12 Homemade Wet Dog Food

If you have read the ingredients list on the bag of store-bought dog food and cringed, don’t worry, you’re not the only one.

With the increasing knowledge of pet health, many dog owners are turning to the beauty of making pet food at home.

This is a sure way of controlling what goes into your dog’s system, which directly translates into smoother digestion, improved health, and a shinier coat, among other benefits.

After choosing to prepare your dog’s food at home, you must decide whether they will have dry or wet food.

Many pet parents choose dry food for convenience, but homemade wet dog food recipes have huge health benefits.

In this article, we’ll uncover 15 of the best wet dog food recipes to make your work easier in the next cooking adventure.

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Why Choose Homemade Dog Food?

Homemade wet dog foods are made from fresh, whole ingredients in your kitchen. It is different from dry kibble or canned foods in that it contains more moisture.

The extra moisture aids in hydration, as well as maintains the health of dog kidneys, and keeps their urinary system in good shape.

One of the biggest benefits of preparing your wet dog food is being able to customize meals for your dog’s requirements.

Your dog may have food allergies, sensitivities, or simply have preferences for texture and flavor. This means you can change ingredients accordingly.

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The Benefits of Homemade Wet Dog Food

Although dry kibble is the first choice for some pet owners, wet food, particularly homemade, has numerous health benefits that have not received enough attention.

Some of the major benefits of feeding your dog wet food include:

1. Wet foods assist in hydration

Wet dog food contains much more moisture than dry kibble, which can be of great benefit in ensuring your dog gets the hydration he needs

It is especially useful for elderly dogs, dogs with kidney disease, or urinary tract disorder-prone breeds.

2. It is simpler to chew and digest

Wet food is milder on the teeth since it is softer, which is an ideal choice for small-toothed puppies, older dogs with mouth problems, or dogs that have undergone mouth surgery.

3. They have fewer preservatives.

Because wet food is typically found in small quantities in sealed containers or is prepared fresh in the home, it will not need the heavy preservatives found in kibble.

That results in fewer artificial additives for your dog to contend with, which can help decrease the likelihood of allergies or skin problems.

4.  It helps with weight management

Although it’s worth portioning wet foods with caution, their caloric content is reduced because of their increased moisture.

This can aid in weight control. The additional moisture content will also make your dog feel fuller, leading to decreased overeating.

5. They’re more appealing to fussy eaters

Because of its pungent scent, softer texture, and richer taste, wet food is much more attractive to dogs, particularly finicky dogs or those with diminished appetites.

6. Easier to add supplements

Wet foods blend well with powdered or liquid supplements so you can more easily provide your dog with the vitamins, probiotics, or medications they need with ease.

All you have to do is mix everything together so your dog receives what they need with every bite, with no pill-hiding necessary.

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The Best Appliance for Making Dog Food at Home

Giving your canine friend nutritious DIY foods is fabulous on paper, until the reality of hours spent dicing, browning, and cooking sets in.

Well, we now have the ChefPaw Dog Food Maker, which comes to turn that page. This attractive countertop device eliminates the fuss and uncertainty of dog wet food recipes.

All you have to do is load in fresh ingredients, press the button, then walk away and let the machine do all the work for you.

Before an hour is over, ChefPaw dog food maker returns perfectly cooked and nutritious food that’s specifically formulated for your canine’s dietary requirements.

It’s the simplest solution for eliminating commercial kibble from your pet’s diet without having your kitchen left in a huge mess every time you do the cooking.

With the in-built recipe directions, you don’t need expert knowledge in canine nutrition for your furry friend to enjoy well-balanced meals.

And with no fillers, preservatives, or secrets in the mix, it’s something your canine friend will thank you for.

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12 Homemade Wet Dog Food

1. DIY Soft Dog Food

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs ground turkey
• 3 to 4 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• Water

Instructions:

1. Cook brown rice with only water as instructed on the packet. Add ¼ to ½ cup of extra water so that the brown rice is softer for easier digestion.
2. Place the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned. Once cooked through, scoop the turkey and its liquid from the skillet into a large bowl.
3. Add the chopped vegetables to the same skillet and add enough water to cover them. Boil the water, then decrease the heat and let it simmer for 12 to 14 minutes.
4. After they have softened, mash the vegetables with a potato masher or a fork. Next, put them in with the cooked turkey in the bowl.
5. Add cooked brown rice to the turkey and vegetable mix. Stir all of the ingredients together until well-mixed. Splash in some water and modify the thickness as per your dog’s choice.
6. Let the mix cool completely. Refrigerate in an airtight container for 6 days or freeze in portions for 3 months.

