Why I Do Not Produce Dog Food and Treats

Why I Do Not Produce Dog Food and Treats

The pet industry today convinces owners that they must buy special meals, expensive treats, and supplements for their dogs. The truth is much simpler: dogs can and should eat home-prepared food, and owners have far more power than they realize. Here is why I do not produce dog food and why I believe you should cook for your dog yourself.

Many dog owners feel pressure from a market that constantly pushes new products at them: expensive kibble, dozens of shampoos, “essential” supplements, and treats whose monthly cost often resembles the expenses of an additional household member. In reality, it does not need to be that way.

Insecurity as a Sales Tool

The pet products industry relies on one thing: our insecurity. When an owner feels lost and afraid of making a mistake, it becomes much easier to sell them the “best” kibble, the “special” wet food, or yet another dietary supplement.

That is why I often hear the question: “Why do you not release your own food? Why do you not produce treats based on your recipes?”

The answer is simple: I want to teach owners to cook for their dogs themselves.

Moving Away from the Industry of Pressure

I do not want to become part of an industry that takes the last bit of money from people. If I released a branded dog food, everything would come down to one more product owners feel obliged to buy. But my philosophy is the opposite.

To understand why I do not produce dog food, you must understand that dog nutrition should be:

  • Simple and accessible.

  • Close to what you already prepare at home.

  • Affordable, without creating pressure to buy something “special.”

Most of the things owners want to purchase are simply unnecessary. Half of what you find on store shelves is not needed by you or your dog.

 

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Homemade dog food served in a bowl on a kitchen table, explaining why I do not produce dog food and why home-cooked meals are better

The best food for a dog is the one you prepare at home.

 

The Power of Homemade Meals

A dog can eat homemade food—a combination of ingredients you already have, the same things you use for your own meals. Not only is this enough, it is healthier, emotionally connected, and energetically aligned with you.

That is why my answer is always the same. I do not produce ready-made food because I believe the best food for your dog is the one you prepare yourself at home. It is responsible, sustainable, and in the long run, better for both you and your dog.


At Sasha Riess, we value your freedom and your dog’s health above all else. Knowing why I do not produce dog food helps you realize that the most important ingredient in your dog’s bowl is your own care. This return to simplicity brings both you and your pet into a state of pureloveandharmony. Discover more: Linktree Sasha Riess

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How to Cook for Your Dog When You Have No Time: A Practical Guide for Busy Dog Owners

How to Cook for Your Dog When You Have No Time: A Practical Guide for Busy Dog Owners

Many dog owners want to switch to cooked or homemade food but worry about one thing: how can they manage to cook when they work, rush, and barely have time for themselves? The truth is that preparing meals for your dog does not need to be complicated, slow, or demanding. Below is a simple system that allows you to feed your dog with high quality, healthy, homemade meals without cooking every day.

Quick Cooking: A Complete Meal in One Pot

You do not need anything special to prepare homemade dog food.

  • Chop the ingredients in a food processor, including meat, vegetables, and optionally rice or buckwheat.

  • Place everything in a single pot.

  • Add water to cover and cook for about thirty minutes.

That is all. No special techniques, no complicated recipes, just simple cooking that results in a nutritious meal.

How Much Food Does a Dog Need

The amount is very easy to calculate. Give your dog three percent of his body weight per day.

Example: A dog weighing twenty kilograms eats about six hundred grams of food per day. This amount can be divided into one or two meals depending on the dog’s routine.

 

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Homemade dog food prepared in advance in portion containers for busy owners

Batch cooking — the perfect solution for busy dog owners.

 

You Do Not Need to Cook Every Day

If you cook a larger batch, you can feed your dog for several days in advance. Homemade food can:

  • Stay in the refrigerator for three to four days

  • Be reheated and sterilized if you want it to last longer

  • Be frozen for one to two weeks

This means you do not cook every day, but once every few days.

Why Kibble Is Not a Good Alternative

Kibble often looks like small pieces of meat, but in reality it is:

  • A concentrate

  • An industrially processed mixture of ingredients

  • A type of feed also given to livestock

Large corporations make it look attractive, but that does not make it natural food. This is why many owners feel that kibble is not the right choice, and there is no brand I can genuinely recommend as ideal.

Is Homemade Food Sustainable

Absolutely yes. If you can set aside thirty minutes once every two or three days, one pot, and a few basic ingredients, then you already have everything you need to feed your dog healthy, real food. Cooking for your dog does not have to be a time consuming task. On the contrary, with simple preparation, cooking in advance, and basic ingredients, homemade dog food becomes the most practical and healthiest option.


At Integrative and Holistic Grooming Education, we believe that providing fresh, nutrient-dense food is the greatest act of love an owner can perform. Your dog’s vitality starts in the kitchen. Explore our philosophy: Linktree Sasha Riess

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