Home-Cooked Recipe for Charlie

This ≈9 lb batch provides ~50% protein, suitable for a 20.84 lb, high-activity Silky Terrier with heart murmur, hip dysplasia, and dental disease.

Ingredients

• Protein (≈4.5 lbs; ~50%):
  • 4.5 lbs boneless Salmon, diced
• Fats:
  • 2 oz coconut oil
• Vegetables & Grains (≈4.5 lbs):
  • Carrots: 1.5 lbs
  • Zucchini: 1.5 lbs
  • Broccoli: 1 lb
  • Quinoa: .3 lbs
  • Rice: .2 lbs
• Herbs:
  • 1 tsp hawthorn (supports heart health)
  • 1 tsp turmeric (start with small amount and increase to this level, aids in hip dysplasia)
  • 1 tsp parsley (freshens breath, aids in dental disease)

Daily Feeding Amounts

• Feed approximately .4 to .6 pounds per day

Nutritional Information (Daily Feeding Amount: ≈181.44 - 272.16g or .4 - .6 lbs)

• Fiber: ≈5g
• Fat: ≈20g
• Protein: ≈50g
• Calories: ≈600 kcal

Approach A – Stove (≈45 min)

1. Prep Ingredients. Wash all vegetables and herbs. Dice carrots, zucchini, and broccoli.
2. Cook the Protein. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add coconut oil and let it melt. Add salmon in batches. Cook for 7–10 min until fully cooked. Remove from heat.
3. Boil Grains. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to boil. Stir in quinoa and rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff and cool.
4. Steam Vegetables. Use a steamer basket or pot to steam carrots, zucchini, and broccoli until tender (≈15 min). Drain and cool.
5. Combine & Mix. In a large bowl, combine cooked salmon, quinoa, rice, and vegetables. Add herbs. Drizzle with remaining coconut oil and mix well.
6. Portion & Store. Let cool. Store in airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Approach B – Specialized Equipment (≈35 min)

1. Cook the Salmon. In a skillet, melt coconut oil. Cook salmon in batches until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
2. Steam the rice and quinoa using a rice cooker.
3. Steam vegetables in the electric pressure cooker. Layer carrots, zucchini, and broccoli. Cook on high for 15 minutes. Drain and cool.
4. Combine all ingredients in a stand mixer bowl. Add rice, quinoa, salmon, and vegetables. Mix until consistent.
5. Transfer into food storage containers. Refrigerate for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Recommended Protein Guidelines

AAFCO recommends ≥18% crude protein for adult maintenance. This recipe provides ~50% protein. Protein content is high but dogs like meat.