Recipes – Hug Pet Food

Hug Home Comforts: Beef burgers for dogs

1clareevans — Mon, 21 Jun 2021 13:36:29 +0000

Summer is here, even if it may be raining most of the time, and what better way to enjoy it than a BBQ? No-one should miss out, which is why we created our scrumptious beef burgers for dogs, so they can join in the fun, too.

These yummy snacks are topped with delicious kimchi, which we recommend making beforehand, as it needs time to ferment. Fermented vegetables are a fantastic addition to your dog’s diet, providing a natural probiotic to help with their gut and immune health. Tastes good, feels good – win-win.

If you don’t have time to let the vegetables ferment, why not whip up a coleslaw using some kefir? It’s still a great probiotic treat, but without the wait.

If your dog can’t have beef, why not try one of our other fabulous minces – whichever your pup loves the most!

These burgers for dogs are the perfect summertime meal, so have a go and tag us in your creations. We always love to see them.

Ingredients you need

600g Hug mince

2 eggs

200g oat flour

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 white cabbage

1/2 red cabbage

2 carrots

1 apple

1 lettuce

*Optional* 2 tbsp kefir

Making the kimchi

Grate your apple and carrots. Shred your red and white cabbages finely.

Mix them all thoroughly in a bowl until combined and evenly mixed.

Pack your jar with the vegetable mix, pushing down on the vegetables to ensure you have really stuffed that jar tightly.

Once you’re done, add in 3 tbsp of apple cider vinegar and fill with water to the top.

Pop the lid on and leave on the side (away from direct sunlight) for a few days to start fermenting. Once you have begun using the kimchi, pop in the fridge to keep fresher for longer.

How to make summer burgers for dogs

Whisk together your 2 eggs and stir into the mince in a bowl.

Add in your oat flour slowly, mixing everything thoroughly until it is fully combined.

Now time to form the burgers!

Shape into burger-size patties – you can make these whatever size may be suitable for your dog.

You can cook these burgers on the BBQ or on the hob or even in the oven, whatever you prefer.

Cook until browned. The benefit of using Hug mince is that you can leave your burgers a little pink if your pup prefers them fairly raw or cook all the way through – both are suitable.

Now time to serve and top with your tasty kefir coleslaw or kimchi.

Serve in a lettuce bun, then sit back and watch your pooch tuck into this tasty delight (do remember to let the burgers cool before feeding).

They are un-burger-lievable!

Watch the video to see how to make these burgers for dogs:

Hug Home Comforts: Chicken bone broth for dogs

1clareevans — Mon, 17 May 2021 12:10:46 +0000

Bone broth is a multi-tasking wonder for pups. It cultivates a healthy gut, is super digestible, and a source of nourishing comfort for those days when they may be under the weather or just need some extra hydration. Better still, it’s chock full of the essential nutrients and minerals (like magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, collagen, and gelatine) that dogs need, aiding joint support and good immune health. Pretty great for a bowl of broth, right?

We teamed up with the Canicross Trailrunners to create this recipe, ideal for helping to get your pooch hydrated before their next run. Giving your dog chicken bone broth before and after exercise will hydrate them more effectively than a bowl of water would – they’re also likely to drink more as it’s really tasty. Win-win.

Our bone broth for dogs is ultra easy to make, freeze, and have ready for whenever you need it. If your dog can’t tolerate chicken, use any other type of bone such as beef marrow bones, pork trotters, or duck carcasses. This recipe is so versatile it can be tweaked to suit any pup.

Ingredients you need

600g Hug mince

2 eggs

200g oat flour

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 white cabbage

1/2 red cabbage

2 carrots

1 apple

1 lettuce

*Optional* 2 tbsp kefir

Time to get cooking

Pop the carcasses in the slow cooker and pour over the water until all the bones are completely covered.

Add in 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar, a pinch of crushed black pepper, and 1 tsp of turmeric powder (or a 1cm wedge of fresh turmeric root).

Stir the mix until combined.

Leave to cook for 24 hours on a low setting – remember to check every so often to ensure there is enough water still.

24 hours later…

After 24 hours, lift out the carcasses and strain the mixture to catch any small pieces of bone. If there is any meat left on the bone, you can keep this to one side and feed this as a nice treat or mix with the broth itself.

Pour into a container, ice cube tray or use straight away. We like to keep a few ice cube trays filled so you can pop a few out and pour a bit over your pup’s meals when you want to give a little boost.

Store in the fridge and use within 5 days or freeze for a future date.

Bone appetit!

Hug Home Comforts: salmon puff cat treats

1clareevans — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 08:58:57 +0000

As many feline owners know, trying to find cat treats your furry companion will enjoy can be tricky. Want something healthy, easy to make, and delicious? Then look no further. These salmon puff cat treats are simple to whip up and act as a great, nutrient-packed snack – one your mog will find hard to resist.

