Dog Recipes: 5 Easy Homemade Biscuit Recipes for Fall

Ingredients

• 1 cup dog kibble
• ½ cup 100% pure pumpkin purée
• 1 egg
• a little water, as needed

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 175 °C (350 °F).
2. Grind the kibble into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
3. Mix the kibble powder with the pumpkin purée and egg.
4. Add a little water if the dough is too dry.
5. Form small balls and flatten them slightly.
6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Using some of your dog’s regular kibble in a homemade treat recipe can be a simple way to vary how it is served without introducing too many new ingredients, especially useful for dogs with food sensitivities.

Ingredients

• 1 small cooked sweet potato
• 1 egg
• ½ cup oat flour
• a few pieces of dog treats, optional

Instructions

1. Mash the cooked, peeled sweet potato into a purée.
2. Add the egg and oat flour.
3. Mix until you have a smooth, even dough.
4. Form small bites and add pieces of dog treats as desired.
5. Bake at 175 °C (350 °F) for approximately 15 minutes.
6. Allow to cool completely.

Have a box of treats your dog absolutely loves? Small pieces can be incorporated into the recipe or used as a topping.

Ingredients

• 1 small apple
• 1 egg
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 tbsp xylitol-free peanut butter, optional

Instructions

1. Remove the apple core and seeds, then grate the apple finely.
2. Mix with the egg and rolled oats.
3. Add the peanut butter if desired.
4. Form small bites and place them on a baking sheet.
5. Bake at 175 °C (350 °F) for approximately 15 minutes.
6. Allow to cool completely.

Always check the ingredient list when choosing peanut butter: xylitol (“birch sugar”) is toxic to dogs. A peanut butter specifically formulated for pets can make things simpler.

Ingredients

• ½ cup 100% pure pumpkin purée
• ½ cup finely grated carrot
• 1 egg
• 1 cup oat flour

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 175 °C (350 °F).
2. Mix the pumpkin, carrot and egg.
3. Gradually add the oat flour until you have a workable dough.
4. Form small biscuits and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
5. Allow to cool before serving.

For small dogs, adjust the size of the biscuits accordingly. They can also be a practical option for training rewards.

Ingredients

• ½ cup broth formulated for dogs
• a few pieces of your dog’s regular kibble
• a few pieces of dog treats

Instructions

1. Gently warm the broth — it should be lukewarm, never hot.
2. Pour it into a small bowl.
3. Add the kibble and pieces of treats.
4. Allow it to cool sufficiently before serving.

Fresh water remains your dog’s main source of hydration. Broth can contribute to their overall water intake, but it does not replace constant access to clean, fresh water.

• chocolate
• grapes and raisins
• onions and garlic
• xylitol
• very salty or sugary foods
• heavily seasoned preparations

An ingredient may be safe on its own but become problematic when combined with other ingredients. If you are unsure about an ingredient, or if your dog has consumed something potentially toxic, contact your veterinarian promptly.

Making homemade treats for your dog is a great way to spoil them while having control over the ingredients you use. However, these are treats, not a replacement for a complete and balanced diet. Keep your dog’s total daily calorie intake in mind: a small bite here and there can add up quickly.

If your dog is on a therapeutic diet or has allergies, consult your veterinarian before introducing new recipes.

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