Salmon and Spinach Dog Food Recipe (Omega 3 and Iron Boost)
A homemade dog food recipe featuring salmon and spinach — high in omega 3 and iron to support coat shine, strong muscles, and smooth digestion. Vet reviewed, easy to cook, and perfect for daily feeding.
Equipment
- Medium pot for quinoa
- Steamer or baking tray for salmon
- - Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Airtight glass containers for storage
Food ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless salmon fillet cooked and flaked
- ½ cup cooked quinoa rinsed thoroughly before cooking
- ¼ –½ cup spinach lightly steamed and finely chopped
- 1 tsp olive oil or fish oil
- ¼ cup unsalted bone broth or water
- Optional Treat: small portion of salmon freeze-dried treats
Operation steps
- Rinse & Cook Quinoa:
- Rinse quinoa under cold water for 30–60 seconds to remove bitterness.
- Cook in water or bone broth until soft and fluffy. Set aside to cool.
- Cook the Salmon:
- Steam or bake salmon until fully cooked through.
- Remove any skin and bones, then flake into small pieces suitable for your dog’s size.
- Steam the Spinach:
- Lightly steam spinach until tender, then finely chop for better digestion and nutrient absorption.
- Combine & Mix:
- In a bowl, combine salmon, quinoa, and spinach.
- Add bone broth and drizzle olive or fish oil. Fold gently to combine — avoid mashing.
- Cool & Serve:
- Allow the mixture to cool completely.
- Portion into daily servings, refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze for 2 weeks.
note
• For sensitive stomachs, replace quinoa with pumpkin or oatmeal.
• Always cool before serving and adjust portions to your dog’s weight.
• You can rotate this recipe with dry foods such as Purina Pro Plan Salmon or Wellness CORE Salmon for variety.
• If you don’t want to cook daily, check our dry food picks — those were Ethan’s daily backups.
• Always cool before serving and adjust portions to your dog’s weight.
• You can rotate this recipe with dry foods such as Purina Pro Plan Salmon or Wellness CORE Salmon for variety.
• If you don’t want to cook daily, check our dry food picks — those were Ethan’s daily backups.
