17 Nutritious & Easy Homemade Raw Dog Food Recipes

Providing a consistent food regime of a balanced and nutritious diet is one of the best ways to ensure your canine friend stays strong and healthy.

Besides the usual commercial dog foods, more pet parents are increasingly preparing homemade raw foods for their dogs at home.

Of the many benefits of homemade dog food, the best one is perhaps the option to control what our furry friend ingests to meet their specific needs.

Additionally, nutrient-packed raw foods can promote better digestion, alleviate skin allergies, increase energy levels, and improve overall well-being.

Continue reading this guide to explore 17 homemade raw dog food recipes for beginners and experienced DIY home cooks.

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How To Make Raw Dog Food

Preparing raw dog food is much easier than cooking from scratch, but the benefits of both foods can complement each other.

If you’re brainstorming on what to include in your recipe, it’s recommended to include raw meat, organs meats, and bones and combine them with dog-safe fruits and vegetables.

Your veterinarian nutritionist may also ask you to add a few supplements like fish oil or calcium depending on your dog’s deficiencies.

As a good home-feeding practice, we strongly recommend rotating rich protein sources such as fish, beef, chicken, or turkey while adding a small touch of vegetables for fiber and vitamins.

On the question of how to make raw dog food, it’s always a good idea to chop or grind the meat into manageable portions for your dog to chew.

The vegetables and other greens can be pureed in a high-power blender or food processor before mixing with the chosen meats.

Many raw feeders find it easier to prepare a large batch of raw dog food and freeze them in weekly-portioned containers for easier feeding within the week.

The most important part is choosing high-quality ingredients that are free from microbes and contaminations.

Remember you’re not cooking these meals, so it’s of equal importance to keep the prepared stock in the fridge before serving, as a measure of reducing microbes.

This notwithstanding, most pets can tolerate the bacteria in raw meats because their stomach fluid maintains a consistently high acidity, which helps neutralize harmful pathogens.

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17 Homemade Raw Dog Food Recipes

1. Beef & Veggie Power Mix for Dogs

Ingredients

• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 2.5 oz beef liver
• 2.5 oz beef heart
• 4 oz mixed vegetables
• ¼ tsp kelp powder
• ¾ tsp ground eggshell
• 2 oz canned oysters
• 1 oz wild-caught canned salmon

Procedure:

1. Start by thoroughly washing and cutting your vegetables into small chewable pieces.
2. Grind the beef, liver, and heart together, or use pre-ground meat if available.
3. Combine the ground meat, chopped vegetables, kelp powder, and ground eggshell or calcium supplement in a large bowl while mixing thoroughly.
4. Portion the mix into daily servings based on your dog’s size and freeze any unused portions for future use.
5. Thaw the portions before feeding and serve at room temperature.

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2. Budget-Friendly Raw Mix with Sardines

Ingredients:

• 3 cans of tuna in Springwater
• 2 kg frozen whole sardines
• 10-12 lamb hearts
• 15-20 lamb kidneys
• 3-4 lamb livers
• 500g chicken organ meats
• 3 kg mixed frozen veggies
• 1 kg frozen spinach
• 1 kg grated raw carrots
• 2 kg each of kangaroo, turkey, beef, pork, and chicken mince

Procedure:

• Drain the tuna and carefully chop the sardines, hearts, kidneys, and livers into small pieces.
• Mix all the organ meats with the mince meats in a large container.
• Add the frozen veggies, spinach, and grated carrots, then blend everything.
• Portion the mixture into 1 kg containers and freeze any leftovers for future use.
• Give some to your furry friend immediately and keep the rest in the refrigerator for about 3 days.

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3. Chicken and Beef Raw Blend for Dogs

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. beef chunks
• 1 lb. chicken necks
• 1 cup mixed vegetables
• 2 oz beef liver
• 1 raw egg

Procedure:

1. Cut the beef into bite-sized chunks to make it easier for your dog to chew.
2. Chop the mixed vegetables into small, manageable pieces.
3. Combine the beef, chicken necks, vegetables, and liver in a large bowl, mixing until well blended.
4. Portion the mixture into individual servings based on your dog’s daily needs and store any extras in the freezer.
5. Feed and keep some fridge overnight and always serve at room temperature.

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4. Balanced Beef & Veggie Raw Dog Food

Ingredients:

• 250g raw beef or lamb
• 1 cup raw carrots
• 1 cup raw apple
• ¼ cup frozen peas
• 1½ cups cooked pumpkin or squash
• 3 cups cooked brown or basmati rice
• 4 tsp sunflower oil
• 4g fish oil

Procedure:

1. Cook the rice and pumpkin together until soft, then let them cool.
2. Mix in the raw ingredients, including the beef, carrots, and apples then stir in the oils thoroughly.
3. Portion the food into daily servings and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for later use.

