In a country where every meal is an expression of love, it’s no surprise that pet parents want the same for their furry companions. Yet, when it comes to home-cooked diets, most are unsure whether their recipes truly meet nutritional standards. Desi Pet Recipes bridges that gap — bringing science, structure, and simplicity to Indian pet feeding.
Born out of compassion and backed by veterinary science, Desi Pet Recipes empowers pet owners to create AAFCO-compliant, balanced meals using everyday Indian ingredients — from dal and rice to chicken, paneer, and seasonal vegetables.
A Vision Rooted in Veterinary Science
The brain behind this first-of-its-kind platform is Dr. Vishal Salunkhe, a veterinarian with a dual Master’s in Animal Nutrition and Molecular Biology and a PhD from Ireland, where he contributed to advanced research in blood cell and platelet biology.
While practicing, Dr. Salunkhe noticed a recurring pattern — countless pet parents preferred home-cooked meals but were unsure how to make them nutritionally complete. Many followed online recipes or social media advice, unaware of the gaps such diets could leave.
That realization inspired DesiPetRecipes.in, India’s first structured, science-backed recipe builder dedicated to ensuring homemade diets are nutritionally accurate and safe. Combining the precision of veterinary nutrition with the accessibility of Indian ingredients, Dr. Salunkhe has made balanced pet feeding both educational and empowering.
Science doesn’t replace tradition — it strengthens it , with the right tools and knowledge, every Indian pet parent can cook fresh, complete, and balanced meals at home
Dr Vishal Salunkhe , Founder
Made in India, Made for Pets
Desi Pet Recipes celebrates Indian culinary wisdom while maintaining global nutrition standards. Every recipe built on the platform adheres to the AAFCO nutrient guidelines, ensuring pets receive the right balance of proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals — without fillers or artificial additives.
The platform houses a comprehensive Indian ingredient database, featuring common foods like lentils, rice, vegetables, paneer, regional meats, and spices that are safe for pets. Each ingredient includes verified nutritional data and Hindi names, making it easy for pet parents across India to connect familiar foods to precise science.
Unlike imported tools that rely on Western ingredients, Desi Pet Recipes brings local relevance to scientific feeding — a key reason it resonates so deeply with Indian families.
Built by Professionals, Trusted by Pet Parents
At its core, Desi Pet Recipes stands for credibility and clarity. The platform is built entirely by veterinary professionals and nutrition experts, not generic tech developers. Every formulation is guided by veterinary oversight, ensuring that pet parents receive advice grounded in biology — not algorithms.
The system offers a transparent view of nutrient calculations, displaying detailed breakdowns of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and calories, along with how each recipe aligns with AAFCO’s nutritional benchmarks. Users can also identify any nutrient gaps before saving their recipe, giving them complete control and understanding.
How It Works — Step-by-Step Simplicity
The brilliance of Desi Pet Recipes lies in how easy it is to use.
Here’s how you can build your pet’s balanced meal in minutes:
1️⃣ Sign Up for Free – Create an account and access personalized nutrition tools.
2️⃣ Add Your Pet’s Profile – Input your dog’s breed, weight, age, and activity level.
3️⃣ View Nutritional Needs – Instantly see daily nutrient requirements based on AAFCO standards.
4️⃣ Build Your Recipe – Add Indian ingredients one by one until your recipe meets “AAFCO-balanced” standards.
5️⃣ Save Your Recipe – Free users can save two recipes; premium users enjoy unlimited access.
6️⃣ Download & Share – Export your recipe as a professional PDF with full nutrient data and feeding instructions.
💡 Pro Tip: Start with ingredients you already have — dal, rice, chicken, or vegetables — and let the platform calculate what’s missing. Balanced feeding now takes just 5–10 minutes.
Nutritional Transparency You Can Trust
Every element of Desi Pet Recipes is designed for clarity, precision, and professional guidance. Pet parents can:
- View complete nutritional breakdowns (protein, fat, carbs, vitamins, minerals).
- Compare against AAFCO nutrient standards for accuracy.
- Receive recommendations for veterinary consultations when therapeutic diets are needed.
- Manage multiple pet profiles with saved recipes for each companion.
Each exported report is designed like a professional veterinary nutrition chart — practical for both pet parents and consulting vets.
Why Desi Pet Recipes Stands Apart
| Feature | DesiPetRecipes.in Advantage |
| Verified Nutrition | Recipes checked against AAFCO requirements with complete nutrient breakdowns. |
| India-Focused Ingredients | Comprehensive Indian ingredient database with nutrition data & Hindi names. |
| Professional Credibility | Built by veterinarians with AAFCO-based formulations & vet consultation inputs. |
| Downloadable Reports | Professional PDF export with full nutrient and feeding data. |
| Pet Profile Management | Stores detailed profiles and personalized recipes for each pet. |
| Guided by AAFCO Standards | Uses verified nutrient standards for precise, informed meal creation. |
| Veterinary Guidance | Includes health condition considerations and diet precautions. |
| Nutritional Transparency | Displays detailed nutrient analysis and requirement comparisons. |
Feeding the Future of Indian Pets
Desi Pet Recipes isn’t just a website — it’s a movement toward informed, home-based pet nutrition.
By blending modern science with India’s culinary identity, it gives pet parents a sense of confidence, knowing that their pets are eating meals that are not only home-cooked but scientifically sound.
Dr. Vishal Salunkhe’s vision is clear: to make balanced feeding a daily practice, not a challenge. And with Desi Pet Recipes, that vision is becoming a reality — one bowl, one family, and one happy, healthy pet at a time.
