15 Best Homemade Dog Treats to Pamper Your Pup (2024)

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15 Best Homemade Dog Treats to Pamper Your Pup? ›

The easiest homemade dog biscuits use equal amounts of peanut butter and pumpkin puree (not pie filling) mixed with just enough flour to make a rollable dough. Roll it out about 1/4″ thick and cut it into bite size (for your dog) pieces. Bake in a 350°F oven until crisp and brown — about 15 minutes.

The easiest homemade dog biscuits use equal amounts of peanut butter and pumpkin puree (not pie filling) mixed with just enough flour to make a rollable dough. Roll it out about 1/4″ thick and cut it into bite size (for your dog) pieces. Bake in a 350°F oven until crisp and brown — about 15 minutes.

Along with being free from harmful ingredients, homemade dog snacks can make great training treats, especially when made in smaller sizes. But before whipping out your cookie sheet and mixer, be sure to check with your veterinarian to make sure your dog has no allergies to any ingredients.

Easy Homemade Dog Treats are made with just 3 ingredients! All it takes is banana, peanut butter, and oats and you can make these cute cookies for your pup, or for a doggy friend of yours. Not only are these easy to make, but they are so much more affordable than store-bought treats and dogs LOVE them!

When training non-treat-motivated dogs, the key is finding something your dog is interested in. Whether it's toys , a box, a certain smell, another person, or another animal, find something that brings over-the-top joy to your dog. All dogs have motivators; it's our job to find out what those are!

You just puree a can of tuna in your food processor, add an egg, a little flour, bake and cut. For training, you can cut them small so they are eaten in a second, and they don't crumble in training pouches* or bags in your pocket.

ALWAYS supervise your puppy when giving treats)! Cow ears are a perfect, low fat, tough chew for puppies. One of the best chews for teething puppies, they satisfy their need to chew but as they contain virtually no fat, they are easy on the immature digestive system. Long thin chewy sticks of dehydrated pork intestine.

What age can puppies have natural treats? ›

Suitable from 8 weeks of age. Nova Yak Snack is a long lasting chew, that is grain free making it the perfect chew for dogs with allergies. It's a great dental treat because the hard texture takes of plaque as they gnaw down.

Cut an old shirt into strips, braid them together, and voila, you also have a fun tug toy for your dog. Use braided fleece strips. Strips of fleece that you can find in the bargain bin can make for a simple chew toy. Knot one end, braid the pieces as tightly as possible, knot the other end, voila!

So, how much should I charge for homemade dog treats? Homemade dog treats sell for between $15 and $25. They should be priced based on how much it costs you to produce them including the ingredients, packaging, and other selling fees. There should be a minimum of 30% profit margin on homemade dog treats.

Many adult dog treats are unsuitable for puppies due to their ingredients, size and chewability, so puppy-specific treats tend to be best. That doesn't mean adult treats are totally off limits for your pup though as some are suitable from 8 weeks to adult, check the size and ingredients to be sure.

All-natural soft dog treats are the best option for your pup because they are made of natural ingredients that remain natural with nutrients intact, and avoid preservatives or any additives.

Starting With Protein

The first five ingredients of your dog's food should always start with protein.

Experts advise that no more than 10% of a puppy's daily calories should come from treats. If treats become more than 10% of daily calories, your puppy's diet might become less balanced and less supportive of healthy development.

Homemade dog treats, especially when made with my Bake & Treat dog treat baking mixes, are infinitely healthier than commercial dog treats. They contain only 100% natural ingredients. They don't have an extended shelf-life so they don't contain unhealthy preservatives.