Homemade Pet Treats

Indoor hobbies are on the rise! As times continue to be uncertain, owners and their pets are spending more time indoors than they would any other summer. This begs the question, what do we do with all this time? The answer has turned out to be – WE BAKE! According to The Economist, recent months have seen the sale of flour and other baking ingredients soar sky-high, as have baking-related google searches. As you google new ways to baby your sourdough starter, we must ask, what about your furry friends? Baking isn’t just for humans, after all!

In this blog, we’ve collected resources for you to start baking for your pets. After all, they deserve some delicious goodies too!

Dog Treats

We all love our dogs and want the best for them. When you bake dog treats from scratch, it’s possible to choose the healthiest ingredients and tailor the taste to your pet! However, be aware that these tasty treats won’t stay fresh as long as store bought because they lack additives. We recommend keeping your treats in the fridge or freezer to keep them tasting great for a long time.

Oat and Apple Pretzel Dog Treats
Cute and simple! When you can count the ingredients on one hand, you know it’ll be safe for your pup. 
https://www.thecookierookie.com/oat-and-apple-pretzel-dog-treats/

Watermelon Dog Treats
These watermelon treats are a wonderful way to keep your dog hydrated in those hot summer months. 
https://barkandbiscuits.com/recipe/watermelon-dog-treats/

Two-Ingredient Homemade Dog Treat Recipes
Who has time to go to the store? See what you’ve got in your pantry and get to baking!
https://design-milk.com/doggiy-easy-two-ingredient-homemade-dog-treats/

Cat Treats

Cats are notoriously picky. This one will eat salmon, but not tuna. That one will eat only chicken, but in tiny chunks not big ones. With so much to consider it can be a huge headache to find the perfect treat. With these easily adaptable recipes you will be able to save time and money by making exactly the thing your cat craves.

Turkey Triangles
This recipe only has four ingredients and the turkey is easily replaced by any meat your cat prefers. Protein is essential for your cat’s health, so give it to them the fun way!
https://petcentral.chewy.com/homemade-cat-treats-turkey-triangles/

Three-Ingredient Salmon Cat Treats
With only three ingredients required, this treats will be done in no time and last up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
https://www.thecookierookie.com/3-ingredient-salmon-cat-treats/

12 Homemade Cat Treat Recipes
There are so many options here, including some fun catnip treats that will have your cat acting like a kitten again!
https://www.primepetinsurance.com.au/blog/cat-care/12-homemade-cat-treat-recipes

Small Pets

Don’t worry, we didn’t forget about the smaller pets out there! Below we’ve included links to some delicious recipes for rabbit, gerbil, and bird treats. There is something for everyone out there and we can’t wait to hear how your pets love their new snacks. Get baking!

Quick and Easy Homemade Bird Treats
Birds require a lot of intellectual stimulation to remain content. These treats add some fun variety to their food and get them the vitamins they need. 
https://www.thesprucepets.com/quick-and-easy-homemade-bird-treats-390386

5 Homemade Rabbit Treats
Avoid added sweeteners by making your rabbit these healthy treats at home. 
https://bunnylady.com/5-homemade-rabbit-treats/

Homemade Gerbil Treats
Tiny muffins? What could be cuter! 
https://wuppenif.wordpress.com/2013/01/15/homemade-gerbil-treats/