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8 Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Skin Allergies (Vet-Approved)

By Nicole Cosgrove · Reviewed & fact-checked by Dr. Joanna WoodnuttVet Approved
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Dog Food Recipes for Skin Allergies

Does your dog have skin allergies? You may be interested in making homemade dog food so that you can control the ingredients. If your dog is allergic to chicken, eggs, or wheat, you can easily avoid those ingredients by choosing the right recipe.

But how do you find the right recipe? That’s where we come in! We’ve put together this list of eight healthy homemade dog food recipes for skin allergies. No matter what your dog is allergic to, you should be able to find the perfect recipe on this list.

The 8 Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Skin Allergies

Note: These recipes have been approved by a veterinarian because they include only dog-friendly ingredients; however, some of these recipes are not complete and balanced diets to feed your pup on a daily basis. You need to know exactly what ingredients your dog is allergic to to consider what is safe for them. Once you know what your dog can eat, then these recipes can be a great add-on to provide some variability to your dog’s diet. However, keep in mind that they are only meant to be fed on occasion and not as a regular staple diet. Please consult your veterinarian to help you decide what the best diet is for your dog.

1. Chicken-Free Homemade Dog Food Recipe

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If your dog is allergic to chicken, here’s a great dog food recipe you’ll want to try. It uses ground beef along with vegetables and rice to make a simple, tasty, and allergy-free dog food.


2. Turkey Rosemary Dog Food

turkey and rosemary dog food
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Brown rice, turkey, and dried rosemary come together in this easy recipe to make a very simple homemade dog food. Your dog will enjoy the limited ingredients!


3. Wheat-Free Healthy Dog Food Recipe

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IMage Credit: Tasty-lowcarb

If your dog is allergic to wheat, you may be interested in this easy recipe, which combines proteins like beef, turkey, and tuna with plain brown rice and vegetables.


4. Simple Crock-Pot Dog Food

Chicken slow cooker dog food
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This homemade dog food recipe for allergies is incredibly easy to throw together, as long as you have a Crock-Pot. Substitute the ground chicken with any other protein if your dog is allergic! Plus, it’s wheat-free.


5. Grain-Free Turkey Dog Food

Are you looking to avoid grains entirely? This homemade dog food recipe contains ground turkey, turkey liver, and vegetables like zucchini and broccoli. Simple and tasty!


6. Yogurt & Pumpkin Bowl for Dogs

Pumpkin and yogurt dog food
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Looking for something really simple that your dog will love? This yogurt and pumpkin bowl, which includes a few healthy herbs and vitamins, comes together quickly and doesn’t use any common dog food allergy ingredients.


7. Veterinary Secret’s Dog Food Recipe for Allergies

If your pouch is allergic to beef, then you might want to give this recipe a try. It has turkey, egg, fish oil, carrots, and brown rice as the main ingredients, plus some supplements. This homemade recipe can be a great option for your dog


8. Turkey Vegetable Dog Food

This homemade dog food recipe uses very few ingredients, making it safer for allergic dogs and easy on your wallet. Just combine turkey with peas, carrots, and sweet potatoes and you’ve got dog food!

What Causes Skin Allergies in Dogs?

If your dog has skin allergies, the first thing you’ll want to do is figure out what they’re allergic to. Dog skin allergies can be reactions to flea bites, certain foods, or environmental issues like dust and mold. Talk to your veterinarian if you’re not sure what might be causing your pup’s itchy skin!

Dogs that are allergic to food can be diagnosed by placing them on a limited-ingredient and novel protein diet. Your vet will be able to help you pinpoint the exact triggering ingredient. The most common dog food allergies are chicken, pork, beef, dairy, eggs, and wheat gluten. Once you figure out which ingredients your dog is allergic to, you can choose the best recipe to provide them with some safe variability.

Conclusion

There you have it—eight easy and healthy homemade dog food recipes for itchy skin. Whether your dog is allergic to beef, chicken, or grains, you’ll be able to cook a great meal using one of these recipes. We hope you can banish your furry friend’s allergies by learning to make dog food for dogs with allergies—and give them a tasty meal!

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