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5. Raw Chicken and Organ Mix

Ingredients:

• 500g raw chicken (minced or chopped)
• 100g beef liver
• 50g spinach
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 raw egg
• 1 tsp fish oil

Procedure:

1. Start by cutting the pure beef and organ meats into smaller manageable pieces.
2. Grate the carrot and finely chop the spinach after thoroughly washing them with clean water.
3. Combine all the raw ingredients, including the raw egg and fish oil, in a large clean bowl and mix well.
4. Divide the mixture into daily servings and freeze any extras for future feeding

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6. Easy Raw dog food recipes for beginners

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup chicken hearts
• 1 cup chicken gizzards
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup carrots, chopped
• 1 cup zucchini, chopped
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1/2 cup spinach
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

Procedure:

1. Wash and chop the broccoli, carrots, and zucchini into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the blueberries and spinach.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, hearts, gizzards, and all the vegetables. Add the blueberries, spinach, olive oil, and ground flaxseed.
3. Use clean hands to carefully mix all the ingredients until they are evenly distributed.
4. Divide the mixture into individual meal-sized portions based on your dog’s needs. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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7. Beef & Chicken Neck Raw Meal for Puppies

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. ground beef
• 1 lb. chicken necks
• 4 oz beef liver
• 2 oz beef heart
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon kelp powder

Procedure:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chicken necks, beef liver, and beef heart. Add the olive oil and kelp powder.
2. Using clean hands or a utensil, mix all the ingredients until they are well combined.
3. Divide the mixture into appropriate portion sizes for your puppy.

N/B: This natural dog food recipe can be fed to puppies of all breeds, but always remember to adjust the portion size based on their age and activity level.

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8. Easy Raw Food Recipe for Food-Sensitive Dogs

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs. raw duck necks
• 1 lb. raw herrings
• 1 lb. raw ground rabbit
• 0.5 lbs. raw ground beef

Procedure:

1. Choose high-quality, human-grade meats from a trusted butcher or supplier. Ensure the meats are fresh and have been handled safely.
2. Rinse herring under cold water and remove the heads if desired.
3. In a large bowl, combine duck necks, herring, ground rabbit, and ground beef.
4. Share the mixture into meal-sized portions according to your dog’s needs and serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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9. Simple Turkey and Veggie Raw Dog Meal

Ingredients:

• Raw meat of choice (turkey, chicken, beef, or other lean protein)
• Raw meaty bones (uncooked and appropriate for your dog’s size)
• Organ meats (liver, kidneys, heart)
• Dog-safe vegetables (leafy greens, carrots, or broccoli)

Procedure:

1. Remove the skin from the meat to control fat content and discard it.
2. Cut the meat, bones, and organs into smaller pieces that will fit into a grinder or blender.
3. Process all ingredients together until the mixture reaches a smooth, ground consistency similar to hamburger meat.
4. Mix the entire batch thoroughly, ensuring each serving contains an even amount of meat, bones, and organs.
5. Portion the mixture into single-serving containers or freezer bags based on your dog’s weight.
6. Store portions in the freezer and thaw before serving.
7. Clean and sanitize all prep surfaces and food bowls after handling raw ingredients.

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10. Raw Dog Food Recipe for Beginners 

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless & skinless Salmon
• 8 oz turkey necks
• 8 oz ground turkey
• 8 oz beef stew meat
• 2 whole herrings
• 4 oz beef liver
• 4 oz pork kidney
• 1 cup spinach
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp almonds

Procedure:

1. Soak the chia seeds and almonds in separate bowls for about 12 – 24 hours. Process the fresh spinach using a high-power blender or food processor.
2. In a large bowl, combine the salmon, turkey necks, ground turkey, beef stew meat, herrings, beef liver, and pork kidney. Add the pureed spinach, soaked chia seeds, and soaked almonds.
3. Serve your dog some portion of the food immediately and store the remaining chunk in a cool place for future use

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11. Wild Meat and Veggie Raw Dog Blend

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. ground wild game meat
• 1 lb. chicken wings
• 1 cup leafy greens
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 tbsp fish oil
• 1 raw egg

Procedure:

1. Cut the chicken wings into smaller pieces to make the bones manageable for your dog.
2. Finely chop the greens and carrots to make them easier to mix.
3. Combine the ground meat, chicken, vegetables, fish oil, and raw egg in a large bowl.
4. Serve immediately or store food in proper containers for later use.