This recipe is very versatile – you can use any fish your cat may enjoy, such as sardines and mackerel (we recommend avoiding tuna when possible). If your friend isn’t a big lover of fish (yes, some cats don’t like fish), you could always try making these with some cooked chicken or another type of cooked meat they favour. We have a brilliant range of cookable recipes that would work perfectly within these treats.

Have a go at making these fishy delights and share your creations with us – we’d love to see them!

Ingredients you need

600g Hug mince

2 eggs

200g oat flour

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 white cabbage

1/2 red cabbage

2 carrots

1 apple

1 lettuce

*Optional* 2 tbsp kefir

Making your fishy cat treats

Preheat the oven to 200 C.

Separate the whites from the yolks of both eggs and discard the yolks (or save these and use for something else).

Whisk the egg whites using a hand or electric whisk until stiff peaks form – if you can hold the bowl upside down without the contents spilling out, this should be done (try over your head if you’re feeling brave).

Drain the salmon and blend with 2 tbsp of the whisked egg whites until a smooth puree is formed.

Carefully fold in the salmon puree with the remainder of the egg whites, taking care not to knock too much air out of the mixture when combining the two.

Time to get cooking

Pop the carcasses in the slow cooker and pour over the water until all the bones are completely covered.

Add in 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar, a pinch of crushed black pepper, and 1 tsp of turmeric powder (or a 1cm wedge of fresh turmeric root).

Stir the mix until combined.

Leave to cook for 24 hours on a low setting – remember to check every so often to ensure there is enough water still.

Hug Home Comforts: seeded bounty bars for dogs

1clareevans — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:47:23 +0000

These delicious bounty bars for dogs aren’t just the perfect treat for them – they’re a healthy, satisfying snack for you, too! We worked with the amazing team at CaniCross trailrunners to create this simple, tasty energy boost for you and your pal on the go.

Coconut has been touted for years as a wonderful superfood for both humans and dogs. Amongst many other health benefits, it contains medium-chain fatty acids, which travel straight to the liver where they are metabolised and utilised for fuel – ideal for when you’re out and about.

Of course, we’re all about having everything in moderation – for pooches and ourselves alike – and sometimes certain foods aren’t suited to our needs. Coconut is quite high in fat (even though it’s a good type of fat), so if you’ve been advised to feed your dog a low-fat diet for health reasons, these may not be suitable or should only be fed in very small amounts.

Ready? Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients you need

600g Hug mince

2 eggs

200g oat flour

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 white cabbage

1/2 red cabbage

2 carrots

1 apple

1 lettuce

*Optional* 2 tbsp kefir

Making your fishy cat treats

Preheat the oven to 200 C.

Separate the whites from the yolks of both eggs and discard the yolks (or save these and use for something else).

Drain the salmon and blend with 2 tbsp of the whisked egg whites until a smooth puree is formed.

Carefully fold in the salmon puree with the remainder of the egg whites, taking care not to knock too much air out of the mixture when combining the two.

Making the ‘chocolate’ sauce

Mix the carob powder with 1 tbsp of melted coconut oil to create the chocolate sauce – add a little more carob powder if the sauce is too runny.

Drizzle over the seeds and sprinkle some more coconut flakes on top, then pop in the fridge to set.

Cut into snack size pieces for you and your pup to enjoy.

Have a go and tag us in your creations of these scrummy seeded bounty bars for dogs (and you, too). We’d love to see them! Go coco-nuts!

Hug Home Comforts: shepherd’s pie for dogs

1clareevans — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 17:20:57 +0000

A hot, scrumptious meal is the ultimate home comfort during colder months. Warm up with our hearty shepherd’s pie for dogs – it’s a hug on a plate.

We’ve tweaked this traditional meal to make it suitable for your furry friends, so they can happily tuck in. Simple and easy to whip up on a chilly day, it’s packed with meat, veggies, and flavour galore – what’s not to love.

Did you know shepherd’s pie was originally invented to use up leftovers? This recipe is the perfect way to get inventive with any extra veggies you have lying around.

Typically shepherd’s pie is made using lamb. However, feel free to make it with any other Hug mince. Pick your pup’s favourite, from chicken to pork!

The ingredients you need

1 pack of Hug mince (we used a pack of our 600g lamb with beef mince)

2 carrots

1/2 butternut squash

1/2 small pumpkin

Optional: sprinkle with one of Hug’s herb blends

Ingredients you need

600g Hug mince

2 eggs

200g oat flour

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 white cabbage

1/2 red cabbage

2 carrots

1 apple

1 lettuce

*Optional* 2 tbsp kefir

Time to bake

Preheat your oven to 180C

Fill an oven dish halfway with the cooked mince, and make sure to include all those lovely juices.

Next, cover with the mashed vegetables, and run a fork along the top to create ridges – this will give the pie a nice crisp top in the oven.

We sprinkled some of our herb mix over our shepherd’s pie for dogs to give it an extra touch of goodness. (We have a whole range to suit your pooch’s individual needs.)

Bake for 20 minutes or until crisp and golden on top.

