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Doggie Meatloaf
A nutrient-dense loaf incorporating organ meats and sardines for a rich profile of amino acids. This grain-free recipe is ideal for high-protein dietary needs.
Prep
10 min
Cook
55 min
Yields
About 24 cups
Level
medium
Ingredients
- 3 lb ground beef
- 10 oz beef liver
- 10 oz chicken gizzards
- 2 tins sardines in water, no salt (95g tin size)
- 3 tablespoons ea kelp powder
- 2 teaspoons ginger, fresh peeled and grated
- 5 large eggswith shells
- 3 oz red pepper
- 5 oz baby spinach leaves
- 4 oz broccoli
- 6 oz pumpkin peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil or flaxseed oil
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 170C/325F degrees.
- Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend.
- Pour the mixture into a large 3 lb loaf tin (or use a muffin tin).
- Bake for 45-55 minutes until slightly firm.
- Serve warm.
Substitutions
- Ground lamb instead of beef
- Chicken livers instead of beef liver
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
¾ cup per meal
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | ~⅓ cup per meal |
| 15 kg | ~¾ cup per meal |
| 30 kg | ~1½ cups per meal |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
1652 kcal
Per cup
69 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~8% of daily calories69 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
- Raw, smoked, or salt-cured fish
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate for four days or freeze individual slices for two months.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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