SPACE BALLS: The Ultimate Satin Balls Recipe for Frenchies in Albuquerque

🚀 What Are SPACE BALLS (Satin Balls)?

Here at Frenchiverse in Albuquerque, we call them SPACE BALLS 🪐 — but you may know them as Satin Balls. These high-calorie, nutrient-dense meatballs are a secret weapon for:

• Underweight pups or runts 🐾

• Pregnant or nursing Frenchies 🤰

• Picky eaters 😖

• Show dogs needing extra shine ✨

• Dogs recovering from illness or surgery 🩺

• High-energy pups who burn calories fast ⚡

Whether you're prepping for a litter, helping your dog bounce back, or just want to add some healthy weight, these are a must-have staple.

🌟 Why Frenchie Parents Swear by SPACE BALLS

Living in Albuquerque’s dry, high-desert climate, we’ve raised Frenchies with all sorts of needs. And over time, this recipe has become a go-to solution because it:

✅ Boosts appetite
✅ Delivers fast weight gain (when needed)
✅ Is easy to prepare & store
✅ Is budget-friendly and packed with quality fats and proteins

🛒 Ingredients for SPACE BALLS

You can adjust the batch size depending on how many dogs you're feeding. Here's everything laid out clearly for 1 lb, 4 lb, and 10 lb servings:

📦 1 LB Serving:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20, cheapest kind is fine!)

• 1 cup oatmeal

• ⅓ box Total cereal (or similar/natural cereal)

• ~1.5 oz wheat germ or ground flax seed

• ⅛ cup vegetable oil

• ⅛ cup unsulfured molasses or dark Karo syrup

• 1 raw egg (can include membrane and crushed shell)

• 1 envelope unflavored gelatin

📦 4 LBS Serving:

• 4 lbs ground beef

• 4 cups oatmeal

• ½ box Total cereal

• ~5 oz wheat germ or flax seed

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• ½ cup molasses or dark Karo

• 4 fresh eggs

• 4 envelopes unflavored gelatin

📦 10 LBS Serving:

• 10 lbs ground beef

• 10 cups oatmeal

• 1 box Total cereal

• 12 oz wheat germ or flax

• 1¼ cups vegetable oil

• 1¼ cups molasses or Karo

• 10 fresh eggs

• 10 envelopes unflavored gelatin

🧑‍🍳 DIRECTIONS: How to Make SPACE BALLS

Making SPACE BALLS is easy—think of it like prepping meatloaf. Here's the step-by-step:

1. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly in a large bowl. Make sure the consistency is even and the mix is well distributed.

2. Form the mix into small meatballs—smaller than palm-sized. It’s okay if they aren’t perfectly round.

3. Storage Tips:

   • Use what you need right away.

   • For larger batches: store half in the fridge and freeze the rest.

   • Label and date the frozen portion for easy rotation.

🍽️ Feeding Guidelines

The best part about SPACE BALLS is how customizable they are based on your pup’s size and goals.

🐶 For Small Puppies:

1. Break one ball into smaller pieces. Feed half in the morning and half in the evening.

2. Monitor closely! Weight gain happens fast.

3. Adjust once they reach their desired weight.

🐕 For Large or Adult Dogs:

1. Feed 1–2 balls per day, either as a treat or mixed into a meal.

2. Keep an eye on your pup’s weight and reduce serving size if needed.

⚠️ Pro tip: These are not meant to be long-term, daily food—they're a supplement for specific goals like weight gain or recovery.

👀 Prefer to Watch It Instead?

🎥 We’ve made a video version of the recipe and feeding method!
You can access it through our @KennelBoost Online Course or sign up for mentorship through @Caniniverse, powered by the Frenchiverse team.

🔗 DM us on Instagram or visit www.Frenchiverse.com to learn more!

💬 Common Questions

Q: Can I cook the SPACE BALLS instead of feeding raw?
Yes! You can bake them lightly if you’re not into raw feeding.

Q: Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

Q: My dog has allergies. Can I substitute ingredients?
Yes, common swaps include:

• Coconut oil instead of vegetable oil

• Pumpkin purée instead of peanut butter or molasses

• Rice cereal instead of Total cereal

🐾 Trusted by Frenchie Lovers in Albuquerque (and Beyond)

We’re not just breeders—we’re dog nutrition nerds and lifelong Frenchie lovers raising our pups with love, transparency, and science-backed care. Based right here in New Mexico, we know what works in this climate and lifestyle.

Our SPACE BALLS 🪐 are used in all phases of our program:

• During pregnancy

• For puppies during early growth

• For recovery after surgery or whelping

• For picky eaters that need a little motivation

📞 Ready to Boost Your Pup's Health?

Let’s get that tail wagging and those ribs covered. You can make your first batch today using pantry staples—just follow the recipe above.

Still have questions? Need 1-on-1 help?

📲 Text or Call Us: 505-560-8876
🌐 Visit: www.Frenchiverse.com

🌌 Final Bark

Whether you call them Satin Balls or SPACE BALLS 🪐, these meatballs are out of this world for weight gain, energy, and vitality. Your Frenchie deserves the best—and that’s exactly what we raise and share at Frenchiverse.

Now go whip up a batch and watch your dog shine ✨