Growing puppies need extra protein, calcium, and calories to support their rapid development. This simple chicken and rice meal is designed specifically for puppies aged 8 weeks and older, with easily digestible ingredients that are gentle on developing tummies. The cottage cheese adds calcium for strong bones and teeth, while the chicken provides the high-quality protein puppies need to build muscle and support healthy growth.
At a Glance
| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
| Servings | 3–4 puppy meals |
| Suitable For | Puppies 8 weeks+, growing dogs |
Ingredients
- 300g chicken breast, minced or very finely diced
- 1 cup white rice
- 1/2 cup carrots, very finely grated
- 1/4 cup peas, mashed
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1 egg, scrambled
- 1 teaspoon fish oil
Instructions
- Cook rice according to packet directions. Set aside to cool.
- Cook the finely diced chicken in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 5–6 minutes until cooked through.
- Scramble the egg separately in the same pan.
- Steam the grated carrots for 3–4 minutes until very soft. Mash the peas.
- Combine rice, chicken, scrambled egg, carrots, and mashed peas.
- Stir in the cottage cheese and drizzle with fish oil.
- Allow to cool to room temperature. Serve in small, frequent portions.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freeze in small portions for up to 2 months. Puppies should eat fresh food where possible.
Nutrition Notes
Puppies need approximately twice the calories per kilogram of body weight compared to adult dogs. This recipe provides high-quality protein from chicken and eggs for muscle development, calcium from cottage cheese for bone growth, and easily digestible carbohydrates from white rice for energy. Fish oil supports brain and eye development.
Tips
- Cut everything very small or mince it — puppies have small mouths and developing teeth.
- Feed puppies 3–4 smaller meals per day rather than 1–2 large meals.
- Introduce new foods one at a time to identify any sensitivities.
- Always consult your vet about appropriate portion sizes for your puppy's breed and age.
- This recipe supplements — not replaces — a complete puppy food. Discuss with your vet.
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