Homemade Dog Food Recipe: Save Money and Keep Your Dog Healthy | Vet Approved

[@Joyful_in_GA]

I was cooking the food for my pack and left it on the stove to cool so I could pack it up. The husband comes in with a bowl and said “this is good”. I asked him what he was eating and he said the dinner on the stove. I told him the “dinner” was for the dogs. No worries, there was nothing we wouldn’t eat!!! Ha ha

[@jaxluna526]

Hahahahahaha. Love it

[@sisterbettycomedy]

Your hubby is a keeper.😅😅😅

[@edwinvandenberg2933]

Now he walks around the house barking and shaking his paws❤😂

[@sisterbettycomedy]

@@edwinvandenberg2933 Only worry if he starts going outside to do his business😅😅😅

[@TheBuckStop]

🤣🤣🤣

[@a.teague5481]

Look at this man - he accepts new information to better his recipe, and you can’t expect much more than that. Nobody’s born knowing how to feed their dog or even just ourselves- we all have to learn.

[@TheBuckStop]

well thank you - all my first attempt can use improving so I try to be open to continued learning

[@jonathanbair523]

@@TheBuckStop Man that bucket sure seams like a wonderful idea for mixing the food.. I am going to be starting to make dog for for my 2 and my moms dog, now that they (mom and her dog) live with us (my 2 dogs and my self)... Went from 45 pounds of dog chow to about 60 a month... I think 2 insta pots and the bucket will be the way to do it for me to make a double batch..... You are so right, keep doing your best for your doggo and you all enjoy each day you can :)

[@elizabethanguiano3414]

I just finished making this food for my almost 13 year old boxer/pit Buster. It was the first time I used my Instant Pot. My Buster recently starting having seizures & he has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. I have always thought about making his food & then came across your video!! It was relatively easy to make once I got comfortable with the Instant Pot. I made 1 weeks worth. I gave Buster a scoop of it and he started it down!! He loved it! You might ask why bother if he has a brain tumor. Well I've had him since he was 9 weeks old. I'm going to spoil him for the rest of his days. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Your video was informational as well as entertaining. Thank you

[@elizabethanguiano3414]

Snarfed it down.

[@almatorres8235]

My one year old Belgian Malinois recently started having seizures too, I started her on CBD oil made especially for pets from my local smoke shop & she hasn’t had one since (vet says she most likely epilepsy but her thyroid is higher than normal so we’re waiting on more test results atm). Try looking into it if you have a chance, good luck to Buster!!

[@AngelAllisonOfficial]

So sorry to hear about Buster’s health issues. I’m glad you came across this video to spoil him with nutritious food! I hope his diagnosis turns around with more information, but if not, he’s lucky to have an owner like you for the rest of his life. Pets are one of the most precious things in life ❤

[@tmyls8816]

Brain tumor, let's hit it with several foods, blueberries, blackberries, straw and raspberry, lions main mushrooms, ginger, Cruciferous Vegetables (broccoli example), fatty fish(salmon), walnuts, spinach, folate rich foods, Brussel sprouts, curcumin, carrots. Actually I just looked this up for you. Google. Here's a secrete one that kills cancer/tumors and gives stem cell repair= sea buckthorn berries(200mg/day). So make your meat a fatty fish, salmon is best. Add spinach, broccoli, blueberries for sure or mixed berries(antioxidant mix bag is great), ginger, turmeric & curcumin& black pepper for absorption (a must on pepper), olive oil(extra virgin must), lionsmain mushroom, carrots and what ever else. Blueberries & lionsmain will help repair the brain cells and memory, but blueberries will help kill tumors. The tumor can still be killed. She doesn't have a death sentence until you give up for her, your her only hope. Good luck and just Google'foods that kill tumors'. Cross reference Google foods safe for dogs( garlic would be good, but I guess they can't have that, idk.) Good luck to your dog and you. Study it out is all you can start with. Then once educated, apply the knowledge and live. Tart cherry is great for inflammation also. Plus all these food do the same for us

[@amyanderson6684]

I applaud you and would do the same. CBD might help your Buster baby, too.

[@i7Elya]

I'm dog breeder for 15 years. I was looking for video to share with my puppy owners as example of healthy natural dog diet. And this is one of the best I ever seen! It has everything I give to my dogs as well. Amazing job

[@TheBuckStop]

wow thank you that's is so cool to hear!!

[@christinageller1649]

Can you cook it in a crock pot if so how long

[@pennygoedken4804]

I really enjoyed your video! I had a question. What kind of eggs do you use? Organic your just regular eggs. You are a great dog owner ❤

[@lilminotti9721]

Thank you so much for your recipe!! Very, very helpful!!!

