
These healthy and easy-to-make homemade dog treats are a great alternative to the store-bought kind, which can be packed with fat and sugar. They’re sure to make your dog’s tail wag!
PB&Y[ogurt] Balls
Any dog who loves peanut butter will live for these tasty, protein-rich and easy-to-make treats.
Ingredients
- 2 c. flour
- 2 T. peanut butter
- 12 oz. plain yogurt (with no artificial sweeteners, which can be toxic to dogs)
Directions
Combine ingredients and let set for five minutes. Form small balls and place in a muffin pan. Bake at 350° for about 20 minutes. After they cool off, let your dog dig in.
Pumpkin Nibbles
The high fiber content found in pumpkin can help promote good digestive regularity in dogs.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, lean ground turkey
- 1/2 c. pumpkin puree
- 1/4 c. parsley, minced
Directions
Cover baking sheet baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir ingredients together in a mixing bowl, and roll ingredients into 1-inch balls. Place on baking sheet and indent with thumb. Bake at 350° 15 minutes, and let cool before serving.
Carrot and Apple Treats
Carrots and apples are packed with healthy vitamins and make delicious homemade dog treats.
Ingredients
- 1 c. whole-wheat flour
- 1 c. grated carrots
- 1 egg
- 1/2 c. unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Mix it all together, and roll dough into small balls. Press down gently to make treats about 1/4 inch thick. Bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes. Let them cool, and let your pup have at ‘em!
You can also offer your dog these safe fruits and veggies as a healthy snack.
Reminder: Treats such as these should not make up more than 10% of a pet’s caloric intake. Also, stomach upset may occur in pets who do not tolerate dietary changes well.
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