🐶 Homemade Weight Gain Recipes for Dogs That Actually Work

💬 “When your dog looks too skinny no matter what you feed — it’s time to bring in the big guns. Let’s talk about what really works.”

If your dog is underweight, struggling to gain muscle, or recovering from illness, homemade weight gain meals can change the game. Not only are they more natural, but you also control exactly what goes in.

Today we’re unlocking the #1 recipe vets and rescuers swear by — and 2 bonus options you can try too.

🧨 The Ultimate Dog Weight Gain Recipe: Satin Balls

Satin Balls are famous in the dog world for one reason:

🥩 They work fast.
They’re soft, raw, calorie-packed meatballs loaded with fat and protein. Originally made for rescues and emaciated dogs, they’re now a go-to for anyone looking to bulk up their pup — the healthy way.

🍖 Satin Balls Recipe (Classic 1 lb Batch)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb raw ground beef (80/20 or fattier)

• 1½ cups total cereal OR oats

• 1 cup wheat germ

• 1 raw egg (with shell)

• 1 tbsp unsulfured molasses

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or coconut oil)

• 1 packet unflavored gelatin

• Optional: a pinch of garlic powder (for taste only — skip if unsure)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.

2. Mix thoroughly by hand (yes, like real meatballs).

3. Roll into small bite-sized balls.

4. Place on a tray, freeze overnight.

5. Serve frozen or thawed as a meal topper or snack.

🐕 Recommended Dosage:

• Small dogs: 1–2 balls/day

• Medium dogs: 3–5 balls/day

• Large dogs: 5–8 balls/day
  (Adjust based on weight goals)

🧠 Satin balls aren’t full meals — they’re supplements. Feed alongside kibble or raw diet.

⚠️ Raw Feeding Safety Tips

• Use fresh, human-grade meat

• Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly

• Freeze batches in advance

• Never leave raw balls out for long

• Puppies or sick dogs? Cook the beef lightly first

🍲 Bonus Weight Gain Recipe #2: Cooked Chicken & Sweet Potato Mash

Ingredients:

• 1 cup boiled shredded chicken

• ½ cup cooked sweet potato

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Optional: pinch of turmeric or bone broth

Mash it all together, let cool, and serve warm as a topper.
➡️ Great for dogs who won’t touch raw meat.

🍳 Bonus Weight Gain Recipe #3: Egg & Rice Power Mix

Ingredients:

• 2 scrambled eggs

• ½ cup cooked white rice

• 1 tbsp fish oil or flaxseed oil

Mix and serve with your dog’s main meal.
➡️ Perfect for senior dogs or sensitive stomachs.

💡 Pro Tip: Your Dog’s Coat Will React to the New Diet

As your dog eats more fat and protein, the coat may shed more, get oily, or flaky — this is normal.
What’s not normal? Ignoring grooming.

That’s why we always pair these meals with our Self-Cleaning Deshedding Brush.

Why it works:

• Reaches undercoat where mats form

• Removes dead hair while stimulating blood flow

• Works on all breeds, short or long

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📊 Results You Can Expect

Track your dog’s weight weekly using a baby scale or vet visits.

✅ Wrap Up: Feed Smart. Monitor. Groom Consistently.

Feeding your dog to gain weight isn’t just about piling on calories.
It’s about doing it cleanly, strategically, and lovingly.

So:

• Start with satin balls

• Use toppers like chicken + eggs

• Groom weekly

• Monitor weight weekly

Your pup deserves to feel strong again. Let’s make that happen. 💪🐶