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Senior Dog Beef & Oat Comfort Bowl
A hearty bowl for older dogs who are losing condition, with lean beef and soft oats to keep the calories steady and the texture easy.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 5 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g lean ground beef
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup finely diced carrot
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Brown the ground beef in the olive oil for 10 minutes, breaking it into fine crumbles, then drain off the fat.
- Simmer the carrot in the water for 5 minutes.
- Add the oats and cook 8 to 10 minutes more, until thick and soft.
- Stir the beef through the oats and cool fully before portioning.
Substitutions
- Ground lamb instead of beef.
- Cooked barley instead of oats.
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
2391 kcal
Per cup
478 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~56% of daily calories478 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Fatty trimmings and drippings
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 4 days, or freeze portions 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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