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2. Salmon Dog Wet Food Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 can (15 oz) salmon
• ½ cup chopped spinach
• 2 eggs, including crushed shells

Instructions:

1. Place a medium-sized skillet over medium heat, then pour in the olive oil to coat the pan lightly.
2. Once the pan is warm, add the drained salmon and gently break it up into smaller pieces using a spoon or spatula.
3. Add the chopped spinach, then cover with a lid, allowing the ingredients within to simmer for roughly 2 minutes until the spinach turns soft and wilted.
4. Put the eggs directly in the pan and crumble in eggshells for extra calcium. Stir the mix well.
5. Keep stirring constantly until the eggs are completely cooked through and everything is well mixed.
6. Allow the food to cool to room temperature before serving or storing. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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3. Beef & Turkey DIY Dog Food

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped green beans
• 1 large sweet potato
• 3 cups brown rice
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water

Instructions:

1. Put the ground turkey, ground beef, rice, chicken broth, and water in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 20 minutes, breaking the meat up as it browns occasionally.
2. Add the eggs (cracked directly into the pot), diced sweet potatoes, chopped carrots, and green beans.
3. Cook for another 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the eggs are cooked.
4. Make sure to mix well so everything gets combined evenly, with the eggs broken down and dispersed throughout.
5. Allow the mixture to cool down completely before serving. Refrigerate leftovers for a maximum of 5 days or put them in the freezer for extended storage.

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4. Easy Dog Gravy Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 (13 oz) can of ground-style dog food
• 13 oz water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water

Instructions:

1. Open the canned dog food and pour it into the saucepan with 10 ounces of water. Heat it on the middle setting, and warm the mixture.
2. Combine the tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl and mix until smooth and lump-free. Add it to the warm dog food mixture and stir.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring all the time. Boil for about one minute, until the mixture thickens slightly. Stir to avoid the mixture sticking or clumping together.
4. Take the pan off the heat and allow the mixture to stand at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes.
5. When cooled, pour the mixture into a blender and blend until smooth. If the yogurt is too thick, thin it with one tablespoon of water at a time to achieve a pourable consistency.
6. Transfer the completed gravy to a squeeze bottle or an equivalent container. Refrigerate it and consume it within the “best by” date on the original can of food for the pet.
7. To serve, drizzle approximately 1 tablespoon of this gravy on top of each ½ to 1 cup of dry kibble to enhance flavor and texture.

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5. Turkey & Veggie Wet Food for Dogs

Ingredients:

• 2 cups lean ground turkey
• 1 cup uncooked brown rice
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup peas
• ½ cup chopped spinach (optional)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup water or low-sodium chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Cook the brown rice in a pot with 2 cups of water. Boil, then reduce the heat and let cook for approximately 45 minutes until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is cooked.
2. Cook the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat until completely cooked through, crumbling it as it is cooked. Drain excess fat.
3. While the meat and rice are being cooked, steam the carrots and the peas until tender, for 10 minutes. Add the spinach at the last minute so that they wilt gently.
4. With the cooked turkey, vegetables, and cooked rice, mix them in a large bowl.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the mix and mix once again to ensure the healthy fats are well mixed.
6. Allow the food to cool down first before feeding your dog. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or portion out for later use in the freezer.

