Here are some sample dog recipes . Raw Food Diet. Some pet owners feed their dogs raw food only, to avoid any potential problems with raw food. Consult your veterinarian before trying this. Too much of this can result in a badly balanced diet, and once your dog knows that there's a world outside dog food, your pet might not be so satisfied with the regular stuff.
Different breeds have different food needs.
William D. Cusick, The Animal Advocate gives specific guidelines about what kind of food, and how much of it, to feed your pet. A French Bulldog can thrive on a diet of beef, wheats, oats and beet pulp. On the other hand, the Chow Chow, originating from Tibet, where it subsisted on a largely vegetarian diet, should be fed rice and soy, along with occasional fish. Keep your dog's age in mind. Puppies tend to need more calories, and more protein, than older dogs.