Healthy Homemade Dog Treats

Why buy dog treats when you can make them yourself?! Not only are they less expensive to make and super easy, they are also healthy and you know exactly what you are feeding your dog!

HEALTHY HOMEMADE DOG TREATS

Prep Time:  15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes


INGREDIENTS (makes approximately 3 dozen treats)

3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup wheat germ 
1/2 cup ground flax seed
3 eggs & shells* (optional)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup water
3/4 cup applesauce
3/4 cup pumpkin puree 


INSTRUCTIONS

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside. 

• In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, wheat germ, and flax seed. Set aside.

• In another mixing bowl, combine honey, eggs, oil, water, applesauce, and pumpkin puree until well combined. Gradually add dry ingredients and stir until mixed well.

• Form into a disc and roll out on a well floured surface until about 1/4" thick. Using a cookie cutter, cut out shapes and place on prepared baking sheet about 1" apart. 

• Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until treats are very brown and hard. 

• Let cool completely before giving them to your pooch to try out. Store in an airtight container out of reach from your puppy or in your freezer for up to 2 months. Microwave treat for about 6-10 seconds to soften. 

*Egg shells are an excellent source of calcium and protein for your pet. For strong bones and teeth, crush the eggshell and add to your homemade treats or dog food. 

We made some regular size treats and some small letter shaped treats for our puppy, Brandon and my sister's puppy, Nala as well! They both LOVED them!!

Do you make homemade treats for your pets?!