Make sure you let the shepherd’s pie cool down before feeding, then serve.

Your pup is going to love it!

Hug Home Comforts: veggie pancakes for dogs

1clareevans — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 14:32:21 +0000

Fancy whipping up a canine-friendly meat-free feast? Then try our delicious pancakes for dogs, inspired by our Veggie Veggie Good cold pressed recipe. Easy to prepare and bursting with goodness, they’re likely to persuade the most dedicated meat-lover to go veggie for the day. Seriously.

These nourishing pancakes put to work some of the same goodies found in Hug’s cold pressed veggie dog food, from potato and peas to egg, spirulina, kale, and apple. Perfect for a healthy, balanced treat.

Meat-free Mondays never tasted so good!

The ingredients you need

1 pack of Hug mince (we used a pack of our 600g lamb with beef mince)

2 carrots

1/2 butternut squash

1/2 small pumpkin

Optional: sprinkle with one of Hug’s herb blends

Ingredients you need

600g Hug mince

2 eggs

200g oat flour

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 white cabbage

1/2 red cabbage

2 carrots

1 apple

1 lettuce

*Optional* 2 tbsp kefir

Cooking the veggie pancakes

Warm up your frying pan with 1/2 tsp of coconut oil. When the oil has melted and is hot, add 1 large tbsp of the batter to the pan.

Cook the first side of your pancake until bubbles form on top, then flip it and cook the other side until it is slightly brown.

Feeling fancy? Top with a selection of kefir, dog-safe fruit, or your pooch’s favourite treats. *Remember to let your pancakes cool before feeding.

Why not have a go and make your own veggie pancakes for dogs? They’re flippin’ great!

Hug Home Comforts: pumpkin pie for dogs

1clareevans — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:32:20 +0000

Across the pond (and in some households here, too) Thanksgiving has arrived, bringing with it festive gourds, fun, and, of course, feasting aplenty. What better way to include your canine than to whip up this tasty pumpkin pie for dogs?

A twist on the classic dessert, it manages to pull off being sweet, moreish, and healthy, all at the same time. It’s a Thanksgiving miracle.

Ready? Let’s get carving.

The ingredients you need

1 pack of Hug mince (we used a pack of our 600g lamb with beef mince)

2 carrots

1/2 butternut squash

1/2 small pumpkin

Optional: sprinkle with one of Hug’s herb blends

Cooking the veggie pancakes

Warm up your frying pan with 1/2 tsp of coconut oil. When the oil has melted and is hot, add 1 large tbsp of the batter to the pan.

Cook the first side of your pancake until bubbles form on top, then flip it and cook the other side until it is slightly brown.

Feeling fancy? Top with a selection of kefir, dog-safe fruit, or your pooch’s favourite treats. *Remember to let your pancakes cool before feeding.

Why not have a go and make your own veggie pancakes for dogs? They’re flippin’ great!

Decorating pumpkin pie for dogs

Once the bases are cooled, fill them with your delicious pumpkin and banana puree.

Finish off your mini pumpkin pies by topping each with a dollop of natural yoghurt, then decorate with your toasted pumpkin seeds.

There you go – you’re a regular Mary Berry! Or rather, Martha Stewart, if we’re running with the American theme.

You’ve made the perfect seasonal treat for your hound this Thanksgiving. Pie-fection.

Hug Home Comforts: meatballs & spaghetti for dogs

1clareevans — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 15:50:23 +0000

Healthy and satisfying, our lip-smacking spaghetti for dogs is always a hit.

Most of us have seen that iconic Lady and the Tramp scene – you know, the cute pasta and meatballs one. We can’t promise your pooch will tuck into this dish with anywhere near the same grace… or willingness to share.

There’s likely to be guzzling and bowl licking aplenty, but hey, that’s the sign of a great meal. Bon appétit!

The ingredients you need

300g Hug mince – your dog’s choice, of course

1 egg

Courgette and/or carrot and/or butternut squash

1 large carrot for the sauce

Time to get making those meatballs!

Preheat your oven to 180C
Mix 300g of your selected Hug mince with 1 whisked egg
If the mixture is a touch too wet, you can add a little flour
Roll the mince into balls and place on your baking tray
Once the oven is ready, pop the meatballs in
Cook for 20 mins or until browned

While the meatballs are cooking…

Our spaghetti for dogs is so simple to make: all you need to do is spiralize your chosen vegetables or cut them into long strips.Serve your ‘pasta’ raw or steam – whichever your canine diner prefers.

Making the sauce for your dog’s spaghetti

Cut up the carrot you set aside earlier
Bake or boil the chopped carrot until soft
Pop in the blender with a small amount of water
Zap to a smooth consistency
If it’s still too thick, add a little more water and blend again

Once the sauce is ready, mix in with the meatballs and pour over our delicious veggie spaghetti for dogs.
Make sure you let the meatballs cool down a little before feeding, then serve.

Your pup’s going to love it.