1 tbsp olive oil.

Method: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then cook the ground turkey until browned. Add the brown rice, chopped carrots, green beans, and water. Stir everything together and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25 minutes until the rice is tender and the ingredients are well combined. Let it cool before serving.

2. Beef and Quinoa Power Bowl

Ingredients:1 lb. lean ground beef. 1 cup cooked quinoa. 1/2 cup chopped spinach. 1/2 cup sweet potatoes, diced. 1 tbsp coconut oil

Method: In a large pan, heat coconut oil and cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Add in the diced sweet potato and cook for about five minutes until softened. Stir in the chopped spinach and cooked quinoa, then let it cook for another 2-3 minutes. Once everything is well-mixed and fragrant, allow it to cool before serving.

3. Chicken and Vegetable Medley

Ingredients: 2 boneless chicken breasts. 1 cup green beans. 1/2 cup chopped carrots. 1/2 cup peas. 1 tbsp olive oil.

Method: Boil the chicken breasts in water until fully cooked. Remove them from the water and shred them into small pieces. In the same pot, add the green beans, carrots, and peas, and let them simmer for five minutes. Mix the shredded chicken back into the pot, stir everything together, and let it cool before serving.

4. Fish and Sweet Potato Feast

Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets. 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes. 1/2 cup peas.1 tbsp flaxseed oil

Method: Bake salmon at 350°F for 20 minutes, then flake into small pieces. Mix salmon with mashed sweet potatoes and peas. Drizzle with flaxseed oil and let cool before serving.

5. Lamb and Rice Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb. lamb chunks. 1 cup brown rice. 1/2 cup zucchini, chopped. 1/2 cup parsley, chopped

Method: In a large pot, brown the lamb over medium heat. Add the water and brown rice, bringing it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. Add in the chopped zucchini in the last 10 minutes of cooking. Stir everything together and let it cool before serving.

6. Peanut Butter and Banana Biscuits

Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour. 1 ripe banana, mashed. 1/2 cup natural peanut butter. 1/2 cup water

Method: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mash the banana in a bowl, then mix in the peanut butter and whole wheat flour until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and cut it into shapes with a cookie cutter. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until firm. Let them cool completely before serving.

7. Pumpkin and Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients: 1 cup pureed pumpkin. 1 1/2 cups rolled oats. 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Method: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the rolled oats with canned pumpkin and a pinch of cinnamon until a sticky dough forms. Shape the dough into small cookies and place them on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until firm. Let them cool completely before serving.

8. Turkey and Cranberry Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground turkey. 1/2 cup dried cranberries. 1 tsp rosemary

Method: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix the ground turkey with dried cranberries and a beaten egg. Form the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, ensuring they are fully cooked. Let them cool before serving.

9. Beef Liver Training Treats

Ingredients: 1 lb. beef liver, thinly sliced

Method: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Slice the beef liver into thin strips and place them on a lined baking sheet. Bake for about 2 hours until the strips are firm and dry. Let them cool before serving. These make excellent high-protein treats for training sessions.

10. Apple and Carrot Muffins

Ingredients: 1 grated apple, 1 grated carrot, 1 cup oat flour, 2 eggs

Method: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Slice the beef liver into thin strips and place them on a lined baking sheet. Bake for about 2 hours until the strips are firm and dry. Let them cool before serving. These make excellent high-protein treats for training sessions.

Now that we’ve shown you 10 detailed recipes, here are 10 more quick recipes you could rustle up for your dog including a whole wheat or semolina pasta. Remember, there are certain ingredients never to give your dog such as onions and garlic, whole peanuts, and various nuts (which could cause choking), refined flour, chocolate, and avocados. Read on for 8 more recipes.

11. Mixed Chicken and Veggie Semolina Pasta

For this recipe, you could either use semolina spaghetti or any semolina-based pasta and macaroni. Boil the pasta until Al dente. Now cook in some olive oil, chopped chicken breast, mixed veggies such as carrots, beans, white pumpkin. Add a tiny pinch of salt, although it is always preferable not to add salt at all. Instead to give it flavor you could add chicken broth or beef bone broth. When done, mix the pasta and serve. While Semolina pasta can make a good slow release carb for active dogs, it should be given once in a way only because semolina though safe also contains gluten.

12. Chicken and Blueberry Power Bowl

For a nutrient-packed meal, cook 1 cup of brown rice and set it aside. In a pan, cook 1 diced chicken breast in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until golden. Stir in 1/2 cup of blueberries, 1/2 cup of chopped kale, and a splash of water, letting it simmer for a couple of minutes. Once done, mix everything together with the rice and allow it to cool before serving. You can even add boiled pumpkin pieces too. The antioxidants from blueberries and vitamins from kale will boost your pup’s overall health.

13. Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Frozen Treats

For a refreshing snack, mix 1 cup of canned pumpkin with 1/4 cup of unsweetened peanut butter and 1/4 cup of plain yogurt. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds or an ice cube tray and freeze for at least 3 hours. Once frozen, pop them out and serve as a cool summer treat for your pup. These are packed with fiber and healthy fats, making them an excellent digestive aid.

14. Sweet Potato and Chicken Jerky Strips

Slice 1 large sweet potato and 1 chicken breast into thin strips. Lay them on a baking sheet and bake at 200°F (95°C) for about 3 hours, flipping halfway through until they are chewy and fully dehydrated. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container. This homemade jerky is packed with lean protein and fiber, making it a great alternative to store-bought treats.

15. Beef and Green Bean Stir-Fry

In a pan, cook 1/2 lb of lean ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add 1/2 cup of chopped green beans and 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa, stirring everything together for a few minutes. Allow it to cool before serving. This protein-rich meal supports muscle health while providing fiber for digestion.

16. Cottage Cheese and Berry Delight

Mix 1/2 cup of low-fat cottage cheese with 1/4 cup of chopped strawberries and a drizzle of honey (optional). Stir everything together and serve immediately or chill for a refreshing summer snack. This meal is packed with calcium, protein, and antioxidants, making it a great immune-boosting treat for your dog.

17. Tuna and Egg Rice Bowl

Mix 1 can of water-packed tuna (drained) with 1/2 cup of cooked white rice and 1 scrambled egg. Stir everything together and let it cool before serving. This simple dish is high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which promote a shiny coat and healthy skin.

18. Zucchini and Cheese Biscuits

Grate 1 zucchini and mix it with 1/2 cup of shredded low-fat cheese, 1 cup of oat flour, and 1 beaten egg. Form small biscuit shapes and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes until golden. Let them cool before serving. These cheesy treats are a delicious way to sneak in some veggies while keeping snack time exciting.

19. Banana and Flaxseed Oats Pancakes

Mash 1 ripe banana in a bowl and mix it with 1 beaten egg, 1/4 cup of oat flour, and 1 teaspoon of flaxseeds. Heat a non-stick pan and cook small pancake rounds for about 2 minutes per side until golden. Let them cool before serving. These soft, nutritious pancakes are great for dogs of all ages and provide a healthy dose of omega-3s.

20. Carrot and Apple Crunchy Treats

Grate 1 carrot and 1 apple, then mix them with 1 cup of oat flour and 1 beaten egg. Form small cookie shapes and bake them at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes until crispy. Let them cool completely before serving. These crunchy treats are filled with vitamins and are great for promoting healthy teeth and gums.

That’s it. We hope your dog will like these recipes, and if you do happen to have your own, we would love it if you share some with us too.