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Pork & Veggie Doggie Dinner
This protein-forward meal includes pork, liver, and sardines for a variety of healthy fats. Flaxseed and fresh vegetables provide essential fiber.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 4 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 2 oz liver, chopped into bite sized piecesbeef, pork or chicken
- 3 oz sardines
- 2 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 oz broccoli, chopped into small florets
- 2 oz zucchini, chopped into bite sized pieces
- 1 oz butternut squash puree
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Steps
- In a pan, heat a small amount of coconut oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground pork to the pan. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Add the liver and cook through.
- Add the sardines (drained if using canned) to the pan and mix well.
- Stir in the ground flaxseed, ginger, and turmeric, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Add the broccoli and zucchini to the pan, cooking until they are slightly softened but still retain some crunch.
- Stir in the butternut squash purée and let the mixture cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Let the meal cool to a safe temperature before serving it to your dog.
Substitutions
- Swap sardines for canned wild-caught salmon
- Use cauliflower instead of broccoli
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
666 kcal
Per cup
167 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~20% of daily calories167 / 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
Keep refrigerated for up to three days due to fish.
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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