dogmealporksenior
Senior Dog Pork & Vegetable Stew
Lean pork loin simmered soft with everyday vegetables. A change of protein for older dogs who have grown tired of poultry.
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Yields
About 6 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 500 g pork loin, trimmed and diced
- 1 cup finely diced carrot
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1 cup white rice, uncooked
- 4 cups water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Trim the fat from the pork and dice it small.
- Simmer the pork and rice in the water for 30 minutes.
- Add the carrot and zucchini and cook 15 minutes more, until everything is very soft.
- Break the pork into small shreds and stir the stew together.
- Cool fully, stir in the olive oil, and portion.
Substitutions
- Ground pork for a softer, faster stew.
- Diced parsnip instead of zucchini.
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
1794 kcal
Per cup
299 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~35% of daily calories299 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Raw or undercooked pork
- Ham, bacon, and other cured pork
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 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.
More for dogs
