Berry Boost Bowl: Slow Feeder Dog Recipe for Calm, Clean Eating

At Chonky Paws, we believe that mealtime is more than nutrition it’s comfort, connection, and care. The Berry Boost Bowl dog recipe is designed to deliver all three. With lean chicken, antioxidant-rich berries, and fiber-packed veggies, it’s a healthy dog food recipe that supports digestion and emotional balance.
Best served in a slow eating dog bowl, this calming meal helps reduce anxiety and turns eating into a slow, enriching activity.
Why the Berry Boost Bowl Works
Fast eaters often experience bloating, stress, or mealtime frustration. That’s why we designed this slow feeder dog recipe to:
- Support calm dog mealtime with omega-rich, fiber-heavy ingredients
- Use cooked chicken dog meal as a gentle, lean protein
- Offer natural mealtime enrichment for dogs through textures and smells
- Slow down gulping using a slow feeder dog bowl
- Combine berries and chicken into a fun, flavor-balanced bowl
Ingredients (1 Serving for Medium Dog)
Ingredient | Amount | Why It’s Great |
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Cooked shredded chicken | ¼ cup | Lean protein, easy to digest |
Mashed pumpkin (plain, no sugar) | 2 tbsp | Fiber + gut health |
Steamed broccoli | 2 tbsp | Antioxidants + texture |
Blueberries | 4–6 pcs | Antioxidants, vitamin C |
Chia seeds (optional) | ½ tsp | Omega-3s + fiber |
Plain cooked rice or sweet potato | 2 tbsp | Adds volume + soothes stomach |
Note: Use plain, boneless, unsalted chicken and avoid any seasoning or oil.
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
A quick, gentle recipe for pups who need calm energy and clean nutrition.
How to Build the Chicken and Berry Dog Bowl
Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients
- Boil or steam chicken and shred once fully cooked.
- Steam broccoli until soft.
- Mash pumpkin and cook your base grain (sweet potato or rice).
- Rinse blueberries and optional chia seeds.
Step 2: Assemble in a Slow Feeder
Use a slow eating dog bowl to create separation and curiosity:
- Place pumpkin mash in one section.
- Add shredded chicken in another.
- Tuck broccoli and blueberries into grooves for your dog to find.
- Sprinkle chia seeds and place grain base in the center or deeper groove.
Optional: Chill the bowl for 10–15 minutes to extend lick time.
Why It’s a Great Way to Enrich Dog Mealtime
This berry dog food recipe is perfect for pups who:
- Eat too fast and need slowing down
- Get anxious or overstimulated at meals
- Need nutrient-dense food that soothes and satisfies
- Enjoy natural sniffing and foraging during feeding
The Berry Boost Bowl combines calming textures, vibrant colors, and safe ingredients for a truly enriched eating experience.
Nutrition Snapshot (Approximate)
Nutrient | Estimate |
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Protein | ~22–25g |
Fiber | ~5g |
Omega-3s (with chia) | ~1g |
Calories | 250–300 kcal |
Vitamins A & C | Moderate–High |
Antioxidants | High (from blueberries + pumpkin) |
Note: Always adjust portions and check with your vet based on your dog’s needs.
Safety Notes
- Only use fully cooked chicken with no bones, spices, or salt.
- Introduce new ingredients slowly.
- Watch portion sizes berries are nutrient-dense but sweet.
- This is a balanced topper or rotational enrichment meal, not a sole daily diet unless approved by your vet.
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