Senior Joint Support Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 4 chicken feet (raw, cleaned)
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1 cup sweet potato, cubed
- 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 2 cans (3.75 oz each) sardines in water, drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Rinse brown rice and set aside in a bowl.
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, rice, and chicken feet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until chicken feet cartilage is soft.
- Remove chicken feet, pick off softened cartilage and skin, and return meat to the pot. Discard bones.
- Add sweet potato, carrots, and green beans. Simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in diced chicken breast and cook for 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Gently fold in sardines, olive oil, turmeric, and parsley. Simmer 5 more minutes.
- Let cool completely before serving. Mash lightly for dogs with dental issues.
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 1 cup serving: 500mg glucosamine HCl powder, 400mg chondroitin sulfate powder, 1000mg fish oil (EPA/DHA combined). Mix supplements into food just before serving to preserve potency. Do not cook supplements.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb senior dog)| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 32g (38% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (18% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 28g (35% DM) |
| Fiber | 3.5g (4% DM) |
| Moisture | 75% |
| Calcium | 0.8% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.65% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.2:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze individual portions in silicone molds for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Always serve at room temperature or slightly warm—never hot. Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw chicken. Consult your veterinarian before introducing chicken feet if your dog has a sensitive stomach.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute chicken feet with weight-bearing bones (beef marrow bones, femurs) as these can crack teeth. Do NOT replace sardines with large predatory fish (tuna, swordfish) due to mercury concerns. Do NOT use onion, garlic, or excessive salt. Turmeric dosage is calibrated for dogs—do not increase without veterinary guidance as it may interact with blood thinners.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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