Baking Up Joy: DIY Doggy Christmas Treats to Delight Your Pup

Friday, December 15, 2023 09:53:46 AM America/Los_Angeles

 'Tis the season to spoil our furry companions with love, and what better way to do so than with homemade Christmas treats? In this guide, we'll unwrap the joy of creating delicious and safe holiday goodies for your pup. From festive shapes to dog-friendly ingredients, let's embark on a baking adventure that will have your dog's tail wagging with delight.

Photo by Karsten Winegeart

Festive Paw Print Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter (make sure it doesn't contain xylitol)
  • 1 egg

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour and oats.
  3. Add applesauce, water, peanut butter, and egg. Stir until well combined.
  4. Roll out the dough and use paw-shaped cookie cutters to create festive shapes.
  5. Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool completely before letting your pup enjoy this paw-licking good treat.

Rudolph's Carrot Crunchers

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix grated carrots, oat flour, melted coconut oil, egg, and honey.
  3. Form small balls or use holiday-themed cookie cutters for shapes.
  4. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  6. Cool completely before letting your pup savor these crunchy and carrot-packed treats.

Sweet Potato Snowflakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
  • 1 cup brown rice flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 egg

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, brown rice flour, applesauce, and egg.
  3. Roll out the dough and use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters.
  4. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until firm.
  6. Once cooled, watch your pup indulge in these snowflake-shaped delights.

Gingerbread Buddy Biscuits

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chickpea flour
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, molasses, water, melted coconut oil, and ground ginger.
  3. Roll out the dough and use gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutters.
  4. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  6. Let the gingerbread buddies cool completely before your pup dives into these festive treats.

While indulging your pup in homemade Christmas treats, consider complementing their festive feasting with the convenience of Bark Potty. Bark Potty provides a real bark potty pad delivered to your doorstep, offering a natural and mess-free solution for your dog's bathroom needs. Especially during the winter season, when outdoor excursions may be chilly, Bark Potty allows your furry friend to enjoy a lush and comfortable potty experience indoors. This all-natural alternative to traditional pee pads not only makes indoor potty training a breeze but also brings a touch of the outdoors to your home. So, as you bake up joy with DIY Doggy Christmas Treats, let Bark Potty be the gift that keeps your pup comfortable and content all year long.

Conclusion

This holiday season, share the love with your furry friend by whipping up these DIY Doggy Christmas Treats. Not only are these homemade goodies delicious and tail-waggingly good, but they also ensure that your pup can join in the holiday festivities safely. So, put on your apron, preheat the oven, and get ready to create a memorable and tasty Christmas for your canine companion.

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