I don't necessarily cook Drakes food but I put a little meat in warm water and stir it in to his kibble (Flint River Ranch). We also add a dog multi-vitamin, Glucosemine and Fish Oil. It was something we started when he was a pup and now, unless he's REALLY, REALLY hugry, he won't eat dry kibble. It's no big deal to do and we feel it's only fair since we eat such flavorful food compared to him. It doesn't add a lot of calories and he eats all of his food every time. He is super healthy, his coat is beautiful and he has TONS of energy for a Newf. You guys saw the video of him going after that soccer ball on the beach.....