When it comes to our own meals and snacks, we all know that nothing beats homemade. Did you ever stop to think that it could be true for your dogs, too? Here are two very easy to make recipes made from common ingredients you may already have in your pantry. These treats are chock-full of pumpkin, which is a great source of fiber and helps with digestive regularity.
I recently made both recipes for my border collie and Australian Sheppard and suffice it to say, they went bonkers for them! I made two different sizes of each, the smaller size for my three-month old puppy. Be sure to serve the No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls in moderation, as raw oatmeal can be difficult for dogs to digest. Please consult with your veterinarian if you have concerns about your pet's health.
Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups flour (whole wheat preferred)
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix all ingredients except flour well. Gradually add the flour until the dough isn't sticky.
- Roll dough into a ball. Lightly flour your surface and lightly knead. Use a rolling pin to roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters for desired shapes and place dough on baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool completely.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 cups oatmeal
Directions
1. In a mixing bowl with a paddle attachment, mix pumpkin puree, peanut butter and milk on medium for 1 minute. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups oatmeal at low speed until incorporated.
2. Use a small scoop or spoon to roll the mixture into 1 ¼ to 1 ½ inch balls, smaller for smaller dogs. Dredge balls into remaining 1/2 cup oats to lightly coat.
Place into a closed container and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.