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Senior Dog Chicken & Barley Stew
A slow, soft stew for older dogs, cooked until the barley is plump and the chicken falls apart. Warm it slightly to bring out the smell for a fading appetite.
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Yields
About 6 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thigh
- 3/4 cup pearl barley
- 1 cup finely diced carrot
- 1 cup chopped green beans, in short bite-size pieces
- 4 cups water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Put the chicken, barley, and water in a large pot and bring to a simmer.
- Cook for 30 minutes, then add the carrot and green beans.
- Simmer 15 minutes more, until the barley is soft and the vegetables mash easily.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir it back through the stew.
- Cool fully, stir in the olive oil, and portion.
Substitutions
- Brown rice instead of barley for a grain your dog already knows.
- Diced zucchini instead of green beans.
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
1229 kcal
Per cup
205 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~24% of daily calories205 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
- Store-bought broth with onion, garlic, or salt
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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