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Pork & Pumpkin Simple Dog Bowl
A short, gentle bowl for dogs who react to poultry, using lean pork and plain pumpkin so there is very little in the recipe to upset a sensitive dog.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 4 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g lean ground pork
- 1 cup plain pumpkin puree
- 1 cup water
Steps
- Cook the ground pork in a pan over medium heat, breaking it up as it browns, until cooked right through.
- Drain away every bit of the rendered fat.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and the water and warm through for 2 minutes.
- Cool to room temperature before serving.
Substitutions
- Plain mashed butternut squash in place of the pumpkin puree.
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 | ~1/3 cup per meal |
| 15 kg | ~3/4 cup per meal |
| 30 kg | ~1 1/2 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
1272 kcal
Per cup
318 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~37% of daily calories318 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones of any kind, splinter risk
- Cured pork such as ham or bacon
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 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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