Puppy Growth Formula
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground chicken (cooked, drained of excess fat)
- 1 cup brown rice (cooked)
- 1/2 cup sweet potato (cooked and mashed)
- 1/4 cup green beans (steamed and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sardines in water (drained, mashed with bones)
- 1 tablespoon ground eggshell powder (or 1/2 tsp calcium carbonate)
- 1 tablespoon fish oil (salmon or cod liver)
- 1 teaspoon sunflower oil
- 1/4 cup carrots (finely grated)
- 1/4 cup peas (cooked and slightly mashed)
- 1/2 teaspoon iodized salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook ground chicken thoroughly in a large skillet over medium heat until no pink remains, breaking into small crumbles. Drain excess fat and set aside to cool.
- Cook brown rice according to package directions using low-sodium chicken broth for extra flavor. Fluff and let cool.
- Steam sweet potato until very soft, then mash thoroughly with a fork until no lumps remain.
- Steam green beans and peas until tender, then finely chop or mash for easy digestion.
- Grate carrots finely so they incorporate well and are easy for puppies to eat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled chicken, rice, sweet potato, green beans, peas, and carrots.
- Add mashed sardines (including soft bones for calcium) and mix well.
- Sprinkle ground eggshell powder evenly over the mixture and stir thoroughly to distribute calcium.
- Add fish oil, sunflower oil, and iodized salt. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Portion into daily servings based on puppy's weight and store appropriately. Bring refrigerated food to room temperature before serving.
💊 Required Supplements
For puppies under 6 months: Add 1/4 teaspoon of a complete canine vitamin-mineral supplement (such as Balance IT Canine or comparable) per 5 lbs of body weight daily. Add 250mg Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols) per batch. For puppies 6-12 months: Reduce vitamin supplement to 1/8 teaspoon per 5 lbs body weight. Add 1/4 teaspoon kelp powder for trace minerals. Always consult your veterinarian before adding any supplements to ensure proper dosing for your specific puppy's breed size and needs.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb puppy, adjust proportionally)| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 32g (32% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (14% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 35g (35% DM) |
| Fiber | 3.5g (3.5% DM) |
| Moisture | 70% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.85% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.3:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate portions in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze individual servings in ice cube trays or small containers for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator, never at room temperature. Always wash hands and all surfaces thoroughly after handling raw chicken. Discard any uneaten food left out for more than 30 minutes. Monitor your puppy's weight weekly and adjust portions as needed. Schedule regular veterinary checkups to ensure proper growth rate.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute ground chicken with ground beef or lamb without adjusting fat ratios, as this can lead to excessive fat intake and potential pancreatitis in puppies. Do NOT replace sardines with tuna or swordfish due to mercury concerns. Do NOT use raw eggshells without proper grinding and sterilization. Do NOT add onions, garlic, grapes, raisins, or xylitol as these are toxic to dogs. Do NOT substitute brown rice with white rice exclusively as it lacks essential B vitamins. Any ingredient changes require recalculation of calcium-phosphorus ratios to prevent developmental bone disease.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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