[@TJC1315]

​@christinageller1649 I was wondering the same. I don't own an Instapot, but I do have a crockpot.

[@heatherl3328]

Anyone who cares enough to cook for their furry best friend is a GREAT Dog owner!! Thanks for the videos & ignore any criticism!

[@iyamwhatiyam547]

👏👏👏❤

[@billhill839]

There is no greater respect or admiration that I have for a dog lovers.

[@mariarevell4836]

The problem is our GSD farts too much..

[@ew374]

Exactly right❤

[@ew374]

@@billhill839me too👍🥰

[@AnaPG]

I feel bad. You are here sharing with us your way, your research and what works for you and your dog and at the same time kind of apologizing and over explaining everything beacuse people are aholes that look for any excuse to despise your effort... You are helping us a lot here. Please know that we appreciate you. Thank you!

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you but I just ignore the negative

[@donarussell6611]

Consider using bone broth instead of the water and the nutrients they’re worried about loosing actually are in that water, so use the water you cooked the meat and veggies in, it’s nutritious. You also might consider omega 3’s in the form of chia seed and or flax seed, salmon chunks or salmon oil. I also add collagen powder, that helps with the joint pain. Good job at spreading the good news about real food for our real pets.

[@MM-sq5pf]

Where do you apply to be a KZbin watchdog?? My annoying cousin wants to know

[@kmvjor]

Yeaa use that water lmaooo

[@tinaharvey356]

Where do u get the collagen powder

[@kmvjor]

@@tinaharvey356 xdog has some good supplements

[@lionness24rules]

Yes, great suggestions !!

[@rhondahammonds8699]

Our farm dog picks apples, blueberries, and persimmons from the trees and eats them when he wants to. He is so fun to watch!!

[@ivi244]

I’m sorry you had to address all of that in the end. Your dog is getting the best love she can get from a great owner.

[@johnreginahenderson7032]

Don’t listen to the naysayers! I can tell you love your dog! Most men wouldn’t cook for their dog. I just really appreciate you sharing the recipe. We have had labs most of our married life. They are just big dogs. She looks great! I’m enjoying your channel! Thanks!😊Regina

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you very much

[@kristibrown48]

I can’t believe your having to address nosy ppl that are rude in comments ….truly so sick of those ppl. Thanks for your video!

[@Annette_Hons]

I make a similar recipe but use quinoa over brown rice as it’s healthier. I also save my egg shells, rinse them, dry them then bake them for 3 minutes on 400 then ground them into powder and use in my dog food recipe. I’ve been doing this for. 3 years and my dogs are so healthy, it’s awesome!

[@marciaduncanmd]

Good way to get the calcium

[@sylvialashley1297]

I do the same!

[@bethanywhite877]

I’ve heard about that. I always keep my cracked eggshells in the carton until they are gone. I will start doing this. Great idea.

[@sylvialashley1297]

@@bethanywhite877 I only use hard boiled egg shells, that way I don’t have to bake them. You only need a small amount. 1/2 teaspoon per pound of cooked meat. I usually have 10 pounds of meat so I need 5 teaspoons of ground egg shells for my recipe.

[@deemcgillicutty6015]

What do you use to grind shells ?

[@FaithRoss2817]

If you REALLY want to save yourself time and energy invest in a 20qt electric roaster pan. It will hold EVERYTHING for a 2 week batch and you can add things as they need to be cooked. Then you can out right from the roaster into the bowls to freeze. One pan needs to be washed.

[@jeannemcmillintwinlakeses3767]

OOO, great idea. Do you know how many of those are in thrift stores for nothing? Everyone used to have one and now know one want's them.

[@stargypsysoul604]

yes 100% yes! I use this method for home weekly/bi-weekly meal prep too.

[@stargypsysoul604]

@@jeannemcmillintwinlakeses3767I have 6 (for all homestead processing). 4 I got on Facebook marketplace for like $20-40 each. 1 I got a goodwill, a bit old but works fine for $10, the other I got at a thrift store a few towns over for $20, still had the new box looked like it was used once or never used at all ❤ So keep an eye out while thrifting.

[@FallacyAsPraxis]

A good idea. Going to get one.

[@margiedurham650]

Or store In Freezer bags

[@rosecalo4867]

The glasses being cleaned by the steam was the cutest thing!!! Good tip from your wife 🥰🥰

[@bthompson9705]

Don't worry about those that are criticizing your dogs nails, if you have rugs for her and her weight. OBVIOUSLY, you love your furbaby and take very good care of her. I think your recipe is fantastic, nutritional and your dog seems to love it. Keep up the good work!

