For Sage . . .

I started making home made dog food about 18 months ago. The dogs seem to be healthier, Hanna is now at a good weight, and their coats are softer. I did some research on the internet, and the consensus was that the food should be about 40% protein, 30% starch, and 30 % vegetables. (Other recipes call for 1/3 of each). I make a big pot every weekend, and put part in the fridge and the rest in the freezer to thaw during the week. The recipe varies some with what I can find at the store, but basically is:

1.25 lbs. ground turkey

12 oz can of tuna packed in oil

6 eggs

2 lbs. of brown rice

2 lbs. of frozen peas and carrots

Cover with water, and cook for about an hour. I also may throw in any leftover fruits and vegies I have in the house.

Organ meat is good for the dogs, so I occasionally substitute chicken livers for the tuna. Be careful about adding cauliflower as it tends to cause canine gas. :-)

I also supplement this with Trader Joe's dog multivitamins, and Hanna gets Trader Joe's glucosamine supplement (she has a bit of arthritis).

The dogs love it! They still also love their dry dog food, which they get when I run low on the home made variety, or when I am on vacation.

Trisket would love it!