Learning to make your own homemade dog treats can be a fun way to both spoil your dog and save money! Not to mention the plethora of benefits that goes into making your very own treats; from controlling the ingredients to fostering creativity and learning what your dog enjoys best! Halloween is right around the corner and, since our pawsome partners can’t have the same treats we enjoy, there are some tasty alternatives that can be made with ingredients you may already have on hand!
So, throw away those preservative-filled treats and take a few minutes to make some healthy, homemade snacks for Fido – it’s easy and fun! Check out these recipes and let us know your thoughts in the comments below:
Sweet Potato Chew Treats
Sweet potato is safe for dogs; in fact, this veggie provides them with a range of health benefits! Sweet potatoes are great for digestive health as they’re high in dietary fiber and they’re also low in fat and contain vitamin B6, vitamin C, and manganese. For a simple snack, thickly slice up some sweet potatoes and bake them at 175 degrees for 4 hours on a greased pan. The same could be done with other foods like apples and bananas!
Pumpkin Oatmeal Spice Treats
What’s better than pumpkin spice in October? Your pups don’t want to miss out on this tasty action! Treat them to this simple treat and they’re tails are sure to be wagging. Ingredients you’ll need include:
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1/2 cup canned pumpkin
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1/2 cup water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 cup oatmeal
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2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees, combine the above ingredients to form a dough, and simply shape your cookies onto a baking sheet; pop them into the oven for 30 minutes and – ta-dah! – you’ll have some pawsome treats made with wholesome ingredients in no time!
Apple-Cheddar Dog Biscuits
These biscuits are sure to have your pups begging for more! The recipe is simple and provides the perfect Fall treat. You’ll need:
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2 cups barley flour
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1/2 cup old-fashioned oatmeal
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1/3 cup shredded cheddar
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1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
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3 tablespoons water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees, mix the above ingredients until they form a dough and place the biscuits on a non-stick baking sheet. You can use a festive cookie cutter to form leaves, dog bones, apples, etc. The options are endless! Bake for 30 minutes and you’re done!
We hope you and your furry friends enjoy these treats. Do you have any special recipes you use during this time of year for your pets? Let us know in the comments below, we’d love to hear from you!