[@nancyfry2753]

Yes, I could hear the click click click of the nails on the floor. It reminded me of my old dog who had a really hard time with the hardwood floors or laminate. I would have to put down runners for her. Poor old girl I tried everything to keep her from slipping and sliding. She hated those doggie slippers. 😊

[@nogames8982]

I have been feeding Raw for 20 years. I can tell you that this recipe was much better than your first one. I have my own chickens, so if my dogs get eggs and I grind up the shells for them. I feed Rob not cooked but cooked is fine too. My biggest suggestion would be to stop the rice. I see this because rice is inflammatory. So if your dog has arthritis or anything like that, the rice is not going to help at all, it will make it worse. Feed your dog, some raw meaty bones like chicken necks, chicken backs, or chicken feet. Or duck, nicks or turkey necks, etc. Of course don't cook these because bones need to be given Raw but that will provide a great deal of joint support for your dog.

[@lionness24rules]

I agree 💯 w stop the rice. Starches turn to sugars, which feeds cancers also. I never feed any rice, Quinoa etc. Strictly fresh, organic raw meat w bone, low glycemic veg n fruits, w large meaty bones for healthy teeth and fresh breath 😊 and mental fun for her too.

[@lynn4834]

I've been freezing the chicken broth as a frozen treat in this crazy heat (in a small bowl), and my dog loves it.

[@TheDianeBrewer]

I do too and add fish oil

[@mariarevell4836]

I find it hard to buy Salt reduced and saltless broth..

[@dannipix4777]

Quinoa instead of rice might be a nice change. Chia seeds and flax are great for dogs as well. I add all those plus a lil organic cold-pressed unrefined coconut oil. Everything else you added in your first recipe are what I give to my pup also. My dog doesn't care for blueberries unless they are frozen. It's a nice treat after a long walk. Yes, I make egg shell calcium, too. Oh, I also buy bone-in turkey or chicken. After I pick the chicken/turkey off the bone, I make a bone broth, skim the fat, then use that as the liquid for my recipe. . I also piece and squirt one capsule of fish oil on her morning breakfast and top it with a healthy supplement/probiotic powder. Also for a cooling, healthy treat after her daily walk, she gets frozen brocolli or green beans that have been previously steamed . A tiny ramekin of that cools her down quickly and she likes it way better than a boring piece of ice. You're doing a great job. Thank you for sharing.

[@jeepgurl1379]

The chia is an EXCELLENT idea. Very nutritious source of O-3 and fiber

[@lizsummers6818]

My dog is absolutely NUTS for fresh, raw green bean. She'll even sneak and pull them off my plants out in the garden despite me trying to barricade them from her! I finally grew her her own green bean patch lol!

[@gaylefynaut562]

My lab would eat my blackberries off the bushes. My other lab would eat my tomatoes. 😊

[@jessg4678]

This is so cute 🥰

[@01Lenda]

❤ Sounds like my dogs with cucumbers 🥒 and green beans, lol Great idea. Their own patch!

[@TheDragonSeer]

I hope she loves her greenie patch.

[@CombustibleLint]

I grow green beans for my dogs too. They make a great low calorie frozen treats for summer time.

[@sallyray2809]

Thank you so much! I have been feeding my 3 Goldens food that has gone up to $113. 00 for 30 lbs. I am a senior and can’t afford it anymore. I’m going to try your recipe. It is food for people so I feel good about it! Thank you for the videos !!

[@LS-xn1zu]

Try tins of tuna in oil fish is also great for dogs

[@KateWaldo-i2i]

My daughter and I just watched both your videos back-to-back and loved them! You had us cracking up. We're inspired to make fresh dog food for our 90+ pound German Sheppard. Sabel looks great in the recent video. Our dog would also rather sleep on the hard wood floors instead of all the nice comfy spots we provide him. Thanks for the inspiration. You're a good dog dad!

[@TheBuckStop]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing and watching! I am so glad you both laughed and smiled.

[@beckyward6650]

If you make her own dog food you obviously love her. Keep it up. She looks happy. ❤

[@TheBuckStop]

awwww thank you

[@strawberrydesert676]

Thank you for this recipe!! My old girl has been having stomach issues and i cant find a good dog food that keeps her tummy happy. this would ease my stress so much to know everything in it.. Also as a commenter, i apologize for the others who are obnoxiously whining about everything in your videos.. yeeesh. but thank you for this! Will try soon.

[@TheBuckStop]

oh so sorry to hear have you spoke to your Vet? Yeah I dont worry about the nay sayers thank you very much

[@maryjanesteinbrecher3953]

Pepto bismal once may do it. With loose stool I give 3cc for 60#

[@florascott7912]

I don't cook the meat,keeping it raw. Also, use oats instead of rice, as rice is a filler and high carb. You can add the occasional tined sardines or add omega 3 oils. More offal is a great higher protein supplement. I make my portions into meat loaf sizes. If you mix everything together, with added blue berries or grated carrots and zucchini and apple with the ground turkey meat. Form into meatloaf pans and cook. Cool down, and you can cut patties for your dog.

