How to Make Homemade Dog Food

Many people are developing a distrust for commercial dog food, but they don't know how to make homemade dog food. The commercial dog food companies are filling their foods with more and more junk, and it has many pet owners wondering what exactly they should feed their dogs and puppies.

Today I have three quick tips that can help you to learn how to make homemade dog food, and how to make sure that the food you are feeding them is safe and healthy.

• Feed your dogs whole foods. Meats, eggs, vegetables, and whole-wheat grains or brown rice. Junk food, while tasty, will make your dogs sick, as they can't handle processed food very well. White bread and white rice are overly processed as well, so stick with the more natural versions of these grains.
• A good rule of thumb is 1/3 protein, 2/3 vegetables and grains. However, don't forget the protein, and if you sway from these percentages, always go in favor of protein, which is vitally important for dogs. Almost any source of protein that you eat is just fine for your dogs, so if you have leftover meats, they make great dinners for your dogs.
• Watch the ingredients. Avoid spicy foods, as well as rich foods. These types of foods can harm a dog's stomach and cause him to become sick. Always keep with the theme of whole foods and vegetables. Also remember that dogs don't need you to season and spice their foods, and their stomachs will thank you for keeping it simple!