Happy Valentine's Day!
February 14, 2018
Show your dog some love today with some Valentine's Peanut Butter Treats! You can check out the original recipe here http://www.kimberlylayton.com/2015/01/homemade-heart-dog-treat-recipe/ or follow directions below!
What You’ll Need:
Milk
3/4 cup 
All-Purpose Flour
2 1/2 cups |
Egg
2 Large eggs 
Baking Soda
1 tablespoon |
Creamy Peanut Butter
1 cup |
Baking Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
2. Whisk the milk, one egg and peanut butter together in a large bowl.
3. Add the flour and baking soda to create a dough. You may need to use your hands to work in all the flour.
4. Flour a surface to roll out your dough - 1/4 inch thickness or a little thicker. Cut out shapes such as hearts or bones and place on cookie sheet.
5. Make a quick egg wash by whisking together one egg and a couple teaspoons of water. Brush a thin coat on your dog treats before putting them in the oven.
6. Bake 15 minutes on one side and flip to bake 10 more minutes on the other side. {Don’t forget to brush on egg wash before baking!}
7. Remove and cool.
Store them in an airtight container for a week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
2. Whisk the milk, one egg and peanut butter together in a large bowl.
3. Add the flour and baking soda to create a dough. You may need to use your hands to work in all the flour.
4. Flour a surface to roll out your dough - 1/4 inch thickness or a little thicker. Cut out shapes such as hearts or bones and place on cookie sheet.
5. Make a quick egg wash by whisking together one egg and a couple teaspoons of water. Brush a thin coat on your dog treats before putting them in the oven.
6. Bake 15 minutes on one side and flip to bake 10 more minutes on the other side. {Don’t forget to brush on egg wash before baking!}
7. Remove and cool.
Store them in an airtight container for a week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Treat Tuesday - Holiday Cat Toy
December 5, 2017
Here is a different take on the word ‘treat.’ Wondering what to do with those lonely socks? Check out this easy to make holiday cat toy, that will surely bring them some extra holiday spirit. Thanks to Purina’s petcentric blog for this fun activity!
What You’ll Need:
One Festive Sock
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Paper Towel Tube
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Dried Catnip
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Instructions:
- Place the paper towel roll inside the sock.
- Fill the paper towel roll with the dried catnip.
- Tie the open end of the stock.
- Enjoy!
Tips
Need a visual? Get some help with this illustrated step-by-step guide.
This activity doesn’t have to be just for the holidays! Use different patterned socks to make toys for every season.
This activity doesn’t have to be just for the holidays! Use different patterned socks to make toys for every season.
Treat Tuesday - Festive Cranberry Biscuits
December 5, 2017
Here is a festive snack that makes a great treat for our furry friends. Mixed with cranberries, pumpkin, oatmeal, and peanut butter, Fido will be happy! Shout out to The Cottage Market for this creative recipe!
What You’ll Need:
Whole Wheat Flour
1 1/2 cups 
Flax Seed
1/2 cup 
Peanut Butter
1/2 cup |
Oat Flour
1 1/2 cups 
Pure Canned Pumpkin
1 cup |
Dried Cranberries
1/2 cup 
Egg
2 large eggs |
Baking Instructions:
- Crack the two eggs into your mixing bowl and beat for about one minute. Add the packed pumpkin and then add the peanut butter. Beat until the mixture is creamy.
- Slowly add your flours and then add the dried cranberries until you get a thick dough. If the dough is a bit sticky just add more flour and if it is too dry add a little more peanut butter.
- Flour your work area and take the dough out of the bowl and put it on the floured surface. Roll the dough to approximately 1/4″ thickness and then make your treat shapes with your favorite cookie cutter! Gather the scraps and roll them out and start cutting out shapes till all the dough is used.
- Line two cookie trays with parchment paper and place the treats on. The treats can be close together since they do not rise.
- Bake in a 350 oven for 30 minutes. Let cool.
- The treats will last in a well-sealed container for about ten days. If you know you are not going to use them, pack them up in freezer bags and place them in the freezer and just take them out as needed. They will last for six months in the freezer.
Tips:
Treat Tuesday - Boneyard Pumpkin Dog Treats
October 31, 2017
These treats are no trick! Wish your furry ghouls and goblins a Happy Halloween with these spooktacularly easy and delicious pumpkin-based treats. We love this seasonal idea from Today’s Creative Life because making these treats is a perfect fall activity to do with your kids!
What You’ll Need:
Pumpkin Puree
1 cup |
Plain Yogurt
1 cup |
Milk-Bone Mini Bones
A handfull |
Instructions:
- In a medium-size bowl, mix the pumpkin and the yogurt together until well blended.
- Scoop and drop into a mini or regular muffin tin.
- Decorate with the Milk-Bone dog biscuits. For decorating inspiration check out these images.
- Place in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
Tips:
For bite-sized treats, or if you have a small dog, use a mini muffin tin.
Be sure to buy 100% pumpkin puree. Look for “100% pure” on the label. Do not use canned pie mix because it contains added sugar and spices, which are not good for your dog.
Be sure to buy 100% pumpkin puree. Look for “100% pure” on the label. Do not use canned pie mix because it contains added sugar and spices, which are not good for your dog.
Treat Tuesday - Candy Corn Dog Treats
October 23, 2017
Yellow, Orange, White, oh my! Candy Corn for dogs? Who knew! This delicious and festive treat is sure to get your dog in the spirit of the season. The ingredients in this recipe from 12 Tomatoes are wholesome and healthy for your pup so that you can treat them guilt-free all season long!
What You’ll Need:
Bananas
1-2 small bananas |
Plain, Non-fat Yogurt
1 cup, divided |
Canned Pumpkin
1/2 cup |
Instructions:
- Fill ice cube trays 1/3 full with plain yogurt, then place molds in the freezer. Freeze for 1-2 hours, or until yogurt is set.
