Commercially produced dog foods, especially those that have been certified by national veterinary societies, provide a good, safe and convenient way of feeding your dogs. However, some people find that their dogs are sensitive to some of the preservatives in these foods and want an inexpensive alternative. In this case, dog nutrition is more important. Some other people simply don't feel that the monotonous dog diet of the same kibble all of the time is good for their dog nutrition, while others worry about trace nutritional elements that might be missed any one set diet.
As a matter of fact, a nutritious and balanced dog diet based on people's food is easy to prepare.
- A 12 oz portion is suitable for one day's ratio for a 20 lb dog.
- 4 oz (1/2 cup) protein = any meat, chicken, fish or eggs (all cooked).
- 4 oz vegetables = any cooked vegetables (obviously not potatoes or other high carbohydrates). Examples are carrots, broccoli, turnips, green peppers, green beans, etc., (except onions and garlic)
- 4 oz carbohydrate = cooked rice or grains, cooked cereals such as oatmeal, potatoes, pasta or even bread (packed tight when measuring).
While this basic diet is balanced; it can be improved by some simple supplements.
To mix the basic supplement use :
1 cup debittered brewers yeast
1 cup wheat germ
2 cups powdered milk
1 cup powdered kelp
Mix together and store in a cool dry place.
To improve the dog food diet quality add 1 tsp of the basic supplement for each 12 oz portion of the food mixture and 1 tsp vegetable oil (I prefer corn oil or flax oil since they have high content of linoleic acid which is good for the dog's skin).
12 oz of the basic diet is appropriate for a 20 lb dog, you would double this daily ratio for a 40 lb dog, triple it for a 60 lb dog or halve it for a 10 lb dog. Always remember to watch the dog's weight and adjust portion sizes accordingly.
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