Description
This Beef & Barley Dog Soup is a nutritious, homemade meal packed with lean beef, fiber-rich barley, and vegetables, providing a wholesome and comforting dish for your dog’s health and happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup barley
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Pour in the 6 cups of low-sodium broth or water.
- Stir in the barley, diced carrots, celery, and green beans.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let the soup cool to a safe temperature before serving it to your dog.
Notes
- Introduce new foods gradually to avoid digestive upset.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze portions for longer storage.
- Use low-sodium broth to reduce sodium intake for your dog.
- Consider portion sizes based on your dog’s size and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dog Food
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Dog-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Beef & Barley Dog Soup, homemade dog food, healthy dog recipe, dog soup recipe
