As Halloween approaches, it’s time to think beyond candy and get creative in the kitchen with some delightful homemade treats for your furry companions. Making DIY Halloween treats for your dogs and cats can be a fun and rewarding way to celebrate the holiday while providing them with healthy, delicious snacks. Here are some easy and festive recipes that will get your pets into the Halloween spirit!
Halloween Treats for Dogs
Here are some spooky and tasty recipes specifically for dogs that will have their tails wagging.
1. Pumpkin Dog Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (ensure it's xylitol-free)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, oats, and cinnamon, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into spooky shapes like bones, pumpkins, or ghosts using cookie cutters.
- Place the treats on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 30 minutes, or until they are firm and golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before serving to your dog. Store in an airtight container.
2. Apple and Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup finely chopped apple (core removed)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1/4 cup water (or as needed)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, oats, chopped apple, and peanut butter. Mix until well combined.
- Add water gradually until the dough comes together; it shouldn’t be sticky.
- Roll out the dough and cut into desired shapes.
- Place on a lined baking tray and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden.
- Let cool before serving to your dog. Store in an airtight container.
Halloween Treats for Cats
Don't forget about your feline friends! Here are a couple of easy recipes to treat your cats this Halloween.
1. Tuna and Pumpkin Cat Treats
Ingredients:
- 1 can tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup oat flour
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a blender or food processor, combine the drained tuna, pumpkin puree, egg, and oat flour. Blend until smooth and well mixed.
- Drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the treats are firm and edges are golden.
- Cool before serving to your cat, and store leftovers in an airtight container.
2. Chicken Cat Treats
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1/4 cup oat flour
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a blender, combine the shredded chicken, chicken broth, and oat flour. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Drop small amounts of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the treats are firm.
- Allow to cool completely
