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Salmon Meatballs For Dogs

Soft meatballs made with salmon and pumpkin are easy for older dogs to chew. Dill adds a gentle herbal aroma pets enjoy.

Salmon Meatballs For Dogs, homemade dog recipe
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 20 treats
Level
easy

Ingredients

Ingredients for Salmon Meatballs For Dogs
  • 7.5 oz canned salmon in water
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drain the canned salmon and add it to a large mixing bowl. Flake with a fork.
  3. Add the egg, pumpkin puree, dill and oat flour. Mix well.
  4. Use a cookie scooper or a tablespoon to form balls from the mixture and place the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until firm.
  6. Cool and serve as a treat or topper.

Substitutions

  • Swap oat flour for breadcrumbs
  • Use mashed sweet potato instead of pumpkin

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
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg

Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.

Pet weightSuggested portion
5 kg1 small treat per day
15 kg2 small treats per day
30 kg3 small treats per day

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
1396 kcal
Per treat
70 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~82% of the daily treat budget70 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
  • Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
  • Raw or smoked fish; fish with bones

See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for 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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