Easy Homemade Treats for Dogs will be a great treat for your dog during the holiday season.
Halloween is a great holiday for the entire family and your pooch can have a party as well. You don’t have to distribute human candy for your dog – you can create some tasty,pet friendly Halloween treats yourself with simple ingredients!
Homemade treats give you the freedom to pick the ingredients and the freedom from all the added sugar, chocolate and artificial sweetensers. Simple dog friendly biscuits can be made at home with pumpkin, oats, banana and egg.
Keep in mind that treats are snacks – before you make any recipe. A complete and balanced diet should be your dog’s primary diet.
Make These Easy, Fun Dog Treats for Halloween!
Easy to make, these homemade Halloween Dog Treats can be shaped into pumpkins, bones, or bats.
Ingredients
2 cups water or stock, heated until boiling
- 1 egg
- 2 cups oat flour
1 tablespoon xylitol-free peanut butter (optional)
Do not use pumpkin pie filling—use plain pumpkin puree instead.
When using peanut butter, it is important to read the label. It cannot contain xylitol, which is very harmful to dogs.
Make delicious Halloween dog treats with these simple, tasty, and healthy recipes.
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 250°C.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place parchment paper on a baking sheet.
Step 2: Combine the Ingredients
Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
Place pumpkin puree and egg in a large bowl.
Add peanut butter, if using it.
Combine all ingredients.
Step 3: Add the Oat Flour
In the pot, mix the Oat Flour in.Combine the Oat Flour in the pot.
Add the oat flour, little by little, while stirring.
Mix until a soft dough is formed.
If it is too sticky add a little more oat flour. If it’s very dry, water a bit.
Step 4: Roll the Dough
Next, roll the Dough.Now roll the Dough.
Take the dough to a clean surface.
Roll it until it is approximately 1/4″ thick.
Make the dough not too thin, or the treats tend to be very hard.
Step 5: Create Halloween Shapes
Create shapes from Halloween masks.Create shapes using Halloween masks.
Use small cookie cutters to create Halloween shapes.
Good options are pumpkins, bones, bats and basic circles.
Always use small sized shapes, depending on your dog’s size.
Step 6: Bake the Treats
Arrange shapes on prepared baking sheet.
Bake until they are lightly golden brown, or until they are about 15-20 minutes.
The treats must be cooked until hard and six.
Step 7: Cool Completely
Remove the treats from the oven.
Wait until they have fully cooled down before giving one to your dog.
Never serve a hot treat.
So Why Is Pumpkin Being Used in Dog Treats?
So, why is pumpkin being used in dog treats?
Pumpkin is a favorite addition to homemade dog food and dog treats.
Plain pumpkin is a source of dietary fibre and water. Fiber can be beneficial in a normal digestion process.
Pumpkin however, should not be used as medicine. Contact your veterinarian if your dog’s diarrhea, constipation, vomiting or other health issues persist.
Only use plain pumpkin, not pumpkin puree or pumpkinsauce. Sugar and spices that are unnecessary for dogs can be part of pumpkin pie filling.
Is Peanut Butter Safe for Dogs?
Yes, peanut butter is safe for dogs.Peanut butter is safe for dogs.
Regular peanut butter may be appropriate for some dogs, but you’ll want to read the ingredient list carefully.
The primary concern is Xylitol.
Xylitol, a sweetener often found in sugar-free gum and mints, can cause a significant decrease in blood glucose levels in dogs and can be harmful.
Avoid using peanut butter with xylitol.
Peanut butter with chocolate or lots of salt or sugar should also be avoided.
If your dog is eating peanut butter for the first time, try giving it to him or her in a very small amount and keep an eye on them to see if there is any strange reaction.
What Are Some of These Halloween Treats That Puppies Can Eat?
While a few small bites of plain pumpkin and other dog-safe foods are fine, puppies have unique nutritional needs.
They should be fed a full and balanced diet for puppies.
Use very small portions and supervise the puppy when eating these treats if they are being prepared for a puppy.
Avoid giving a puppy a big or hard biscuit.
If your puppy is allergic to something, has digestive issues or other health concerns, please consult your veterinarian before feeding him/her homemade treats.
How Many Pumpkin Treats Can Dogs Eat?
Dogs can eat up to six of the pumpkin pieces that make up the pumpkin pie.Dogs can have up to 6 pieces of the pumpkin pie.
Appropriate quantities will vary with the size, age, activity, health and normal diet of your dog.
Offer one treat at a time.
When this is done by your dog, the treats may be given occasionally as long as your dog tolerates it.
Don’t forget that homemade treats have calories! Excessive treats can lead to obesity or an upset tummy.
Treats are a small part of your dog’s daily diet.
For over weight dogs or a special diet, consult your veterinarian on the appropriate amount of treats.
Ingredients to Avoid in Halloween Cookies
Here are some ingredients to steer clear of in Halloween cookies:
Some foods eaten by humans are toxic to dogs and can be found in Halloween foods.
Never add:
- Chocolate
- Cocoa
- Xylitol
- Grapes
- Raisins
- Macadamia nuts
- Onion
- Garlic
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Caffeine
- Excess salt
- Spicy seasonings
Avoid using “frosting” or candy from human cakes for dog treats.
If you wish to decorate the biscuits, leave them plain or use a little of a safe ingredient for dogs that your veterinarian suggests.
Other Easy Halloween Dog Treat Ideas
There are multiple easy variations that can be made with dog-friendly ingredients.
Frozen Pumpkin Bites
Fill small molds with plain pumpkin, water, and freeze.
Banana Pumpkin Bites
Combine pumpkin flour, oat flour and mashed banana, bake little pieces.
Apple Pumpkin Treats
Stir in pieces of apple to pumpkin and oat mixture. Take out the core and seeds of the apple first.
Carrot Treats
Take pumpkin and finely grate the carrot and use it in a simple oat and pumpkin biscuit recipe.
Always introduce new ingredients slowly.
How to Store Homemade Halloween Dog Treats
Storing homemade Halloween dog treats is important too.It is also important to store homemade Halloween dog treats.
Let biscuits cool thoroughly before storing.
Store them in a clean and a tightly closed container.
Home-made treats typically have less preservative than packaged treats and may not last as long.
Make sure to keep them in the fridge when needed. Extra treats can also be frozen in small quantities.
When offering a treat to your dog from the store, look for mold, odd tastes or consistency changes. Discard any items that appear to be spoiled.
What to Do If Your Dog Eats Halloween Candy
A dog is eating some Halloween candy.
Contact a veterinarian or animal poison service if your dog accidentally consumes chocolate, a potentially dangerous food such as xylitol candy, raisins or other products.
Don’t wait until you have symptoms to seek help.
Have the food package handy and be able to share the ingredients and product details.
Never force a dog to vomit unless instructed to do so by a veterinarian.
Final Thoughts
A great way to get your dog into the Halloween spirit without the candy is to make some DIY Halloween dog treats.
This is a homemade version of pumpkin bread and can be made without the use of peanut butter (if that is an issue), oat flour, or plain pumpkin. Have fun forming your pumpkin, bone or bat into a fun shape with Halloween cookie cutters.
Use simple ingredients and stick to safe foods such as those that avoid chocolate, xylitol, grapes, raisins, onion, and garlic.
Provide treats sparingly and maintain a dog’s normal complete and balanced feeding using the normal dog foods first.
Homemade Halloween treats can be a good treat for your dog when prepared safely with appropriate amounts and stored safely, as an occasional treat.
