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Senior Dog Lamb & Sweet Potato Stew
A rich, spoon-soft stew for older dogs who need tempting. Lamb is a useful choice for dogs who have reacted to chicken or beef in the past.
Prep
15 min
Cook
50 min
Yields
About 6 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g lamb shoulder, trimmed and diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup chopped green beans, in short bite-size pieces
- 1/2 cup pearl barley
- 4 cups water
Steps
- Trim as much fat as you can from the lamb, then put it in a pot with the water and barley.
- Simmer gently for 35 minutes, skimming any fat from the surface.
- Add the sweet potato and green beans and cook 15 minutes more, until everything is very tender.
- Break the lamb into small shreds with two forks.
- Cool fully, lift off any set fat, and portion.
Substitutions
- Ground lamb for a faster, softer stew.
- Diced carrot 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
1722 kcal
Per cup
287 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~34% of daily calories287 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
- Fatty trimmings and drippings
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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