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Turkey Dog Food Recipe
This meal combines lean turkey and nutrient-dense chicken livers with a variety of colorful vegetables. It provides a balanced texture and flavor profile for dogs of all sizes.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 5 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2.5 oz chicken livers chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cranberries chopped
- 1/2 cup broccoli chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots grated
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cups hiitake mushrooms chopped
- 1/2 cup defrosted spinach
- 1 large eggincluding shell
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon turmericwith a pinch of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Steps
- In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the ground turkey.
- Cook until fully browned, about 6-8 minutes, breaking up any large pieces.
- Add the chicken liver and cook for a further 3-4 minutes until cooked.
- Add broccoli, carrots, mushrooms and spinach to the pan. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Mix in cranberries, chia seeds, turmeric and a pinch of black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Push the mixture aside and crack the egg into the pan. Break up the egg shells with a spoon and crush. (This can be substituted with ground egg shells). Cook the egg in the pan then stir through the turkey mixture.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely before serving.
Substitutions
- Ground chicken instead of turkey
- Butternut squash for pumpkin puree
- Kale in place of spinach
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 | ~⅓ cup per meal |
| 15 kg | ~¾ cup per meal |
| 30 kg | ~1½ 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
363 kcal
Per cup
73 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~9% of daily calories73 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Keep in an airtight container for up to four days in the fridge or freeze for three 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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