Regarding making the chow yourself-Easy!
The packaged mix that you make yourself is very easy to make, too! Just put in large microwave container mixed with hot water, microwave for 2 minutes to almost bubbly state, stir, microwave again for an additional 1 -2 minutes, stir and you're done!
After it is cool, you can put small batches into plastic ziploc sandwich bags and refrigerate or freeze. How easy is that!
Christine