15 Easy dog treat and dog food recipe

Here’s a detailed version of each 15 dog treat and dog food recipe, including prep tips, storage instructions, and feeding suggestions to keep your pup healthy and happy. 🐾

🦴 Dog Treat Recipes

1. Peanut Butter Banana Bites

Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 cup rolled oats
Instructions:
1. Mash the banana in a bowl.
2. Add the peanut butter and oats.
3. Mix well until dough forms.
4. Roll into bite-sized balls.
5. Chill in fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for 1 month.
Tip: Great as a training reward.

2. Sweet Potato Chews

Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet potato
Instructions:
1. Wash and slice the sweet potato lengthwise into thin strips (1/4″ thick).
2. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 2–3 hours, flipping halfway through.
Storage: Store in a dry container for 2 weeks.
Tip: These are chewy and help with teething or boredom.

3. Chicken & Carrot Cookies

Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1 egg
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
3. Roll dough and cut into fun shapes.
4. Bake for 20–25 minutes.
Storage: Refrigerate for 1 week or freeze for 2 months.
Tip: Use silicone molds for bite-sized training snacks.

4. Frozen Apple Yogurt Cubes

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 apple (peeled, finely chopped)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions:
1. Mix ingredients in a bowl.
2. Spoon into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
3. Freeze for 2–3 hours.
Storage: Store in freezer for up to 2 months.
Tip: Perfect for cooling off in warm weather.

5. Pumpkin Peanut Butter Bites

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (plain)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix all ingredients into a dough.
3. Roll and cut into shapes.
4. Bake 20–25 minutes until firm.
Storage: Store in airtight jar for 1–2 weeks.
Tip: Pumpkin helps with digestion.

6. Cheesy Dog Biscuits

Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions:
1. Mix ingredients in a bowl.
2. Roll dough and cut into 1″ biscuits.
3. Bake at 350°F for 15–18 minutes.
Storage: Keep in fridge for up to 1 week.
Tip: Use low-fat cheese if your dog is on a diet.

7. Frozen Chicken Broth Pupsicles

Ingredients:
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Optional: small carrot bits or parsley
Instructions:
1. Pour broth into ice cube trays.
2. Add small veggie bits for texture.
3. Freeze for 3–4 hours.
Storage: Freeze for up to 2 months.
Tip: Helps with hydration and teething.

8. Tuna Training Treats

Ingredients:
- 1 can tuna in water, drained
- 1 egg
- 1 cup oat flour (or blended oats)
Instructions:
1. Blend all ingredients into a thick paste.
2. Scoop small dots onto baking tray.
3. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Storage: Refrigerate 5 days, freeze up to 1 month.
Tip: Dogs love the fishy flavor—great for recall training.

9. Apple Cinnamon Bites

Ingredients:
- 1 apple (grated, no seeds/core)
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients.
2. Roll into balls or shape with cutter.
3. Bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes.
Storage: Store in fridge for up to 1 week.
Tip: Cinnamon is safe in small amounts and supports healthy joints.

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10. Turkey & Veggie Bowl

Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 zucchini (chopped)
- 1 cup spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
Instructions:
1. Brown turkey in a skillet, drain excess fat.
2. Add veggies and cook until soft (10–12 minutes).
3. Stir in cooked rice.
4. Let it cool before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate for 4 days or freeze portions.
Tip: Great for active dogs needing lean protein.

11. Beef & Sweet Potato Mix

Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (85–90% lean)
- 1 sweet potato (boiled and diced)
- 1/2 cup green beans (chopped)
Instructions:
1. Cook beef in a pan until browned.
2. Boil sweet potato until soft, then cube.
3. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 5 days.
Tip: Beef is high in iron and supports energy levels.

12. Chicken & Rice Delight

Ingredients:
- 1 skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1 tbsp peas
Instructions:
1. Boil chicken until fully cooked; shred it.
2. Cook rice separately; steam carrots and peas.
3. Mix everything together.
Storage: Keep in fridge 3–4 days or freeze.
Tip: A gentle meal for sensitive stomachs.

13. Egg & Spinach Scramble

Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- Handful of spinach (chopped)
- 1 tbsp cottage cheese (low-fat)
Instructions:
1. Scramble eggs in a non-stick pan.
2. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
3. Stir in cottage cheese.
Storage: Serve fresh or refrigerate 1 day.
Tip: Perfect for breakfast or senior dogs needing soft food.

14. Salmon & Quinoa Power Bowl

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cooked boneless salmon
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup cooked peas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions:
1. Flake the cooked salmon.
2. Mix all ingredients.
3. Drizzle olive oil and stir.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days.
Tip: Omega-3s support skin, coat, and joints.

15. Ground Chicken & Pumpkin Stew

Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
- 1/4 cup peas
- 1/2 cup cooked oats
Instructions:
1. Cook chicken thoroughly in a skillet.
2. Add peas, oats, and pumpkin.
3. Stir well and cool before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 5 days.
Tip: Great for dogs with digestive issues or allergies.

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