Beef Dog Food Recipe (Rice & Carrots, Vet Approved)
A gentle, vet-approved homemade dog food made with lean beef, white rice, and carrots — balanced for digestion, taste, and everyday health. Designed for adult dogs, this recipe offers complete nutrition when paired with calcium and multivitamin supplements.
Equipment
- Nonstick skillet
- Silicone spatula
- - Measuring cups
- Digital thermometer
- Airtight food container
Food ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g lean ground beef — rich in protein and iron, gentle on digestion
- 1 cup 200 g cooked white rice — soft, easy-to-digest carb source
- ½ cup 60 g finely chopped carrots — fiber + beta carotene for gut & eye health
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree optional — adds fiber, helps regulate stool
- 1 tsp salmon oil omega-3 for coat and joints
- ½ tsp calcium supplement or eggshell powder maintains Ca:P ≈ 1.2:1
- ½ chew dog multivitamin fills micronutrient gaps
- Optional: 250 mg taurine for cardiac support in large breeds
- Optional garnish: parsley or spinach powder
Operation steps
- Cook the rice until very soft and slightly sticky so it binds easily with meat.
- Brown the beef in a nonstick pan over medium heat (use a digital thermometer to confirm 165 °F / 74 °C). Drain excess fat.
- Add carrots and pumpkin to the warm beef, stir for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Combine with cooked rice, mixing evenly.
- Cool the mixture for 10 minutes, then stir in salmon oil, calcium, and multivitamin so nutrients aren’t lost by heat.
- Portion & store in airtight containers or freeze for up to 2 weeks.
- Serve over a non-slip mat and watch that tail wag!
note
This recipe follows AAFCO adult maintenance nutrient balance when supplements are included.
• You can replace beef with turkey or lamb if your dog has a beef allergy.
• Always introduce new foods gradually over 3–5 days.
• Daily serving guideline: ~1 cup per 10 lb body weight (adjust to maintain lean shape).
• For enhanced joint health, add ½ tablet (go/beef-joint) daily.
• If you don’t want to cook daily, check our Best Beef Dog Food Picks — those were Ethan’s daily backups.
