30-Day Meal Plans for Dogs and Cats by Life Stage and Allergy Symptom

January 16, 2025

Goal: Eliminate common allergens like chicken, beef, dairy, and grains while supporting healthy skin and coat.

Meal Plan:

Day 1-7: Turkey and Sweet Potato Kibble (grain-free). Supplement with salmon oil (for omega-3).
Day 8-14: Duck and Pea Wet Food. Add green beans or carrots for snacks.
Day 15-21: Lamb and Quinoa Kibble (limited ingredient). Rotate with duck-based treats.
Day 22-30: Venison and Sweet Potato Wet Food. Include dehydrated apple slices as a hypoallergenic snack.

Goal: Transition to highly digestible, low-allergen proteins and grains while reducing inflammation.

Meal Plan:

Day 1-7: Salmon and Brown Rice Kibble. Add pumpkin puree for digestive support.
Day 8-14: Rabbit and Lentil Wet Food. Use low-allergen dental chews for oral health.
Day 15-21: Turkey and Butternut Squash Freeze-Dried Meals. Include blueberries or cranberries as snacks.
Day 22-30: Kangaroo and Sweet Potato Kibble. Rotate with probiotic supplements.

Goal: Provide omega-rich foods, high-quality proteins, and easy-to-chew options for aging dogs.

Meal Plan:

Day 1-7: Salmon and Quinoa Kibble. Supplement with sardines (low sodium).
Day 8-14: Duck and Green Lentil Wet Food. Add sweet potato for additional vitamins.
Day 15-21: Whitefish and Brown Rice Kibble. Rotate with freeze-dried liver treats.
Day 22-30: Turkey and Pumpkin Wet Food. Include chia seeds or flaxseed for extra omega-3.

Goal: Avoid chicken, fish, and beef while supporting healthy growth.

Meal Plan:

Day 1-7: Rabbit and Sweet Potato Wet Food. Rotate with freeze-dried duck liver treats.
Day 8-14: Duck and Pea Grain-Free Wet Food. Add steamed zucchini or carrots for variety.
Day 15-21: Venison and Quinoa Canned Food. Offer hypoallergenic kibble for snacks.
Day 22-30: Turkey and Pumpkin Wet Food. Rotate with small amounts of cooked green beans.

Goal: Reduce allergens while providing gut-friendly and omega-rich nutrients.

Meal Plan:

Day 1-7: Lamb and Lentil Wet Food. Include small portions of plain pumpkin puree.
Day 8-14: Whitefish and Sweet Potato Grain-Free Wet Food. Add a teaspoon of salmon oil.
Day 15-21: Rabbit and Green Pea Kibble. Offer freeze-dried rabbit bites as snacks.
Day 22-30: Venison and Butternut Squash Wet Food. Add a few cooked blueberries or kale.

Goal: Provide soft, easy-to-chew meals that promote oral health and reduce inflammation.

Meal Plan:

Day 1-7: Turkey and Pumpkin Grain-Free Wet Food. Include omega-3 supplements.
Day 8-14: Duck and Green Pea Wet Food. Offer steamed carrots or spinach.
Day 15-21: Rabbit and Lentil Pâté. Include soft dental treats formulated for seniors.
Day 22-30: Whitefish and Sweet Potato Canned Food. Supplement with sardines for omega-3.

Hill’s Prescription Diet:
- Best For: Hydrolyzed protein options for severe allergies.
- Options: z/d (low allergen), d/d (novel protein like duck).
Natural Balance:
- Best For: Limited Ingredient Diets (LID) with grain-free options.
- Options: Salmon & Sweet Potato, Duck & Potato.
Zignature:
- Best For: Grain-free, novel protein options like kangaroo and trout.
The Honest Kitchen:
- Best For: Dehydrated human-grade food.
- Options: Turkey, fish, or lamb with sweet potato.
Canidae Pure:
- Best For: Simple, limited ingredients.
- Options: Bison & Lentil, Wild Boar & Butternut Squash.

Blue Buffalo Basics:
- Best For: Grain-free, limited-ingredient diets.
- Options: Turkey & Potato or Duck & Potato.
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet:
- Best For: Hydrolyzed proteins or sensitive stomachs.
Instinct Limited Ingredient:
- Best For: Single protein and grain-free.
- Options: Rabbit, duck, or turkey.
Merrick Limited Ingredient:
- Best For: Novel proteins and simple recipes.
- Options: Rabbit or salmon.
Weruva:
- Best For: Wet food with high-quality proteins.
- Options: Grain-free with proteins like lamb and venison.