Know-How
Our homemade dog food know-how section is full of tips and tricks to help you feed your dog the food he or she really deserves. Yes, making homemade food for your dog is a little less convenient, but it doesn’t need to be a chore and there is no denying it can make the world of difference to the health of your best friend. So please browse our various categories, be amazed at the variety of ingredients you can feed your dog, and when you’re ready, why not give some of our homemade dog food recipes a try?
Why Complete & Balanced Dog Food is neither Complete nor Balanced!
At the end of the day, ‘Complete & Balanced’ is a marketing tool invented by the American pet food industry. It means nothing. We in the UK don’t even have . . .
Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper is good for the heart and beneficial for the digestive system of your dog. It can also be useful for dogs suffering from the effects of . . .
Storing & Serving Your Dog’s Homemade Dinners
Once they’re cooled, we recommended you either refrigerate your dog’s meals (in order to preserve their natural goodness) for a maximum of 3 days, or . . .
Dogs & the Need for Calcium
Calcium is a mineral essential in developing and maintaining a healthy dog. It helps in the development and maintenance of strong bones, teeth, nails and coat . . .
Always Weigh Your Dog’s Homemade Food
Commercial dog food manufacturers are notorious for rounding up the amount you need to feed your dog as if every dog is the same. That’s why an estimated . . .
Essential Nutrients
Herb Blends for Dogs
| When making homemade food for your dog, no recipe is complete without adding one of our unique blends of 100% natural essential vitamins & minerals, all hand-blended by our team here in rural Somerset. |
Eggshell Powder
| Next to raw meaty bones, Eggshell Powder is the richest source of essential calcium for dogs. Ours is naturally made in rural Somerset from eggs laid by our own free-range chickens! |
Rolled Oats
Rolled oats can improve a dog’s digestion and can lower a dog’s cholesterol level. They can be used topically to heal sores and wounds and even used to make . . .
Haricot Beans
Rich in fibre and protein, gluten-free haricot beans make a tasty, highly nutritious, low calorie, low fat snack, ideal for any dog who is overweight or who suffers . . .
Kelp
Nutrient-rich kelp can help improve the overall health of your dog. It helps improve a dog’s skin and coat, can reduce itchiness, improve thyroid function . . .
Black Turtle Beans
Black turtle beans, combined with brown rice, will help an overweight dog feel fuller for longer. With your vet’s approval, providing one such meal per week . . .