[@reba7396]

You’re an amazing dog dad and it’s so great that you are sharing your recipe. If the white bucket is plastic, please consider maybe a large stainless steel pot or a large glass bowl as plastic is toxic especially when exposed to heat, it will leech chemicals and toxins into all of that great homemade dog food. Love the video ❤

[@carolerosario1201]

That is a great suggestion as I saw his previous video when he mentioned a 5 gallon bucket I immediately thought oh no, use an extra large stainless steel container!

[@MrDickWoods]

It's a food grade bucket!

[@belleb906]

He said bucket is food safe.

[@dawnasmithells6019]

He stated that the bucket is FOOD GRADE!!!

[@KjSaidSo]

Can't believe I watched this and just realized you add the rice veggies in with your potatoes and carrots I did 3 25 minute steps birth times that I made this already lol I'm unnecessarily killing myself lmao I need to pay s attention better Many thanks for the great suggestions Our dogs love watching me do this for them. They already learned the Psssssss noise I announce before releasing steam is me imitating the instapot release lol Means FOOD is coming! 😂 They're patient but geez they stalk the kitchen worse than a hungry hubby lol ❤😂 Many thanks

[@TheBuckStop]

lol your cute - love the Psssss sound story - Sable know when I am cooking her food - thanks

[@KjSaidSo]

​@@TheBuckStopso happy to report the hot spot on papa dog is clearing up! I honestly believe its thanks to you sharing this recipe. 🙌 looking forward to the dog treat video! Hummm maybe you already did it? I should go check the channel I'm sure I'll find something else I'll enjoy!! Many thanks again 🤗

[@sybildarcy9166]

Sable is adorable!! Don’t listen to the nosey people 🤦‍♀️ awesome video! Thank you for sharing!

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you very much

[@cherylrightnour9918]

Thank you for all your videos- I was looking at the same site you were ( in your other video)- the pouches of dog food- kinda expensive) Then I saw someone making their dog food & then found your videos. Love the demonstration- seeing how it’s done makes it easier on me. Our dog hates dry food - we’ve changed it 2 times- even when we put some of our food that had for dinner in it- He will try eat all the stuff around it - then I saw a video by vet describing all the crap in our dogs & cat foods p. Is why I was looking around & found you & 1 other person making it ( yours is best). Tell you wife we know he’s probably making a mess & maybe spending too much time on these videos- But We All appreciate you doing them for us who love our dogs & want better healthier foods. Tell her we’re sorry & appreciate her patience with you doing this & thank her for letting you show All of us. And blessings to your family 💕

[@TheBuckStop]

awww thank you for kind words

[@MissKim--SP]

I used to make my dog food. My husband liked it so much I had to make a batch for us. It didn't have as many ingredients as you use so it was like a rice casserole and I added spices to ours. I'm glad I looked up this update before I made it. I forgot about the black pepper.

[@tiffanycollins296]

Lol

[@lindalee3729]

Wild blueberries are higher in antioxidants fyi, and they come frozen in a bag, also I compared beans to broccoli and went with broccoli. I also do half turkey and half ground beef. I just need to add something with more calories cause my old man seems to be getting thinner like old dogs do but he loves this food!

[@TheBuckStop]

oh good advice thank you

[@debraolson7553]

Yep my dog prefers broccoli over beans, shell steal broccoli off my plate if I don't watch her.😂

[@MegaPerson012345]

I have an old bag of huckleberries in the freezer from like 8 years ago

[@cherylschumaker1366]

What a great dog owner !!

[@MissKim--SP]

I can't believe people are complaining about her care? You obviously love her enough to spend this time and energy just on her food. I would assume she's very well taken care of.

[@AlariDiAstra]

Just wash and rinse your rice really well until the water is clear. If you use warm water it will help draw out and remove as much stuff as you can get it.

[@torahobservant8708]

If you put a tablespoon, or 2 of apple cider vinegar with the water and let it soak overnight, or for at least 7 hours, then rinse well; it works even better. For humans as well.. :)

[@janauldrych643]

What about tuna any thoughts on

[@kriskriskris32]

When we adopted a dog from the shelter he was throwing up every time he ate so i did a little research and started making his food until i found an option he could tolerate. I did chicken and brown rice with peas and carrots (it was what i had on hand at the time), and he loved it. I finally found a grain free kibble he could tolerate and now i make him pumpkin-cicles (canned pumpkin frozen by the tablespoon in my mini muffin tin) and "candy" (coconut oil with all natural p-nut oil) as treats. He'll be 7 years old in the spring and we've had the care of him for about 5 years now. The last vet appointment the doc said he's doing excellent, much healthier than on his first visit. I'm super careful about his diet because of all the trouble he had when we first brought him home, but I've found that he really loves strawberries, broccoli, and peas, among other things. This video was very informative and i watched the other one as well. Your dog is beautiful and obviously very happy to eat the nutritious good you make for her. I'm glad to have found your channel!😊

[@SarahDike-xz2kk]

Thank you for sharing this recipe. I'm not sure if the new food is the reason, but my dog, who the vet wanted to put on allergy meds, had no evidence of allergies at her appointment.

