There’s nothing like hunkering down in the kitchen and whipping up something delicious for your pup. They are so attentive during the whole process, and their eyes get HUGE when they realize that they are the lucky pup who gets to enjoy your creations.
Whether you’re new to baking or cooking for your dog or just looking for some new inspiration, we’re sharing 7 dog friendly recipes that we absolutely love!
And whether you’re looking for high protein meat options or some healthy no meat morsels, we’ve got you covered!
But first… let’s go over some kitchen basics when it comes to homemade dog goodies.
Homemade Dog Treat Safety Tips
We highly suggest sticking to the recipes provided to keep your dog safe and healthy. But, as a reminder, here are some common unsafe foods for dogs. And keep in mind that this is not an exhaustive list! Make sure to always consult your veterinarian before giving your dog any human food.
Forbidden Foods
Chocolate
Whole Milk
Onion
Cooked Bones
Coffee
Grapes
Raisins
Alcohol
Stuffed or fatty meats (such as sausage/ bacon)
Candy
Salt
Sugar
Healthy Foods For Dogs
So what about healthy foods? What items are generally considered healthy?
Just like with humans, fruits and vegetables are loaded with health benefits for our pups. They provide fiber, antioxidants, and amazing vitamins. Like anything, there is such a thing as ‘too much of a good thing’ so always consult your veterinarian about the quantity of fruits and vegetables to give your dog.
Dogs need protein! They are carnivores (meaning they consume meat), so feeding your dog animal protein is a way to help them meet their protein needs. Any protein should be unseasoned and plain. You should also consider the level of fat in the cut of meat. Bacon, while delicious, is far too fatty for our pups to handle. Stick with lean meat.
Yogurt, eggs, and pumpkin are examples of other healthy foods that your dog may love. Again, make sure to consult with your veterinarian (or grab our recipe ebook) to get the full scoop on how much of these you should be feeding your dog.
Now, let’s get into those recipes!
Dog Friendly Living’s Favorite Meaty Dog Recipes
Peanut Butter & Meat Cookies
Ingredients
1 egg
4 tbsp of garbanzo flour
1 tbsp of peanut butter
1 cup of ground beef
Directions
Mix all the ingredients
Mold into your preferred shape or use a cookie cutter mold to create fun shapes
Smear olive oil or coconut oil on your baking tray and place your cookies on top
Bake at 350 for 15-20 min
Benefits
These cookies are easy to make and highly palatable so they are sure to become one your furbaby's favorite homemade treats!
Note: Peanut butter should not be given daily, once a week will do the trick.
Fish Tostadas
Ingredients
Plantain
Spinach
1 can of tuna fish in water
½ tablespoon of coconut oil
1 tablespoon of parsley
Directions
Mix tuna fish, coconut oil and parsley in a bowl
Cut plantain into thin slices
Place a spinach leaf on top of plantain slices and top off with the tuna fish mix
Benefits
These are a great source of energy and an ideal treat for constipation.
Zinc Liver Snaps
Ingredients
8 oz of liver
1 cup of ground oats
½ tablespoon of chia seeds
1 egg
½ tablespoons of coconut or olive oil
Directions
Mix all the ingredients in a blender
Pour the mixture into treat molds or baking sheet
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit and bake for 20-25 min
Benefits
Has anticancer properties, strengthens their immune system, and is a great source of iron
Dog Friendly Living’s Favorite Non-Meat Dog Recipes
Green Pup-sicle
Ingredients
1/2 cup of celery
1 cup of spinach
1 cup of greek yogurt
1 tbsp of chia seeds
1 banana
1 tbsp of coconut oil
1/4 tsp Spirulina for every 10 lbs of your dogs weight
Directions
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl
Place molds onto a tray or a baking sheet. Fill your molds with the freshly made mix.
Transfer the molds into the freezer. Freeze for 6 hours.
Once frozen, simply pop the treats out of the mold and enjoy watching your dog eat up this healthy snack.
Benefits
Give your dog their daily boost of greens!
Cocopup Cake
Ingredients
2 eggs
1/4 cup of coconut milk
1 cup of oat flour
Grated coconut
Directions
Mix all the ingredients in a blender
Place the dough mix in your cake mold.
Bake for 20 min at 350 F
Let cool and enjoy!
Benefits
Coconut is rich in vitamin E and acts as an antioxidant.
Peanut Butter Cupcake
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 egg
2 tablespoons of peanut or almond butter
4 oz wholemeal flour
1 teaspoon of honey
Directions
Whip the egg with the peanut butter and add in the honey
Add the olive oil and continue whisking
Add to tablespoons of water, lastly add in the flour
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit and pour the mix into previously oiled cupcake molds
Bake for 10-15 minutes
Let cool and use peanut butter as decorative frosting
Benefits
Peanut butter is rich in healthy fats and dogs tend to love the taste so these will be become a favorite for pup parties and birthdays
Note: Peanut butter should not be given daily, once a week will do the trick.
Cauliflower Wings
Ingredients
½ cauliflower
1 tablespoon of turmeric
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Directions
Wash and dry the cauliflower then separate into individual florets.
Place the cauliflower wings into a bowl, add the olive oil and turmeric and mix.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit
Place the cauliflower wings onto a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes
Benefits
Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory that alleviates pain and aids with digestion. While cauliflower is a source of fiber loaded with vitamins and antioxidants.
What do you think? Are you ready to try out a new recipe with your pup?
Inspired to get in the kitchen and cooking (or baking) away? You can grab our entire dog friendly recipe ebook, The Lazy Dog Mom Recipe Book, here! It’s loaded with 22 healthy, yummy recipes that your dog will love. And as a bonus? All of the recipes are easy and fun to make, so it doesn't feel like a total chore!