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If his bones are sticking out and he appears weak and lethargic, this means it is time to put on some doggy weight, and this delicious and nutritious recipe is a great way to start.
Yolk-Beef Balls
This recipe is used to help dogs gain weight after surgery. The egg yolks are used as they contain cysteine, the substance which has protective effects on the liver, while ground beef and peanut butter are high in calcium, iron and protein.
Ingredients you will need
- High-quality commercial dog food
- Spoonfuls of rice and potatoes
- Chicken broth (low-salt)
- Sauces and gravy (formulated for dogs)
- 1 pound of raw ground beef
- 8oz package of cream cheese
- 1 jar of all-natural peanut butter
- 12 dozen egg yolks
- 10oz package of wheat germ
- 1 cup of flaked oats (soaked in heavy cream)
Step-By-Step Preparation
- In a large bowl mix a pound of raw ground beef, an 8oz package of cream cheese, a jar of all-natural peanut butter, a dozen egg yolks, a 10oz package of wheat germ and a cup of flaked oats that have been soaked in heavy cream.
- When the mixture becomes homogenous, form it into balls and put them in the freezer for a few hours.
- Feed the Yolk-Beef Balls to your pooch as food supplements or treat in between his regular meals.