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105 Homemade Dog Treat Recipes: Healthy & Super-Woof Easy
105 Homemade Dog Treat Recipes: Healthy & Super-Woof Easy
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Patty Oelze is a freelance writer who is also in the process of getting her PhD in Psychology. She has been writing about dogs and other critters for about 10 years and has a plethora of animals at her home including several cats, some chipmunks, a dozen raccoons, two foxes, one coyote, and herds of deer. She and her husband have been living in the Missouri Ozarks for years where she enjoys taking care of wildlife, fishing, photography, boating, and of course, writing.
11 Homemade Hypoallergenic Dog Treat Recipes
A dog suffering from food allergies shouldnt live in a world without treats!
Weve come up with a list of the 11 best hypoallergenic dog treat recipes. The best part of creating dog treats at home is you have full control over the ingredients, and your pup is at much less risk of having a reaction.
But before we get started well quickly go over how food allergies affect dogs, and the types of ingredients to watch out for
How Dogs Get Allergies
Just like humans, dogs can develop allergies at any time, and react to just about anything.
However, dogs commonly develop food allergies due to over-exposure.
Meaning, if your dog has been fed kibble with chicken for several years, they may begin to develop an adverse reaction to all things chicken.
Signs of Allergies
- Itchy, red, inflamed skin and ears
- Itchy, puffy, and runny eyes
- Itchy, red ears
- Sneezing
- Constant licking and scratching
- Digestive problems
Common Food Allergens
Hypoallergenic dog treats are developed by simply avoiding the most common allergens.
Specific proteins including: Chicken, Beef, Pork, Lamb, or Dairy.
Specific carbohydrates including: Corn, Wheat, Soy, or Yeast.
With that in mind, your dog can develop allergies to almost anything, so picking a recipe requires you to have a little knowledge on what works for your specific pup.
Discovering what your dog is allergic to will require some detective work and a consultation from your vet.
A Quick Warning:
Its not uncommon for dogs to be allergic to multiple ingredients or sources.
So please use your discretion the following recipes use ingredients that are less likely to cause a reaction by avoiding common allergens, but are in no way guaranteed to be completely hypoallergenic for your specific dog.
Many of these recipes make use of peanut butter, just ensure that youre buying all natural peanut butter, and it doesnt carry any other ingredients or by-products (the ingredients should just list: Peanuts and nothing else!).
Also check out our list of grain free treat recipes you can make at home.
12 Hypoallergenic Dog Treat Recipes
Picture: Proud Dog Mom
Using some Coconut Oil, Peanut Butter, and just a little Ginger these pack a super healthy punch of essential fatty acids and anti-oxidants. But more importantly, your dog will absolutely love them. With 3 Ingredients and made in just a few minutes (plus some time to freeze) it doesnt get any easier than this. Check out the recipe here.
Sticking with our theme of frozen treats we have apple and plain yogurt thats it! Super delicious, packed with healthy probiotics, and some extra fiber to boot. Frozen treats are great as a summer treat to cool off with. Learn how to make some frozen apple treats.
There is beauty in simplicity, and the less ingredients you use the less likely your dog is to have an allergic reaction. Dogvilles does a perfect job by making sweet potato jerky, topped with a little olive oil and cinnamon. Theyre very easy to make, and I can attest that my dog absolutely loves these treats.
Picture: Damn Delicious
Butters and Ollie are some very lucky Corgis they have pro baker and chef Chungah to make bake them some amazing looking treats. Using just 4 ingredients, and with a little love, she created beautiful baked healthy treats that Im sure your dog will appreciate. Also, I wont judge you if you decide to sneak a few for yourself.
Heres something I never would have thought of creating Zucchini Jerky. It makes perfect sense though, its a super healthy snack thats easy to make. Simple slice it up, add a little extra flavoring as needed, and stick it into the often for a few hours. Keep in mind the recipe does ask for Chicken Bouillon, so if youre dog has a chicken allergy (or youre unsure) just skip that part.
Check out the recipe here.
Is your fur baby feeling the holiday spirit? You can celebrate with some amazing peanut butter ginger snaps that I promise youll both enjoy. I think its pretty safe to say that all dogs love peanut butter, so this one will be a home run. Recipe here.
Picture: Golden Barrel
Another simple yet beautiful looking treat, this recipe only uses 3 ingredients and about 15 minutes of your time. Coconut oil, Peanut Butter, and a touch of Cinnamon I wont blame you for sneaking a few.
Sugar the Golden Retriever shares her favorite treats Chewy Banana Treats! And it doesnt get any easier than this, peel a banana, cut it length-wise, and place in the oven. For a few dollars you can get a full stack of tasty treats that are perfect for any dog. Sugar would have wanted all pups around the world to try her favorite recipe <3
Whats better than Peanut Butter? Almond butter now were talkin, it has more manganese and calcium than PB, and it adds some new amazing flavors. Now the recipe does use eggs, so if your dog has a chicken allergy this may cause a reaction but I havent found any evidence that chicken allergies mean youre automatically allergic to eggs as well. Check out the full recipe here.
