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A collection of 7 veterinarian-reviewed homemade cat food recipes spanning raw, cooked, and premix-based formulations to support cats with varied dietary requirements. Each recipe includes precise protein, fat, and mineral ratios to meet feline nutritional standards.
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Recipe 1 - Raw Ground Rabbit (Alnutrin for Meat & Bone): Cut the meat off the rabbit carcass and chop it into 1-inch pieces.
Chop or crush the bones into pieces small enough to feed through your meat grinder.
Grind the meat, bones, and organs into a bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Alnutrin and water.
Stir the mixture into the ground rabbit then divide into portions and freeze.
Recipe 2 - Turkey Breast and Sweet Potato (Balance It Carnivore Blend): Roast the turkey breast at 350°F until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Bake the sweet potato with the turkey.
Combine all ingredients per Balance It recipe builder instructions.
Portion and freeze raw recipes in ice cube trays or small containers for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in refrigerator before serving. Cooked recipes last 3–4 days refrigerated or 2 months frozen.
Yes, all 7 recipes in this collection have been reviewed and approved by a veterinarian and include balanced ratios of protein, essential amino acids, taurine, vitamins, and minerals required for feline health.
Yes, you can alternate between raw and cooked options depending on your cat's preference and digestive tolerance. Introduce any new recipe gradually over 7-10 days to avoid digestive upset.
Raw cat food should be used within 24-48 hours or frozen for up to 3 months. Cooked recipes can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Premixes like Alnutrin and Balance IT Carnivore Blend provide essential vitamins, minerals, taurine, and other micronutrients that whole-food ingredients alone cannot supply in proper quantities.
No special equipment is required. A kitchen scale for accurate measurements, a food processor or blender for mixing, and basic cookware for the cooked options are sufficient.
