Senior Joint Support Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 8 oz wild-caught salmon fillet (cubed)
- 2 cups butternut squash (peeled, cubed)
- 1 cup green beans (trimmed, chopped)
- 1 cup carrots (diced)
- 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp sardines in water (drained, mashed)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 4 cups low-sodium bone broth
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown rice (uncooked)
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat and lightly brown chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes, then set aside.
- Add bone broth and water to the pot, then stir in brown rice, butternut squash, and carrots; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until rice is tender and vegetables are soft.
- Add chicken back to pot along with salmon, green beans, and blueberries; cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes until fish flakes easily.
- Remove from heat and stir in sardines and ground flaxseed; let cool completely to room temperature before serving.
- Portion into individual servings and refrigerate or freeze as needed.
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 4 cups of finished stew: 1,500 mg glucosamine HCl, 1,200 mg chondroitin sulfate, 500 mg MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), 2,000 mg omega-3 fish oil (providing 600mg EPA + 400mg DHA), and 1/4 tsp turmeric powder with pinch of black pepper. Mix supplements thoroughly into each portion immediately before serving.
Nutritional Analysis
1.5 cups (for 25lb dog)| Calories | 485 kcal |
| Protein | 32g (38% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (18% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 42g (40% DM) |
| Fiber | 5g (6% DM) |
| Moisture | 68% |
| Calcium | 0.8% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.14:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days or freeze in portioned containers for up to 3 months. Always thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator overnight, never at room temperature. Reheat gently to lukewarm only—never hot. Discard any uneaten food left out for more than 2 hours. Consult your veterinarian before introducing this recipe, especially if your dog has kidney disease, pancreatitis, or is on blood thinners.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute chicken with turkey of equal weight as it changes protein/fat ratios; do not replace salmon with tilapia as it lacks sufficient omega-3s for joint support; do not use regular broth instead of low-sodium as excess sodium strains senior hearts; do not omit the black pepper as it activates turmeric's curcumin; do not swap brown rice with white rice as it spikes blood sugar in senior dogs.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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