[@elizabethanguiano3414]

It's been about 5 weeks now since I started making my Busters food. He actually snarfed it up. It's so easy & really quick to make now. I love doing it for him. I found that my ground turkey kind of clumps together when I'm done cooking it so I used my potatoes masher to break it down. Works well for me. Next I will be making my first batch of calcium supplement. Thank you for your recipes. Buster says, Yum!

[@elizabethanguiano3414]

I also purchased the 5 gallon food safe bucket. It's a great idea & works well for me

[@bethanywhite877]

I bought a meat masher on Amazon. I’ve seen them at the dollar tree as well. I love it.

[@SFL323]

I was looking for dog food recipes, good videos. Btw KZbin comments from the fellowship of the miserable never disappoint

[@TheBuckStop]

lol thank you and no doubt!

[@angelaseperghan9539]

You are doing great with Sable! Some people just love to sit in judgement of others when they don't even know the facts. Keep doing what you're doing!😊

[@capitalj1987]

Thanks brother my last dog lived 22 years miniature schnauzer I always feed him home made meals I’m looking for new ideas for my new Chihuahua puppy and my now 11 year old pit lab mix this looks just about everything i did be before only thing was I didn’t add turmeric I will now it’s an anti-inflammatory good idea and I use chicken over turkey but I’ll just use turkey. It’s a healthier meat 🥩 I lean something thanks brother pet life is amazing

[@dawn56667]

Sable looks happy and healthy... she is doing what dogs do lying all the floor ❤😊

[@alisadavis9916]

I've made dog food in my instant pot a few times when one of my dogs was sick. On the grains, I used equal parts of brown rice and steel cut oats. I didn't add peas, but instead, green beans. I also added an egg, including the shell, frozen blueberries, and a cut up apple without the core. Some of the time, I used equal parts, ground turkey and beef. Instead of water, I use salt free bone broth. The rest of your ingredients were the same as what I used.

[@TheBuckStop]

thanks for you suggestion - Sable eats everything except the peas - I don't know why - she eats all her food and leaves the peas stangest thing

[@jcking6785]

@@TheBuckStop Smart dogs don’t eat peas! 😂😂😂

[@luciacontreraslccandlecott1877]

My GSD thinks your dog food is the best. When it’s time to eat she waits for me at the refrigerator. Thank you so much. Love it

[@amyanderson6684]

Been feeding homecooked with dry, but my 3 doggies started really not wanting the dry. Stated doing this. They LOVE it. I have a half dane/half gsd (120lbs), a Dogo Argentino (100lbs), and a 50lb pittie mix. I cannot afford to order FD. This I can do. No more dry. Theyre coats look amazing, less grazing, and good stools. Im sold. Thanks so much!

[@elisarivetti6375]

Sweet dog. Remember we all have opinions; some have facts. Thanks for all your work and research. I have used a similar recipe and will now update mine with yours. Thanks again

[@tracychandler5336]

Thank you so much for this! Our 2 1/2 year old doodle was on farmers dog and loved it and did so well on it, it got to be too expensive for us and we had to switch to a more affordable food. He is very picky and didn’t like the food. We just made a double batch of your recipe and feed him some tonight and he gobbled it up. He had been having some digestive issues and diarrhea. Vet wanted us to go on a sensitive stomach dog food. We didn’t want to do that. This is a great alternative to a healthy food for our baby.

[@TheBuckStop]

nice! so happy to hear! thank you for letting us know

[@mmiller1011]

How much is farmers dog food? This recipe is &120/ month

[@MrDickWoods]

​@@mmiller1011it's almost twice that amount depending on the size of your dog.

