Do you have a free afternoon and feel like doing something fun AND useful? Then make your own snacks for your dog! Not only is it a fun activity, but you also know exactly what's in it. Below are three easy recipes for dog snacks that are both delicious and healthy.
1. Refreshing yogurt ice creams.
For hot days, popsicles are the perfect cool down for dogs. This recipe makes a delicious refreshment from yogurt and dog treats.
What you need:
- Ice holders or freezer-proof cups
- Pens stick (do not use plastic sticks)
- Lukewarm water
- Two kinds of dog treats of different colors
- A little yogurt
Soak the dog chunks separately in lukewarm water until soft. Fill the icebox with one color of kibble and let it partially freeze. Then insert the tripe bar and pour a layer of yogurt over it. Let it freeze again and finally add the second color of soaked kibble. Let it freeze completely and voila - a colorful dog ice cream!
2. Peanut butter cookies
These cookies are a real favorite among dogs! Just be sure to use peanut butter with no additives or xylitol, as it is toxic to dogs.
What you need (for about 50 pieces):
- 150 g flour
- 150 g fine oatmeal
- 100 g peanut butter (100% peanuts)
- 1 egg
- 100 ml of water
Preheat the oven to 170°C and place baking paper on the baking sheet. Mix all the ingredients into a firm dough. Roll it out to a thickness of about 1 cm and cut out cute figures, such as bones or hearts. Bake the cookies for 30-40 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool well before giving them to your dog.
3. Savory carrot-cheese muffins
For dogs who like savory snacks, these carrot and cheese muffins are ideal. Give a small dog half a muffin and a medium to large dog one muffin a day.
What you need:
- Muffin tins
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup grated cheese
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Preheat the oven to 150°C and grease the muffin tins. Mix the flour and cheese in a bowl. Beat the eggs with milk and oil, and add this mixture to the flour. Fill the molds three-quarters full and bake the muffins for 20-25 minutes. Let cool and enjoy!
Making your own dog snacks is not only fun, but also a great way to spend time with your dog. Want to try something new during your next weekend? Then consider making a dog sitter in your area book so your dog has good company while you're in the kitchen experimenting!
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