July/August 2010 - Dogs Naturally Magazine
July/August 2010 - Dogs Naturally Magazine
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quire the acquisition of a meat grinder<br />
capable or pulverizing bones, which can<br />
add to the initial start-up costs.<br />
Some vets advise against homemade<br />
meals and if this causes a conflict, it may<br />
be necessary to locate an alternative or<br />
holistic vet who will support and assist<br />
you with your decision.<br />
If you have larger animals or a multi-pet<br />
household, the ingredients storage can<br />
become an issue – a dedicated chest<br />
freezer might be a wise investment, so<br />
you can store raw ingredients and finished<br />
meals.<br />
Here are two tasty recipes you might like<br />
to prepare at home and offer as a treat<br />
or accompaniment to your dog’s regular<br />
food – and a first step in getting off the<br />
kibble bandwagon:<br />
Liver Loaf Treats<br />
This delicious recipe is nutritious and<br />
delicious, and can be sliced up into any<br />
size to make training treats suitable for<br />
your individual pet. The added bonus is<br />
that this treat is completely wheat-free.<br />
Ingredients<br />
1 lb fresh raw organic beef liver<br />
3 free range eggs<br />
¼ cup canola or other vegetable oil<br />
1 clove fresh garlic, crushed<br />
2 cups instant oats<br />
1 tbsp applesauce<br />
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)<br />
3 tbsp powdered kelp (optional)<br />
Filtered water sufficient to make a batter<br />
What To Do<br />
Process the liver in a blender or food<br />
processor, until completely pureed.<br />
Beat the eggs in a bowl and pour in the<br />
oil. Add the liver. Mix in the dry ingredients<br />
slowly, so they are thoroughly combined.<br />
Add water gradually, until you<br />
have a ‘batter’ consistency. Pour into a<br />
loaf tin. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.<br />
Cool in the tin then gently turn the<br />
loaf out onto a rack and refrigerate to<br />
cool completely. Slice with a sharp knife<br />
and dice into bite sized pieces appropriate<br />
for your pet.<br />
Salmon & Peach Cooler<br />
This recipe is super-simple to prepare<br />
makes a refreshing recipe to beat the<br />
summer heat. Be sure to use cooked<br />
boneless salmon only.<br />
Ingredients<br />
1 cup very lightly cooked boneless<br />
salmon fillet with skin.<br />
2 diced fresh peaches, stones removed<br />
1 cup roughly chopped watercress<br />
¼ cup diced cucumber<br />
¼ cup flaked almonds<br />
½ cup plain yogurt<br />
3 tbsp honey (optional)<br />
2 tbsp olive oil<br />
1 sprig fresh basil to garnish<br />
What To Do<br />
Combine the first seven ingredients in a<br />
bowl so they are thoroughly mixed.<br />
Spoon into a serving dish or use to top<br />
your dog's regular food.<br />
Add the mango on top and finish with<br />
the fresh basil.<br />
Serve for your dog in moderate portions,<br />
once cooled. Store in a refrigerator and<br />
serve a little each day, or freeze in individual<br />
portions for later use.<br />
Once you understand and witness the<br />
benefits of serving fresh, healthy, home<br />
prepared food that’s been created with<br />
your own hands – and infused with love<br />
and good intent – the habit will likely<br />
become a part of your routine. Even if<br />
it’s just a more occasional treat, the fun<br />
of making (and sometimes actually sharing)<br />
the food that your dog eats, is novel<br />
and rewarding for everyone!<br />
Lucy Postins is a companion animal<br />
nutritionist and founder of The Honest<br />
Kitchen, a natural pet food company<br />
in San Diego, CA. More nutritional<br />
resources are available on<br />
www.thehonestkitchen.com<br />
or (866) 437 9729.<br />
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