Things You'll Need
- 4 cups rolled oats
- 6 cups ground beef, pork or turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ cup cooked vegetables
- 1/2 teaspoon iodized salt
- 1 tablespoon bone meal
- 500 IU Vitamin E
- 10,000 IU Vitamin A (unless carrots are included in the vegetables)
Instructions
Prepare the oats according to the package directions and set aside, allowing the cooked grain to cool slightly.
Brown the ground meat lightly. It is not necessary to drain the excess oil, unless your dachshund is in need of a reduced-fat food.
Combine all the listed ingredients in a large bowl. With a large spoon, mix until well blended. Vitamin A is optional, depending on your choice of vegetables, but Vitamin E should always be included because many dachshunds are prone to hair loss and an adequate amount of Vitamin E can help to prevent this.
Measure ½-cup portions and place into freezer bags. Seal bags, squeezing as you seal to remove any excess air.
Allow food to thaw in the refrigerator overnight or in the microwave prior to serving. Feed your dachshund 1 to 1½ cups of homemade food per day.