Homemade Husky Puppy Food

Bringing home your Husky puppy will be an occasion filled with joy, nervousness and decisions. One of the biggest decisions is what to feed your new pet. For many years, it was believed that dogs eat only meat, but it is now known that they are omnivores and eat both meat and plants. Following just a few rules will help you feed your Husky the best diet possible.

  1. Know the Ratio

    • Dogs in general need 40 percent protein, or meat. They should have 30 percent vegetables in their diets. Starch should take the remaining 30 percent. Puppies need more protein during their growing years, especially Huskies, as they are muscular working dogs. Mix the ingredients according to this ratio, but with a slightly higher percentage of protein.

    Rotate the Foods

    • Vary your dog's diet if possible. This does not mean a different meal each day, but every few weeks, switch out what he is eating to make sure he's getting all the nutrients he needs.

      Husky puppies will do best if you leave the food out for no more than 10 minutes and then take it away. You can give it back a few hours later if you feel he hasn't eaten enough.

    The Choices

    • Proteins can be made up of many things. The most popular and easy to get are ground turkey and ground beef. Both are great choices. You can also use duck, veal and chicken. Vegetables that are good to use for dog food are carrots, spinach and green beans. For starch, use rice, barley or oatmeal. Just like people, huskies can have allergies, so be careful to observe your puppy after introducing a new food.

    What Not to Use

    • Your dog is not human, so she does not need the food to be seasoned and spiced. Dogs should not eat foods that are spicy, foods that are too salty and foods that are sour. Chocolate, onions, garlic, and Macadamia nuts can be especially dangerous for dogs. Food should be thrown away three days after cooking and feeding.