Making Valentine dog treats at home is a great way to show your furry friend some love and care. You can use peanut butter as the main ingredient in your treats, as it's a popular choice among dogs and is easy to work with.
Peanut butter is a great option because it's a healthy source of protein and can be easily molded into fun shapes. Just be sure to choose a peanut butter that's free from xylitol, a sugar substitute that's toxic to dogs.
To get started, you'll need some basic ingredients and supplies. You can find a list of what you'll need in the next section, but for now, let's talk about the importance of using healthy ingredients. Using healthy ingredients is crucial when making dog treats at home, as it ensures your furry friend gets the nutrients they need to stay happy and healthy.
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Homemade Treats
Making homemade treats for your furry friends is a great way to show them some love on Valentine's Day. You can try baking biscuit treats using a simple apple cinnamon dough that's perfect for cutting and stamping into fun shapes.
The dough is also great for making gummies or frozen treats, like our spiced apple gelatin gummy dog treats or apple pie pupsicle dog treats. These are perfect for dogs who don't like biscuits or have dietary restrictions.
To make the treats, you'll need some basic ingredients like eggs, unsweetened applesauce, and low-sodium stock. You can also add a sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon, which is recommended for dogs.
Here's a list of the ingredients you'll need:
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup room temperature low-sodium stock or other dog-friendly liquid
- Optional: Sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon
- Optional: 2 tbsp trim (low fat) milk powder
- Approximately 1 + 1/4 to 1 + 1/2 cups of brown rice flour, plus extra for rolling
If you want to add some color to your treats, you can use natural add-ins like beetroot powder to make a natural pink color. Or, you can swap some of the flour for dog-friendly carob powder for a chocolatey flavor.
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Treat Recipes
You can make homemade Valentine dog treats using a simple apple cinnamon dough that's perfect for cutting and stamping into fun shapes. This dough can be used to make baked biscuits, gummies, or even frozen treats.
For a different flavor, try using peanut butter as the star ingredient in your homemade dog treats. This recipe makes a large batch of treats that can be stored in the freezer for easy access.
Remember to use Ceylon cinnamon, which is recommended for dogs, and always feed treats in moderation.
Homemade Apple Cinnamon
Making homemade apple cinnamon dog treats is a great way to show your furry friend some love on Valentine's Day. You can use a simple and fragrant apple cinnamon roll-and-cut treat dough that's easy to make and customize.
The ingredients you'll need include 1 egg, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, and 1/4 cup room temperature low-sodium stock or other dog-friendly liquid. You can also add a sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon and 2 tbsp trim (low fat) milk powder if you like.
To make the dough, you'll need approximately 1 + 1/4 to 1 + 1/2 cups of brown rice flour, plus extra for rolling. If you want colored heart treats, this is a great neutral base for tinting with natural add-ins or dog-safe food coloring. Beetroot powder makes a great natural pink.
Here's a quick rundown of the ingredients and their quantities:
You can also use this dough to make gummies or frozen treats, like our spiced apple gelatin gummy dog treats or apple pie pupsicle dog treats. Just remember to use Ceylon cinnamon, as it's the recommended variety for dogs.
Peanut Butter Oatmeal
Peanut Butter Oatmeal treats are perfect for your furry friends, especially on Valentine's Day. They're made with peanut butter, a favorite ingredient.
You can make a large batch of these treats, which is great for storing in the freezer for later use. This way, you can have a stash of homemade treats ready to go.
These treats are easy to make and can be stored in the freezer, making them a convenient option. They're a great way to show your love for your pets.
Peanut butter is the star of these treats, and it's no surprise why - it's a popular ingredient for a reason!
Ingredients and Tips
To make these adorable Valentine's Day dog treats, you'll need just a few simple ingredients.
The treat ingredients are straightforward: 1 egg, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/4 cup room temperature low-sodium stock or other dog-friendly liquid, and optional additions like a sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon or 2 tbsp trim (low fat) milk powder.
For the base, you'll need approximately 1 + 1/4 to 1 + 1/2 cups of brown rice flour, plus extra for rolling.
Treat Ingredients:
When making homemade dog treats, it's essential to use the right ingredients.
A single egg is all you need for a basic treat recipe.
You'll also require a quarter cup of unsweetened applesauce to add moisture and flavor.
One-quarter cup of room temperature low-sodium stock or other dog-friendly liquid is necessary for the treat's consistency.
Optional ingredients include a sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon for added flavor and 2 tablespoons of trim (low fat) milk powder for extra nutrition.
The main ingredient is approximately 1 + 1/4 to 1 + 1/2 cups of brown rice flour, plus extra for rolling.
Here's a summary of the ingredients you'll need:
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup room temperature low-sodium stock or other dog-friendly liquid
- Optional: Sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon
- Optional: 2 tbsp trim (low fat) milk powder
- Approximately 1 + 1/4 to 1 + 1/2 cups of brown rice flour, plus extra for rolling
Baked Biscuit Tips
We don't include yield in our treat recipe posts, so you can't expect a specific number of treats from our recipes. This is because yield depends on the shape, size, and thickness of the treats you bake.
For a crunchier treat, try letting the baked biscuits sit in the cooling oven for a while before removing them. This will help them get a little crispier.
If you want to take it a step further, you can even pop the baked biscuits into a dehydrator to get them extra crunchy.
Homemade baked dog treats are best consumed within a couple of days from baking, or you can freeze them for longer storage.
Sources
- Apple Cinnamon Puppy Love Valentine Dog Treats (dalmatiandiy.com)
- 10 Homemade Valentine's Day Treats for Dogs (dailypaws.com)
- Homemade Valentine's Dog Treats for Your Furry Valentines (withthegrains.com)
- https://kit.co/GonetotheSnowDogs/chocolate-cookies-for-dogs-diy-valentine-dog-treats (kit.co)
- bone and paw-shaped molds (amazon.com)
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