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6. Chicken & Veggie Gravy for Dogs

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 pound ground chicken
• ¼ cup chopped carrots
• ¼ cup frozen green peas
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
• ½ cup cold water

Instructions:

1. In the skillet, the coconut oil is melted on medium-high. Add the ground chicken and cook the chicken, stirring it often, until it is browned and crumbly.
2. Add the chicken broth, the peeled and chopped carrots, and the peas. Cover the pan, lower the heat to low, and simmer for approximately 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.
3. If you prefer the gravy to include some texture, remove about a cup of the cooked meat and vegetables and put them to the side.
4. Combine the cold water and cornstarch or arrowroot powder in a small bowl and mix until smooth. Gradually pour the mixture into the skillet and stir to thicken the gravy.
5. Once thickened, take the skillet off the heat and let it reach room temperature.
6. Transfer the gravy to a food processor or a blender and purée until smooth. If you set aside chunky bits previously, stir these into the gravy now.
7. Drizzle over your dry or wet meals as a delectable, refreshing topper. Refrigerate leftovers and consume them within a few days.

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7. Beef & Veggie for Dogs

Ingredients:

• 5 pounds of ground beef
• 5 eggs
• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 2 cups mixed vegetables

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Whip the eggs in a large bowl and mix them well with the ground beef.
2. Shape the mixture into meatballs and put them on a baking sheet. Cook for approximately 45 minutes, or until cooked through.
3. As the meatballs are baking, prepare the brown rice per your package or rice cooker instructions.
4. Prepare the vegetables either by steaming or boiling them until they are tender, which should take about 20 minutes.
5. After everything is cooked, combine the meatballs with the cooked rice in a large saucepan. Stir in the vegetables or have them as an option on the side based on your dog’s choice.
6. Allow the food to cool for approximately 15 minutes prior to serving. Refrigerate leftover portions in an air-tight freezer-safe storage container for later use.

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8. Beef & Organ Wet Mix for Dogs

Ingredients:

• 2¾ pounds ground beef
• ¼ pound of organ meat
• 1 cup legumes
• ¾ pound sweet potato
• ½ pound carrots
• ½ pound kale
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Chop the carrots and kale into small, bite-sized chunks. Sweet potatoes should be peeled and cubed. Organ meat should be cubed into small pieces.
2. Begin boiling the legumes as directed on the package. This is typically done in water until tender.
3. Place the organ meat and sweet potato in a medium saucepan. Cover with enough water to provide liquid for the ingredients and bring to a boil.
4. Simmer for approximately 45 minutes, or until cooked through. Drain the sweet potato and puree until smooth, then return the sweet potato to the pan with the diced organ meat.
5. Start with the ground beef in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add in the kale and carrots once the beef is half-cooked.
6. Stir from time to time until both the vegetables are tender as well as the beef are tender and browned.
7. Mix in the cooked ground meat mixture, the cooked legumes, and the sweet potato-organ mix in a large pot or bowl.
8. Add the olive oil and mix everything well together until well combined.
9. Let the cooked food cool down before serving. Refrigerate leftovers in freezer-safe containers for future consumption.

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9. Crockpot Wet Dog Food

Ingredients:

• 1.5 cups water
• 1 cup brown rice
• 3 lbs. protein mix
• 1 apple
• 2 eggs
• 1 large sweet potato or butternut squash
• 1 cup frozen vegetable mix
• 1 can of kidney beans
• Coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Lightly coat the inside of your crockpot with coconut oil to avoid sticking.
2. Chop the apple into small pieces and take out all the seeds since they can pose risks for dogs. Also, peel and chop the sweet potato or butternut squash into bite-sized pieces.
3. Make your protein mix in a bowl. Any safe, boneless animal meat can be used, including ground beef, turkey, pork, chicken, or fish fillets. Organ meats like turkey thighs or liver can also be added for extra nutrients.
4. Add the diced apple, raw eggs, sweet potato or squash, brown rice, water, frozen vegetables, and kidney beans to the crockpot. Stir gently to mix.
5. Cover and cook for 6–7 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high, until all is tender and cooked through.
6. Allow the food to cool completely before serving it to your dog. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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10. Superfood Beef & Organ Bake

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. organic grass-fed ground beef
• 1 cup chicken hearts
• Additional organ meats
• 2 cans of sardines in water
• 2 cans of mussels in olive oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup chopped butternut squash
• 1 cup chopped broccoli
• 2 bell peppers
• A handful of chopped leafy greens
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Place all of the ground meat, organ meats, sardines, mussels, finely chopped vegetables, ginger, cranberries, and eggs in a large bowl. Mix them until well combined.
2. Pour the mixture from the blender into the baking dish and distribute it uniformly. Bake at 325°F for 20 to 30 minutes, until lightly cooked.
3. Allow the combination to cool down completely before serving. Add a little olive oil on the top before feeding for an added dose of healthy fats.
4. Keep in the refrigerator for 5 days or portion out and freeze for longer storage.

