Pumpkin is the number one food for settling a dog's upset stomach — and for good reason. Its soluble fibre absorbs excess water in the digestive tract (helping with diarrhoea) while also adding bulk (helping with constipation). Combined with gentle turkey protein and probiotic-rich yoghurt, this tummy soother is the next step after the basic bland diet when your dog's stomach is starting to recover but isn't quite back to normal yet.
At a Glance
| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 15 minutes |
| Servings | 4–6 meals (adjust for dog size) |
| Suitable For | Dogs with digestive upset, irregular stools, sensitive stomachs |
Ingredients
- 400g turkey mince
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (plain, not pie filling)
- 1 cup white rice, cooked very soft
- 2 tablespoons plain yoghurt (no xylitol)
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
Instructions
- Cook rice until very soft and slightly mushy. Set aside.
- Cook turkey mince in a non-stick pan for 5–6 minutes. No oil needed.
- Combine rice, turkey, and pumpkin puree.
- Add grated ginger and mix through.
- Allow to cool, then stir in yoghurt (adding it after cooling preserves the probiotics).
- Serve in small, frequent portions.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Notes
Pumpkin's soluble fibre is remarkable — it forms a gel in the digestive tract that regulates water absorption, helping with both diarrhoea and constipation. Turkey is lean and highly digestible. Ginger has well-documented anti-nausea properties and stimulates digestion. Yoghurt provides probiotics (beneficial bacteria) that help restore healthy gut flora after digestive upset.
Tips
- Use plain pumpkin puree only — NOT pumpkin pie filling which contains sugar and spices.
- Ginger is a natural anti-nausea remedy — particularly helpful if your dog has been vomiting.
- Add yoghurt after cooling to preserve the live probiotic cultures.
- Check yoghurt ingredients for xylitol — an artificial sweetener that's toxic to dogs.
- Start with 1–2 tablespoons of pumpkin per meal and adjust based on stool quality.
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