[@tacooflove6175]

@@mmiller1011they make custom meals and will make you a recommended meal for your dog if you go to there website for your dog breed and size for 2 weeks worth of food. My 35 pound beagle is 6.01 a day at $64 for 2 weeks worth of food. I usually get blue buffalo $80 but my dog is kinda meh about it so I got chicken topper for it $3 a tube a week so $100 but the bag last 2 months. So it would be about $50 difference if I don’t get the meat on sale and I can usually get a $5 chicken from Costco or catch meat on sale since I can freeze half a batch it might work out better. 🤔

[@mariaderosia9160]

You are awesome! You clearly love your dog! People who are negative just blow my mind! It should speak volumes that you are making healthy dog food for your senior pup! Keep up the good work! Thank you again for this video. Blessing

[@robdonegan6749]

Great videos. I make a big batch for my dog. One thing I do instead of storing in Tupperware, I use quart freezer bags and put 2 cups of food in each bag. I make enough to fill 25 bags and freeze them and just pull them out a day before I need to use them.

[@hopewolfe1085]

I commend you! You obviously love and take good care of your doggie! At the end of the day we pretty much all are over weight 😂 keep loving and learning for your happy doggie!

[@TheBuckStop]

truth

[@kristinshea-h4i]

Ur doing great and obviously go above and beyond for ur dog. Don't let the trolls get to u, some people would rather pick someone else apart than improve themselves

[@jeanienelson5468]

I have never commented on a you tube video- but THANK YOU! You do such a great job of explaining and do not skip any details! I can see she loves the food too! Don’t know why you have people worried about your rugs or dog’s weight- not their business- but thanks again!!

[@davedraper1173]

Wow, my Beagleman loves this recipe, she ate it up, licked the bowl clean, left only to return to lick the bowl again. Thanks! I usually do Fresh Pet, but dang that stuff is costly.

[@ninabooker2904]

It’s so heartwarming to see you put so much effort toward your dogs health and happiness. Sable is luck to be so ❤ loved. I don’t have a dog yet but I’m getting ready. Thanks for sharing. I don’t get why so many people leave negative comments. It’s so rude. Asking questions okay but please don’t take the negativity to heart. It’s obvious that you love Sable and are doing your very best for her. Too many know it alls. Good luck moving to your new home.

[@susieoliver267]

Just watched and subscribed to your videos, and thanks for doing all the work in finding this recipe! Sable is a beautiful "sugar face". My Grady is also a 10-year old Lab and has a bit of trouble getting up and down - he's also 100 pounds. So...I was going to donate my Instant Pot - brand new, never used it. It intimidated me for a reason I can't justify, since I have an old pressure cooker and used it a lot for canning. Anyway, I've been feeding Grady various fresh cooked meats, veggies, and some fresh fruit for quite awhile, but LOVE your ideas so much more, since they're so much less labor intensive. I've been cooking meats and veggies individually - lots of work and time, although my Grady is worth every minute of my time. Makes so much sense to do it your way. My sweet boy is going to be fed like your precious Sable is from now on. Good luck with your move - I can't wait to see more of your dog food recipes! My Vet also agrees feeding more fresh food is best, and that we've been over-medicating our pets far too long, so Grady gets minimal vaccines and what my Vet gives her dogs. I trust her completely and Grady is a happy, healthy boy who's about to eat even healthier! Thank you so much.

[@renee1503]

Thank you for loving your Pup so much. Lovely to see.

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you she is my baby

[@RonnaLehn-z2k]

Tip, the square holes in the instant pot handles fit the square in the lid to hold it, no need to find a place for the hot lid :)

[@LyndaHowell-n1n]

Made this today from your prior video. Gave my 14y/o Vizsla a taste and he just stood there as if saying..MORE MORE! So I caved and gave 1/4C to each dog as a treat. Still they wanted more. Thanks for sharing. It’s worth it to me. Costed out to be $133/mo for each dog & Farmers Dog wanted $275/month per dog. ❤️

[@lindaraines474]

Great suggestion the food safe pail!!! Do what your Vet and You decide are good for your dog! Don’t listen to the criticism from you get. Love your advise. Talked to my Vet about your recipe and he was very satisfied with what you are doing!!

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you :)

[@feldon27]

Made this yesterday but reduced the cook time on the chicken, to 12 min, put 1 cup of chicken broth in the blender with the liver to make it easier to blend/pour, put 1 cup of water in the instapot with the chicken, and only added 1 cup of water to the vegetables, and at the end, there was no excess water and thus I didn't pour out any nutrients or flavor down the sink. My dog absolutely loved it! Thank you so much for this video.

[@BigHenFor]

If you're adding a grain, like brown/white rice, oats, etc, cook that in the juices from the meat/vegetables. You don't need to chuck any liquid down the sink. Save any spare in the fridge for the dog as a drink.

[@tiffanycollins296]

Or as some have said freeze ice cube size for a cool treat

[@MixedUpMutt27]

Love it your pup is saying dad I want my food now. 😂 I watched both food videos back to back and her talking to you while you cook her food is proof enough she loves it!