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12. Roo & Beef Raw Dog Food Recipe

Ingredients:

• 600g kangaroo, minced or in chunks
• 50g beef liver, diced
• 100g mackerel, tinned and drained
• 100g grated carrot
• 50g grated apple
• 55g peas, steamed
• 25g spinach, chopped
• 5g pumpkin seeds, ground
• 5g sunflower oil
• 6g eggshell (calcium)
• 1g kelp powder

Procedure:

1. Steam the fresh peas until tender to make them digestible, then mix them with the raw grated carrot, apple, and spinach.
2. Use a large mixing spoon to combine the kangaroo, beef liver, and mackerel in a large kitchen bowl.
3. Add the ground pumpkin seeds, sunflower oil, eggshell, and kelp powder, and whisk everything together until well-mixed.
4. Portion the mixture for immediate feeding. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze it for future use.

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13. Grain-Free Raw Dog Food Recipe

Ingredients:

• 30-31 lb. ground beef
• 10-11 lb. chicken hearts and beef liver
• 8 lb. carrots
• 4 lb. broccoli
• 6 lb. cooked split peas
• 24 eggs with shells
• 15 oz apple cider vinegar

Procedure:

1. Start by soaking and cooking the dried peas, carrot, and broccoli, until they become soggy to make it easier for your dog’s digestion.
2. Thoroughly mix the ground meat, organs, vegetables, and eggs in a large bowl, to ensure an evenly distributed matrix.
3. Serve a small portion to your dog and store the remaining chunk in week-sized containers for future use.

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14. Deb’s Raw Dog Food Recipe

Ingredients:

• 70% raw muscle meat
• 10% organ meats
• 20% vegetables

Optional

• Eggs
• Raw meaty bones
• Supplements

Procedure

1. Begin the preparation by chopping the muscle meats into bite-sized pieces, to make it easier for your dog to chew.
2. Finely chop and lightly steam your chosen vegetables for better digestion, then add them to the prepared meat.
3. You can add a few organ meats like liver and tripe for balanced nutrition.
4. Mix in supplements like bone meal and probiotics if needed. Serve your dog immediately for a fresh taste.

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15. A Lean & Mean Raw Meal for Dogs

Ingredients:

• 2.5 lbs. whole rabbit
• 1 lb. chicken hearts
• 4 pastured eggs
• 8 oz broccoli
• 6 oz blueberries
• 1 tsp green-lipped mussel powder

Procedure:

1. Cut the whole rabbit into smaller pieces. Or, for a finer consistency, you can also grind the whole carcass including the organ meats.
2. Puree broccoli, berries, and green-lipped mussel powder in a food processor until you obtain a smooth consistency.
3. Mix together the ground meat ingredients in a large bowl with the dog-safe fruits and vegetables that had been pureed.
4. Divide the meal portions and serve immediately. The remaining chunk can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.

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16. Healthy Homemade Raw Dog Food Recipe

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs. raw ground beef
• 5 lbs. frozen veggies
• 3/4 to 1-gallon spring water
• 12-18 raw eggs
• 1/2 cup bone meal
• 1/3 cup kelp powder
• 1/3 cup alfalfa powder
• 1 squirt salmon oil (per serving)

Procedure:

1. Blend the veggies using a high-power blender or food processor with water until they become smooth and soupy.
2. Mix the veggie puree with ground beef in a large pot.
3. Add the eggs and supplements and continue mixing with a large spoon to ensure everything is well combined.
4. Portion a meal to your dog immediately and leave some for future use in the refrigerator or freezer.

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17. Raw Pork & Fish Dog Food Recipe

Ingredients

• 5 lbs. 96% lean ground pork
• 3 lbs. pork heart
• 1 lb. pork liver
• 1 lb. non-farmed oily fish (such as sardines or mackerel)
• 8 oz kale
• 5 oz broccoli
• 4 oz dandelion greens
• 12 oz mixed berries
• 6 tbsp seaweed calcium or bone meal
• 3 tsp wheat germ oil
• 1 tbsp hulled hemp seeds or hemp hearts
• 1/2 tsp Himalayan salt
• 1.37 grams of kelp powder

Procedure:

1. If you have the machine, grind the pork heart and liver, but otherwise, you can also chop them into small cubes.
2. Puree the kale, broccoli, dandelion greens, berries, bone meal, wheat germ oil, hemp seeds, salt, and kelp until well-blended in a food processor.
3. Carefully combine the grounded pork, chopped organ meats, and the pureed vegetable and berry mix in a large bowl until everything is well mixed.
4. Divide the mixture into smaller portions and freeze in containers, ideally in one to three days servings for convenient storage.

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Conclusion

As you have seen from the guide above, there are many homemade raw dog food recipes that you can try today.

Raw feeders have the advantage of controlling what gets into their dogs’ systems for targeted nutritional uptake.

Out of these 17 homemade raw dog food recipes, you’ve got plenty of nutrient-rich meals to try as you balance your dog’s feeding regime.

We strongly suggest consulting your vet to make sure your dog is okay with raw foods and that you’re meeting their nutritional requirements.

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See Also:

Raw Diet for Dogs Beginner Guide + Easy Recipes