Picture: DogVills
Another super simple, and super delicious recipe from Dogvills. The best part is you probably already have these ingredients in your home, and they only take 25 minutes to make so lets get cooking
Pumpkin, yogurt, and peanut butter that actually sounds pretty good. Im sure by now you may have noticed the theme around here is dominated by Peanut Butter, but thats a good thing! Now freeze it with a little pumpkin and plain yogurt and youve got an easily digestive and probiotic punch. Just remember to use All Natural Peanut Butter. More info here.
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10 Homemade Dog Treat Recipes (Vet-Approved)
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research.
Learn moreWant to learn how to make homemade dog treats from the comfort of your home? Youll be able to choose each ingredient, save money, and cook specifically for your pups preferences. The best news is that dog treat recipes are typically simple and easy to follow.
Keep reading to find 10 amazing dog treat recipes for dogs of all ages. Spoil your dog with healthy and delicious homemade dog treats! Whether you want to make a healthy dog treat, replace your pups favorite brand of dog biscuits, or cook up a soft dog treat, weve got you covered.
Keeping your dog healthy is important, so youll want to choose a healthy dog treat recipe. That means avoiding ingredients that arent good for dogs! Scroll down to find our favorite healthy treat recipes:
The Top 10 Homemade Dog Treat Recipes:
Healthy Dog Treat Recipes
1. Oat and Apple Pretzel Dog Treat Recipe
What could be cuter than a doggie pretzel? This easy recipe just needs four ingredients: oat flour, rolled oats, applesauce, and an egg. So healthy and simple, you might want to try one!
2. Cranberry & Oat Treats
Whether or not its a special Day, your pup will appreciate these delicious and healthy cranberry dog treats. Made with gluten-free oats, flaxseed, and antioxidant-rich cranberries, these dog-friendly cookies come together in minutes.
3. Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Help your pup celebrate fall with these tasty treats! While you sip on a PSL, your dog can enjoy treats made with pumpkin and peanut butter. The best news? These treats are a lot like cookies, so youll have no trouble throwing them together quickly.
4. Breath-Freshening Dog Treats
Does your dog have bad breath? This recipe from Health Starts in the Kitchen has some unusual ingredients (like parsley and activated charcoal), but it will approximate Greenies and save you quite a bit of money!
Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit Recipes:
If youre looking for traditional dog biscuitrecipes, youre in the right place! These easy recipes will help you make crunchy biscuits with all kinds of shapes and flavors!
5. Peanut Butter Dog Biscuit Recipe
With the help of a fun cookie cutter, you can whip up peanut butter biscuits pretty enough to give as a gift! Throw these simple biscuits in the oven and youll have crispy treats in about 20 minutes.
6. Bacon Glazed Biscuits
These biscuits are pretty, full of great ingredients, and easy to make. But what puts them over the top is the glaze, a mixture of peanut butter and bacon fat. What dog could resist that?
7. Spinach, Carrot, & Zucchini Dog Biscuits
If youre looking for something a little more veggie-heavy, you might want to try this recipe. It incorporates carrots, spinach, and zucchini, plus pumpkin, peanut butter, and oats, into a classic-looking dog biscuit!
Soft Dog Treat Recipes:
Does your dog prefer soft treats? Here are some of the best soft dog treat recipes, including donuts and cupcakes!
8. No-Bake Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Looking for a soft dog treat recipe thats quick and easy? Try this one from Live Laugh Rowe, which uses coconut oil and peanut butter. Your dog will thank you!
9. Carrot Peanut Butter Pupcakes
If you and your dog are celebrating, why not roll out the pupcakes? These soft, dog-friendly cupcakes have a tasty peanut butter yogurt frosting and you can top them with homemade dog biscuits for extra flair!
10. Peanut Butter Bacon Donuts
These doggie donuts look sweet and good enough to eat but dont be fooled! Theyre savory treats made with oats, peanut butter, and a sprinkling of bacon bits. Guaranteed to be a hit!
Homemade Dog Treats: Conclusion
Now you know how to make homemade dog treats with these 10 delicious recipes! Whether youre looking for soft dog treats or homemade dog biscuits, these recipes will turn you into a doggie chef before you know it. What you feed your dog is important, and this way you can control every ingredient. Just remember these are still treats and as such, they should only be fed in moderation since they are not a complete and balanced diet and they do add up the calories. Gone are the days of having to buy expensive dog treats!
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Featured Image Credit: The team at Hepper
Clean, All Natural Dog Treats For Your Furry Best Friend
Since our treats have zero preservatives, they will not last long as store bought treats. We do dehydrate our treats. I give my dogs the same treats and have had them last 3+ months stored in my cabinets.
Biscuits are good 3-4 months stored in cool dry area, if you don't have a cool, dry area please store in fridge. freezer for an additional 6 months.
Chicken feet are good for up to 1 year when stored in a cool dry area, store in fridge if you don't have a cool dry area.
Jerky is good 4-6 weeks stored in a cool dry area, can be stored on the fridge for an additional 2-3 weeks.
Livers are good 2-3 month stored in a cool dry area, can be stored in the fridge for additional 2-3 weeks, freezer for additional 6 months.
All treats are packaged and heat sealed, with an oxygen absorber (do not feed to dog). Each bag can be sealed with the ziploc sealer.