[@TheBuckStop]

lol yes she is enjoying the food very much thank you

[@BeverlyMoss-dy9kb]

Thank you! Im looking for healthy puppy food

[@vickiegroome3220]

Good update. Suggestion on the frozen Greene veggies. You can probably add them to the finished cooked potato carrot mix The heat will cook the greens !

[@TheBachBabe]

"Well meaning, know it all keyboard warriors" are the best! You handled them amazingly.

[@jjinmykitchen9544]

great recipe…i use quinoa and some brown rice. My basset hound dog gets hungry again sometimes so i have added more protein and i found that helped. i'm also doing greek yogurt and blueberry on a lick pad and they been loving it. i will have to try adding the blueberry to the food 🙂

[@Alicia652]

Thank you for sharing your recipe and how you cook it all in the instapot! I have just purchased the ingredients to make food for my Marlee. She is a miniature schnauzer who will be 5 next month. So, I will be using my Instapot to prepare everything tomorrow. I have been feeding her IAMs dry food all her life until about 3 months ago. I began The Farmer’s Dog program with her and she loves it! However, I have determined that I can prepare good nutritional food for her myself at a must more cost effective price. So, I will be canceling that program and making Marlee’s food myself! Thanks again for sharing your recipe in this very informative video!

[@Kasonas]

Great to see you are adding calcium. 👍. Great job, and thanks for sharing.

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you :)

[@kimmargowskiify]

I just started making food for our aging Bully's . They are slowing down therefore gaining weight on bag food . I love your videos and I was a dog breeder of Boxers for many years and I wished I had known them what I know now about dog food. GREAT JOB AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. YOUR DOG LOVES YOU MORE FOR IT!! IT SHOWS!!

[@florangelahinckley8455]

I also make my dogs food but I use ground beef,added raw to the rice and vegetables at feeding time, also give them eggs and sometimes sardines, good idea to add the turmeric and blueberries, thank you for your video

[@bethanywhite877]

I do raw meat too. I also use raw organ meat.

[@tracydimond3759]

Going off @faithsgardenofweeden7366 's suggestion...i have an electric roaster that'll hold up to a 28 lb bird, it also has a removable inner liner so you'd have an easier time cleaning up. Or if you needed to cook for large or giant breeds of dogs. I have taken to adding a dash of black pepper and about 1/3 tsp. Tumeric and 1/3 tsp. Ginger in my coffee. Didn't think about adding it to my dogs' food. Still learning as i go. 😊

[@nitabaker9851]

@tracydiamond3 On your coffee, do you loose weight?

[@tracydimond3759]

@@nitabaker9851 well, i've noticed my clothes getting slightly looser but i haven't weighed myself. I've only been adding it to my coffee for just over a week so...

[@CuBanMumzy]

Obviously you preparing your dog these natural meals, to me means you care very much for the well being of Sable, please ignore the people that comment about your pup's weight and nails. Some people just love to criticize on youtube. They are trolls. Thank you so much for great advice. Gonna try these recipes out.

[@TK-xz9ek]

We give our dog the cooking liquid / broth to drink. He really likes it

[@SmokeyMtnRobin]

As for the arsenic, wash and overnight soak your rice.

[@lakeishawilliams4336]

I started using this recipe for my shepherd/husky mix I added salmon and he loves it. I have been doing this for a month now and his coat is so shiny and he is just looking a lot better.

[@hallsoftaraflorist4681]

I have a mastiff and wonder how many cups to give a day. 1 yr old 163lbs. Would love to make the food. Someone told me I also have to give kibble away well. But I’m trying to avoid kibble. Would appreciate your input

[@waterfalls25]

You take such good care of her. I know youve had a lot of suggestions but if you’re interested fish or salmon oil is a nice addition

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you and yes it has been suggested thank you

[@liontamer13]

Instead of the Tupperware I use sealable freezer bags you can use quart or gallon size for easier storage.

[@audreybottomly8321]

The smell of it venting definitely brought my dog Mesa into the kitchen. Thanks for taking the time to answer everyones questions!

[@lizdavis3295]

Thank you for this second recipe. ❤

[@bkallen2333]

I just made dog food from your previous recipe and just watch this video! On my next try, I will try your new adjustments! Thank you so much!

[@TheBuckStop]

tantastic! thats so cool thank you

[@lisamayer6313]

I have been making my food based on your videos for 3 months now. My dogs healthier than he's ever been! I took him to the groomer yesterday - first haircut since he started on his home made dog food. The groomer said his coat is completely different. His hair is softer, coming in curly and turning red again. He is no longer constipated, has not had one seizure, his breath is better, and he is calmer. Its amazing. One thing I started adding is a handful of cranberries (to help him with UTIs). Thank you!

[@MrsBrenAtkins024]

So good for Sable! I wonder could you rinse the rice in cold water until the water is somewhat clear. I do that before putting rice in my rice cooker. See you soon!

