DIY Rabbit & Blueberry Grain-Free Cat Food Recipe

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"Ground rabbit meat with blueberry puree, egg yolks, chopped chicken liver and salmon oil in a ceramic bowl on a marble countertop with blurred fresh ingredients in the background"

DIY Rabbit & Blueberry Grain-Free Cat Food Recipe

A premium homemade cat food recipe that’s nutrient-dense and naturally grain-free.

KEY INFO:
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Servings: 4-5 days (one adult cat)
  • Calories: 250 per cup
  • Protein: 32g per cup
  • Fat: 18g per cup
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Cost: $15-20 per batch
  • Dietary Tags: Grain-free, High-protein, Limited ingredient
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Meat grinder or food processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking dish
  • Oven
  • Kitchen scale (optional)
  • Blender (optional)

Raw rabbit meat, vibrant blueberries, eggs, and supplements professionally arranged on a kitchen counter under natural light

INGREDIENTS:
  • 2 lbs ground rabbit meat (or duck/chicken)
  • ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 2 raw egg yolks (from pasteurized eggs)
  • ¼ cup chicken liver, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp salmon oil
  • 1 tsp taurine powder
  • ½ tsp calcium carbonate powder
METHOD:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. If frozen, thaw rabbit meat completely in refrigerator
  3. Combine ground rabbit and chopped liver in large bowl
  4. Puree blueberries until smooth, fold into meat mixture
  5. Add egg yolks, salmon oil, taurine, and calcium powder
  6. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed
  7. Transfer to baking dish, spreading evenly
  8. Bake for 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
  9. Cool completely before serving or storing

Mixing marbled meat with purple blueberry puree in a bowl under soft directional lighting

Raw baking mixture spread evenly in a ceramic dish with golden egg yolks, prepared in a well-lit professional kitchen

CRUCIAL TIPS:
  • Never skip the supplements (taurine and calcium) – they’re essential
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking temperature
  • Mix ingredients thoroughly to prevent nutrient hotspots
  • Always transition to new food gradually over 7-10 days

Steaming golden brown cat food meat with a thermometer showing 165F under warm overhead lighting

STORAGE:
  • Refrigerate in airtight containers up to 4 days
  • Freeze individual portions up to 2 months
  • Thaw overnight in refrigerator
  • Serve at room temperature

Portioned meal prep containers labeled with dates and stacked neatly inside a clean, well-lit refrigerator

COMMON MISTAKES:
  • Overcooking (leads to dry, unpalatable food)
  • Uneven supplement distribution
  • Skipping essential nutrients
  • Not consulting with a veterinarian first
VARIATIONS:
  • Substitute duck or chicken for rabbit
  • Use cranberries instead of blueberries
  • Add 1 tbsp pureed pumpkin for fiber
  • Include 1 tsp fish oil for extra omega-3s
SCALING:
  • Recipe doubles easily
  • Freeze extra portions in silicone molds
  • Adjust supplements proportionally
  • Keep ingredient ratios consistent

Remember: Always consult your veterinarian before switching to homemade cat food to ensure it meets your cat’s specific nutritional needs.

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