Christmas is a time of year when homemade recipes are the protagonists. The Christmas spirit and the lights make us invite our pets to participate in this festivity. As our dog follows us everywhere, sensing that something tasty is in the oven, he makes us reflect. Why not treat him too with things that are he althy and tasty?
On our site we want you to share diverse and special moments with your dog and we leave you a list of 3 Christmas recipes for dogs already that we know that, like humans, their he alth and quality of life is closely linked to food. Let's cook and share with the whole family!
Concepts to keep in mind
If we are looking for the most nutritious and he althy for our dog, the recipes that we show you below will help you achieve it. Remember that we must be careful when changing the diet of dogs that are used to always eating the same thing.
These incorporations are usually simpler in animals used to eating (daily or occasionally) he althy homemade recipes, food prepared by their owners at home. Not only internally for the dog, but also for the owners who invade the kitchen with aromas new to them.
We must bear in mind that they are opportunistic omnivores In nature they follow a high-protein diet based on meat (bones, viscera and fat) and very little grains or carbohydrates. Their digestive apparatus is not adapted to digest cereals and therefore they accumulate, poisoning them. In turn, we have certain foods that are prohibited for dogs when preparing recipes:
- Avocado
- Grapes & Raisins
- Raw onion and garlic
- Chocolate and alcohol
Recommendation:
Be careful with the portions. If your dog is used to eating dry food (approx. 500 g per meal) we should give the same amount of homemade food and never mix homemade recipes with commercial feed It is preferable to give a homemade food and a commercial one that both are mixed. Consult your veterinarian for more information.
Starter: Liver Bread
Liver is a very beneficial food for our dogs as it is very rich in protein, omega-3 and omega-3 fatty acids. 6 as well as in vitamins. However, it is a product that should be offered in moderation Here is the first of our Christmas recipes for dogs, liver bread:
- 500 gr raw liver
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup of wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of spices (the ones you like best: turmeric, sweet paprika, pepper)
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 180 ºC.
- Make a puree with the raw liver and mix it little by little with the oats, flour and spices.
- Spread it on a tray greased with olive oil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Let cool and cut.
- We can refrigerate for the next few days.
Main: Chicken stew with pumpkin
The second of our Christmas recipes for dogs is a chicken stew with pumpkin, zucchini and celery. In addition to receiving fiber and protein, this recipe is usually one of the favorites of dogs. We explain what you need to carry it out:
- 225 gr raw pumpkin
- 225 gr raw courgette
- 110 gr raw celery
- 1 chicken breast (225 gr)
- Condiments of your choice
Preparation:
- Peel and chop the vegetables.
- Place all ingredients in a pot with water and seasonings.
- Cut the chicken breast and add it to the previous preparation.
- Stir regularly and cover to cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly and serve. Be careful with the temperature of the food you serve your dog, it should not be too hot.
Dessert: Antioxidant Cookies
These biscuits are an excellent antioxidant snack with lots of free radicals that your dog will love. It is one of the easiest Christmas recipes for dogs to make. You will need to:
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 cup ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon basil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 ºC.
- Mix all the ingredients and make "little balls" with the dough.
- When we place them in a previously oiled dish, crush them with a fork.
- We wait between 15 and 20 minutes. However, remember that depending on the size of each cookie or the specific oven, this time may vary.
- They can be stored in the refrigerator for a week or frozen up to 3 months.
