How to Make Dehydrated Dog Food at Home

Before you buy your next bag of dog food, consider making your own homemade dehydrated dog food. Many commercial dog foods are recalled because they contain additives that are harmful to a dog's health. By making your own, you are ensuring that it is safe for your dog to consume. It is important to include the necessary vitamins your dog needs to grow and be healthy. Many varieties of homemade dehydrated dog food recipes exist, so follow each recipe step carefully to ensure that your dog will enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal.

Things You'll Need

  • 1 chicken or beef liver
  • Food dehydrator
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • 6 tbsp. water
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups whole-wheat flour
  • Greased baking pan
  • Airtight container
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut the liver into ½-inch strips that are 1/4-inch thick. Place the liver in a food dehydrator. Dehydrate the liver for 6 hours.

    • 2

      Remove the liver and cut each ½-inch strip into 1/4-inch squares. Dehydrate the liver for an additional 6 hours.

    • 3

      Test the liver to make sure there is no moisture left by gently squeezing 1 or 2 pieces. If any moisture is present, put the liver back in the dehydrator for 20-minute intervals until it is dehydrated.

    • 4

      Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

    • 5

      Place 6 tbsp. of water, 1/3 cup of melted butter and 1 egg into a large bowl. Mix these ingredients until they are blended well.

    • 6

      Add 2 cups of whole-wheat flour slowly. While you add the whole-wheat flower, stir it gently into the other ingredients.

    • 7

      Combine 1/3 cup of the dehydrated liver chunks with the other ingredients in the bowl. Once they are blended together, pour them into a greased baking pan.

    • 8

      Bake the dog food mixture for 20 to 25 minutes. Allow it to cool, and then cut or break it into small pieces.

    • 9

      Store the dehydrated dog food in an airtight container.