[@TheBuckStop]

yes you can thank you

[@sharonhale3385]

I think your video is amazing! Thank you for doing the research!

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you for the compliment

[@venternicky9599]

I think you are doing a great job!!! Don’t take some of the beings too seriously 😅. You know your fur baby!! Look after her your way. These big mouths don’t even cook for their own dogs, if they even own a dog?

[@TheAliciacakes]

Yummy! Thank you 😊 I have this shirt too!

[@TheBuckStop]

Thank you - Live long and prosper :)

[@prole2554]

My dog used to be a picky eater before I started making his food. I use chicken though instead of turkey.

[@jbuchan8114]

Love it going to store tonight.

[@jenniferblake5442]

Just watched your video from a few months ago!!! This is great!!! Thank you for taking time to show us your process!

[@TheBuckStop]

absolutly! my pleasure! thank you

[@marcellahilton255]

I don't have an Instapot or anything like. I just boil all together. Guess ok but I must get some Tumeric and it seems egg shells too. Chk,rice,carrots,sweet potates,green beans,peas. Switch between g_beans/peas. After boiled, I put in blender n freeze. This video just popped up. Suggestions?

[@nettiepoohsews]

Thank you for sharing this recipe! I've had my doggie on it for about a month and i can see a huge improvement in his skin and itchiness. Thanks again!!

[@kimp6284]

Thank you for the great recipe! I've been cooking for my dog for a while can't wait to see what you come up with for the cat 😻 woof woof

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you - we just moved so as soon as we get settled and get some time we can look into cat food

[@kristinasablanauthentic]

You are so wonderful! They are lucky to have you. Thanks for simplifying the process. I make diy just food for dogs and this seems better. Also quivker!

[@susieoliver267]

Love this updated video! I made your first recipe and it's great, but your updated video is much less labor intensive, so thanks very much for this! Next, I'll be making your egg shell calcium recipe for my Grady. So happy to get my boy on better quality, human grade food, and my Vet agrees. Oh, and I love my Instant Pot - not afraid of it anymore!

[@TheBuckStop]

awesome! thank you let us know how it goes

[@fernandanorory6413]

You could try lamb or veal for a change, it contains a lot of colagen! In fact, once refrigerated it becomes jello... i give some of those to my doberman on the hot days and she loves it

[@annemae7]

I love your transparency! I've been using a calculator through Feed Real to formulate my pups meals but I definitely found some helpful tips and ingredients in this video!

[@TheBuckStop]

thank you glad I could provide some value

[@janiceredding2349]

I love your videos and started making dog food for my 10 year old Baby. I had a friend that ask me how I came up with a dog recipe and when I started telling her what all was in it, her comment was…….WOW! I appreciate all that you do for your dog, our animals are family members and I can see they mean a lot to you. Can’t wait for the next video and God Bless You.

[@bills1870]

As far as the rice thing goes, which i am sure someone has probably mentioned by now, to avoid arsenic in your rice as much as possible just buy rice not grown in the USA. Other countries have far better food standards than we do as far as chemicals in their food.

[@barnrazedbyjesse6893]

YES, USE THAT BROTH!

[@sandralawson9917]

I've made this recipe for my dogs, they love it!

[@TheBuckStop]

i am so glad to hear that thnk you!!!

[@dannahammer-im9bv]

If you’re making your dogs food, you love her. You can tell she is in a later stage of life and you’re doing what you think is best. Bless their hearts for thinking they need more knowledge about your situation. I’m glad you care enough to look at our comments and research our thoughts.

[@therealjess23]

i've been using feed real to help create my dog's meals! this is a great start! thank u for sharing (:

[@Linallarii]

@rawwtweileris their calculator for raw or cooked good?

[@whackp264]

After watching your video this morning I went out and bought the few things that I didn't have and I made my dog some homemade food she loved it and I like your new suggestions I always save myself so I'm going to make my own egg shells and I want to thank you for your video

[@TheBuckStop]

awwww thank you so much

[@justinephelps3639]

I’ve been using your recipe for over two months and my 2 dachshunds LOVE it. The porky one has been slowly slimming down over the weeks and has more energy now and a silky softer coat. I feel great about feeding them fresh homemade food where I know everything that goes into it. I do sprinkle a probiotic, vitamin/mineral powder on top just to cover my bases as a first time dog food cooker. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Its affordable, easy and they gobble it up licking the bowl. 🐶🐶

[@kiloindiaalphasierra4298]

how much do you feed them? mine is at the borderline of being overweight. she gets fed twice a day

[@AnnieDog-arfarf1]

So glad to have found your channel. Your pup is well loved and well cared for.