- In a small bowl or glass, mix together 1/2 cup yogurt with canned pumpkin. Stir until combined, then pour over frozen yogurt in ice cube molds, making sure to leave space at the top for the third layer.
- Return to freezer for another 1-2 hours, or until set.
- Mash banana(s) in a small bowl and stir in any remaining yogurt, then pour over frozen pumpkin layer in mold.
- Freeze until set.
- Pop treats out. Store in the freezer.
Tips:
Use your favorite silicone ice cube tray to make these treats extra cute. Don’t have a silicone ice cube tray? Check out this paw print shaped one or get spooky with Halloween shaped trays!
Treat Tuesday - Yummy Bacon Cookies
October 17, 2017
What pup doesn’t love bacon? This Treat Tuesday we’re featuring this fun-to-make Bacon Cookie recipe from myrecipes.
What You’ll Need:
Uncured Bacon
3 slices |
Whole Wheat Flour
2 1/4 cups |
Toasted Wheat Germ
1/2 cup |
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Flax Seed
1/2 cup |
Nonfat Dry Milk
1/2 cup |
Egg
1 Large Egg |
Low Sodium Chicken Broth
1 cup |
Chopped Parsley
1/3 cup |
Baking Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two large shallow baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium and cook bacon until crisp, turning once or twice, about 6-7 minutes. Drain, transfer to a cutting board, and finely chop it. Reserve 1 tbsp fat.
- Combine the chopped bacon, flour, wheat germ and dry milk in a medium bowl. Whisk together reserved bacon fat, egg, chicken broth and parsley in a separate bowl. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir with a spoon or rubber spatula until rough dough forms. Knead the dough in the bowl 5-6 times until it comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and roll out to a 1/4-inch thickness. With a 2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out treats and transfer to the prepared baking sheets. Press all the scraps together, kneading once or twice, then roll out to 1/4-inch thickness and cut out more treats; repeat if necessary.
- Bake treats until lightly browned and fairly hard, rotating the pans from top to bottom once, about 35-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely; biscuits will harden as they cool. Store in an airtight container.
Tips:
Some of these ingredients might not be readily available in your home pantry. You can find whole wheat flour, wheat germ and flaxseed at your local grocery store in the baking aisle or the organic aisle!
Treat Tuesday - Salmon Cat Treats
October 3, 2017, Treat Tuesday
If your cat is crazy for salmon, then they’ll love these treats! With only 3 ingredients, these treats are easy to make and will have your cat begging for more.
What You’ll Need:
Canned Salmon
10 oz, undrained |
Whole Wheat Flour
2 cups |
Egg
1 egg, beaten |
Baking Instructions:
- Heat oven to 350°. Pulse 10 oz canned salmon (undrained) in a food processor.
- Combine the fish, 1 egg (beaten) and 2 cups whole wheat flour until dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add up to 1/3 cup water. If the dough is too wet or sticky, add a bit more flour. The dough should be tacky but not sticky.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Use a 3/4-inch cookie cutter in the shape of your choice to create your treats.
- Place treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350° for about 20 minutes. When they’re slightly browned and crunchy, they’re done.
- Allow treats to cool before serving.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe provided by the cookierookie.com
Treat Tuesday - Grain-Free Dog Treats
September 19, 2017, Treat Tuesday
Many dogs have sensitivities to grains and are not able to enjoy many of the conventional treats that are produced with grains. This grain-free treat recipe from With the Grains is a great option for all dogs, even those without dietary restrictions.
What You’ll Need:
Coconut Flour
1 1/2 cups |
Organic Creamy Peanut Butter
1/2 cup |
Organic Eggs
5 eggs |
Coconut Oil
1/2 cup, melted |
Organic Pumpkin Puree
1 cup + 2 tbsp |
Organic Bacon
2 slices, cooked and chopped |
Baking Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients and form dough into a ball.
- Roll out dough in between two sheets of parchment paper.
- Gently use your desired cookie cutters to cut and lift cookies. Roll leftover dough into a ball, roll it out again and cut additional cookies. Repeat until all the dough has been used. Hint: You can bake the very last dough scraps as small round cookies so as not to waste dough.
- Transfer to a lined baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cookies are crisp around the edges.
Tips:
Is a grain-free or gluten-free diet right for your dog? Check out this article from PetMD to learn more.
Treat Tuesday - Organic Chicken Cat Treats
September 5, 2017, Treat Tuesday
Treat your cat with these organic chicken cat treats from Modern Cat. Making your own cat treats can help cut back on cost, and best of all you’ll know what ingredients are in your cat’s snacks. Let us know how your cat enjoys these treats!
What You’ll Need:
Organic Whole Wheat Flour
1/2 cup |
Nonfat Powdered Milk
1/2 cup |
Organic Chicken
1/2 cup, cooked and chopped |
Vegetable Oil
1 tbsp |
Organic Egg
1 egg, beaten |
Water
1/4 cup |
Fresh Organic Catnip (Optional)
1 tbsp, chopped
1 tbsp, chopped
Baking Instructions:
- Gather the ingredients and preheat your oven to 350° F. Ensure you have plenty of counter space to work on.
- Combine the flour, milk, and chicken in a large bowl and mash and mix them together. Add the water, oil, beaten egg, and catnip (if using). Stir well until a sticky dough forms.
- Form the dough into small dime-sized balls and place on a greased cookie sheet. Flatten the balls into discs with your hand or a spoon. You can adjust the size of the treats based on your cat’s size and needs.
- Bake the organic treats for 10 minutes. Remove them from the oven and flip each one, so they brown on both sides. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until they turn a golden-brown color.
- Cool the treats to room temperature and store in an airtight container or bag.