The ingredients in every recipe will provide some vitamins and minerals. To reach that optimal number for your dog, you will need to add dog food supplements. This means you need to familiarize yourself beforehand with your dog's nutritional requirements and how much homemade food to feed your pet.
What do you need to add to homemade dog food?
These include chocolate, grapes, raisins, onions, garlic, avocados, and Macadamia nuts. If you want to mix things up, do it with the treats you feed. Offer dog-safe fresh fruits and vegetables as treats.
Do I need to add anything to my dogs food?
Add raw or lightly cooked meat or eggs Adding extra high-quality meat or egg protein reduces the overall carbohydrate content, and is especially good for active dogs or dogs who have become overweight from a high-carbohydrate diet. Eggs can be raw or lightly scrambled.
What nutrients should I add to homemade dog food?
Your dog needs protein (chicken, beef, lamb, duck, etc.), fat from meat or oil, carbohydrates like grains and vegetables, and essential fatty acids, often from plant based oil, oatmeal, and/or eggs. Eggshells provide a good amount of calcium, along with other dairy products.
How much homemade food should I feed my dog per day?
The rule of thumb is about 2 to 3 percent of body weight for adult dogs and cats. That translates to about 16 ounces of food for a 50-pound dog, or 4 ounces of food for a 10-pound cat.
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