Limited Ingredient Duck
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (680g) ground duck meat, skin removed, 90% lean
- 1 cup (185g) cooked white jasmine rice, cooled
- 1/2 cup (75g) steamed and mashed butternut squash
- 1/4 cup (30g) steamed green beans, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons (28g) safflower oil
- 1 large egg (50g), lightly scrambled and cooked
- 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken bone broth
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Place ground duck in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small crumbles, and cook thoroughly until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 8-10 minutes.
- While duck cooks, prepare white jasmine rice according to package directions, then allow to cool to room temperature.
- Steam butternut squash until fork-tender, about 12 minutes, then mash thoroughly with a fork; set aside to cool.
- Steam green beans until soft, about 8 minutes, then chop finely to aid digestion.
- In a separate small pan, lightly scramble the egg without added seasoning until fully cooked, then chop into small pieces.
- Combine all prepared ingredients in a large mixing bowl, add safflower oil and bone broth, and stir until evenly mixed.
- Divide into individual portions based on your dog's weight and caloric needs, then refrigerate or freeze as directed in safety guidelines.
💊 Required Supplements
Add the following per 4 lbs (1.8 kg) of finished food: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) calcium carbonate powder, 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) dicalcium phosphate, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) fish oil providing 500mg combined EPA and DHA, 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) potassium chloride, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) magnesium glycinate, 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) zinc methionine providing 25mg elemental zinc, 1/8 teaspoon (0.6g) vitamin E (mixed tocopherols) providing 50 IU, 1/8 teaspoon (0.6g) vitamin D3 providing 200 IU, 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) iodized salt, 1/8 teaspoon (0.6g) copper gluconate providing 2mg elemental copper, and 1/4 tablet (crushed) of a complete B-complex providing 100% DV for thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, B6, B12, and folic acid.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb dog)| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 28g (35% DM) |
| Fat | 12g (15% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 38g (45% DM) |
| Fiber | 4g (5% DM) |
| Moisture | 72% |
| Calcium | 1.2% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.9% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.3:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store prepared food in airtight glass or BPA-free plastic containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days at 40°F (4°C) or below, or freeze in portion-sized containers at 0°F (-18°C) for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator, never at room temperature. Always wash hands and all surfaces with hot soapy water after handling raw poultry. Discard any food left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours. This recipe contains bone broth that must be made with real bones simmered for at least 12 hours to ensure safety. Do not use store-bought broth containing onion, garlic, or excessive sodium.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute duck with chicken or beef if your dog has confirmed poultry or red meat allergies, as this defeats the limited-ingredient purpose. Do not replace white rice with brown rice without adjusting cooking time and water ratio, as brown rice may be harder to digest for sensitive dogs. Do not use pumpkin instead of butternut squash without recalculating carbohydrate content, as pumpkin is significantly lower in calories and carbohydrates. Do not omit or reduce calcium and phosphorus supplements, as this recipe without them will be severely deficient in these critical minerals. Do not add any additional vegetables, grains, or protein sources without consulting a veterinary nutritionist, as this will alter the nutritional balance and may trigger allergies.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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