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Thinking of making my own dog food to save money. Is it healthy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 7 months old

Is there anyway I could start making my own dry dog food, I want to start saving money on dog food but yet make it healthy for her.

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 22nd, 2017

It's very difficult to make a complete food at home for dogs. In special cases it is done because a dog has certain needs but inevitably it works out more expensive because you can't buy in bulk. I honestly think it would be a lot of hassle for you, and not economical. You will be able to get quality dog food for less.

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