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11. Chicken & Apple Spinach Mash

Ingredients:

• 4 medium carrots
• 2 apples
• ¼ cup water
• 6 eggs
• 3 pounds of ground chicken
• 6 ounces chicken livers
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups baby spinach leaves

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and place the carrots, apples, and water in a pot. Boil, then simmer with the lid on over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
2. Let that simmer. Crack the eggs in another bowl and put aside. Put the eggshells on the baking sheet in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until they are dry.
3. After the eggshells are cooled, they can be finely powdered with either a coffee mill or a mortar and pestle.
4. Mix the ground chicken, crushed chicken livers, raw eggs, crushed eggshells, and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir from time to time until the chicken is browned through and the livers are cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes.
5. Add the spinach to the skillet, cover with a lid, and steam for 5 minutes until the leaves are wilted.
6. Mix the mashed apples and carrots in a bowl with a fork or potato masher, then mix them in with the cooked vegetable and meat mixture. Stir everything together until well mixed.
7. Let cool down before serving. Keep in the fridge for 4 days or in portions in the freezer for future use.

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12. DIY Gluten-Free Dog Food

Ingredients:

• 25 pounds of lean beef
• 8 cups brown rice
• 5 pounds of sweet potatoes
• 5 pounds of carrots
• 3 bunches of celery
• 6 pounds of green beans
• Water as needed for cooking

Instructions:

1. Remove all excess fat from the beef and simmer in a large stockpot over low heat for several hours until the meat is tender and can be easily shredded. Remove excess fat from the cooked meat.
2. Peel the sweet potatoes and chop them, as well as the carrots, and slice the celery and green beans as desired.
3. Cook brown rice in another pot until it is firm, not mushy. Use 25% less usual water because the brown rice will absorb moisture as it’s mixed or stored.
4. After all the ingredients have been cooked, put them together in a large stockpot or mixing vessel. Mix until everything is well combined. Add some water or leftover beef broth, as desired, to facilitate everything blending well.
5. Let the food cool completely before serving your dog. Spoon leftovers into an air-tight storage container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze in batches for 3 months.

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Ensuring Complete Nutrition

It’s a considerate gesture to make your dog’s food at home using real, quality ingredients, but just because it’s homemade does not necessarily make it complete.

Before completely transitioning from commercial kibble or canned foods, take some time with your vet and ensure the recipes used to provide all the dietary requirements your dog requires.

The thing is, every dog is an individual, and what suits one canine may not suit another.

Home-prepared foods tend to be healthier compared to processed foods, though they can sometimes lack vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients.

That’s when supplements help not as an alternative for nutritious foods, but as an aid. Consider them as the final touches of a complete bowl.

A great example of this is the Advanced Skin and Coat Chews from Innovet. These work especially well for dogs with dry, scratchy skin or dull coats.

If your dog is having digestive issues, particularly when transitioning to new foods, the Advanced Probiotic Chews from Innovet are another intelligent addition.

They’re formulated for healthy gut balance and digestive health, which helps make transitioning to homemade foods much easier.

For canines with stiff joints, old muscles, or overall mobility problems, Advanced Mobility Chews from Innovet can be of great help.

These are designed to ensure your pet remains active, energetic, and comfortable right through their old age.

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Conclusion

Making homemade wet dog food is about delivering your dog the absolute best that can be offered.

When you control what goes in their bowl, what you’re doing is actively ensuring they have everything their body needs for long-term health, vitality, and joy.

Regardless of the freshness of your ingredients, your dog’s diet must always be your priority, ensuring that he is receiving everything he needs.

The other huge advantage of making homemade wet foods for dogs is that they have improved digestion due to the moisture content.

It’s also easier for young canines and senior pups to chew and swallow wet foods compared to dry kibble. 

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