Limited Ingredient Duck
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (680g) ground duck, 90% lean
- 2 cups (300g) cooked white rice
- 1 cup (150g) cooked sweet potato, mashed
- 1/2 cup (60g) green beans, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp (45ml) sunflower oil
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (30g) spinach, steamed and chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground duck thoroughly, breaking it into small crumbles, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drain excess fat and set aside to cool.
- Cook white rice according to package directions using low-sodium chicken broth instead of water. Fluff and let cool to room temperature.
- Boil sweet potato until fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Peel and mash thoroughly, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Steam green beans and spinach until soft, about 5-7 minutes, then chop into small pieces suitable for easy digestion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled duck, rice, mashed sweet potato, green beans, and spinach. Mix evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sunflower oil together. Pour over meat and vegetable mixture, folding gently to incorporate.
- Divide into 8 equal portions. Refrigerate portions in airtight containers for immediate use or freeze in individual serving bags for up to 3 months.
- Before serving, allow frozen portions to thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Warm gently to room temperature—never microwave.
💊 Required Supplements
Add the following per batch (8 servings total): 1,200mg calcium carbonate powder (provides ~480mg calcium per serving), 600mg fish oil capsules (provides ~240mg EPA/DHA combined), 50mg zinc methionine complex, 200 IU vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol), 25mcg vitamin D3, 100mcg vitamin B12, and 1/4 tsp iodized salt. Mix supplements thoroughly into the final batch before portioning. Do not adjust these dosages without veterinary nutritionist guidance.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb dog)| Calories | 485 kcal |
| Protein | 32g (38% DM) |
| Fat | 18g (22% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 36g (35% DM) |
| Fiber | 3.5g (4% DM) |
| Moisture | 70% |
| Calcium | 1.4% DM |
| Phosphorus | 1.0% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.4:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store refrigerated portions for maximum 5 days at 40°F (4°C) or below. Freeze portions at 0°F (-18°C) for up to 3 months. Always wash hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw poultry. Discard any food left uneaten after 2 hours at room temperature. Introduce gradually over 7-10 days, mixing with current food in increasing ratios. Consult your veterinarian before switching to this recipe, especially for dogs with existing health conditions.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute duck with chicken, beef, or lamb without adjusting fat content and recalculating calcium requirements. Do NOT replace rice with wheat, corn, or soy-based grains—these are common allergens. Do NOT use regular table salt instead of iodized salt, as iodine deficiency can develop over weeks. Do NOT omit or reduce calcium supplementation—this will cause severe nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism. Do NOT add garlic, onion, grapes, raisins, or xylitol, as these are toxic to dogs. Any ingredient substitution requires recalculation by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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