Pumpkin & Oatmeal Digestive Soother
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground chicken or turkey
- 1 cup canned pure pumpkin
- 1 cup cooked oatmeal
- 1 tbsp flaxseed oil
- 1/2 tsp calcium carbonate
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook ground poultry in a skillet until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked meat with pumpkin and oatmeal.
- Add flaxseed oil and calcium carbonate. Mix well.
- For very sensitive stomachs, serve in smaller, more frequent portions.
- Cool completely. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
💊 Required Supplements
This is a short-term digestive support recipe. For feeding beyond 5 days, add 200 IU vitamin E and a complete canine multivitamin. The pumpkin provides soluble fiber that helps both diarrhea and constipation.
Nutritional Analysis
Approximately 320 kcal per cup. Protein ~28% DM, Fat ~8% DM, Carbohydrates ~40% DM, Fiber ~10% DM. Pumpkin is rich in soluble fiber that absorbs excess water in the digestive tract. Oatmeal provides gentle, easily digestible carbohydrates.
🧊 Safety & Storage
This is intended for short-term digestive support (3-5 days). If digestive issues persist beyond 5 days, consult your veterinarian. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months. Serve at room temperature.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
This bland diet is intentionally simple for digestive recovery. Adding rich ingredients, spices, or high-fat components can worsen digestive upset. Stick to the recipe until your dog's digestion normalizes before transitioning to a regular diet.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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