Saturday, August 19, 2023

DIY Pet Projects: Making Your Own Pet Treats

by ideaparty on August 19, 2023

As pet owners, we all want the best for our furry friends. One way to show them love and care is by making homemade pet treats. Not only is it a fun activity to do with your pets, but it also ensures that your pets are getting healthy and nutritious treats. Here are some simple DIY pet treats that you can make at home:

1. Peanut Butter and Banana Treats

These treats are not only tasty but also packed with nutrients. Mash one ripe banana in a bowl and add a tablespoon of peanut butter. Mix well and add half a cup of rolled oats. Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Peanut-Butter-and-Banana-Treats: A bowl of mashed bananas, a jar of peanut butter, rolled oats, and baked treats in a jar

2. Sweet Potato Chews

Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins and minerals for our pets. Slice a sweet potato into thin rounds and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 250°F for 3 hours or until they are dried and crispy. Your dogs will love these chewy treats.

Sweet-Potato-Chews: A pile of sliced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and a dog chewing on a treat

3. Chicken Jerky

Chicken jerky is a great source of protein for our pets. Slice boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°F for 2-3 hours or until they are dried and crispy. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Chicken-Jerky: Raw chicken on a cutting board, chicken strips on a baking sheet, and baked chicken jerky in a jar

4. Catnip Biscuits

Catnip is a great treat for our feline friends. Mix 1 cup of whole wheat flour, 1/4 cup of dry milk, 1/4 cup of fresh catnip, and 1/3 cup of water in a bowl. Knead the mixture until it forms a dough. Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them into biscuits. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Catnip-Biscuits: A bowl of flour, dry milk, catnip, water, and baked catnip biscuits in a jar

5. Frozen Yogurt Treats

Frozen yogurt treats are a refreshing summer treat for our pets. Mix plain yogurt with mashed berries or bananas. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze until solid. Your pets will love these cool and tasty treats.

Frozen-Yogurt-Treats: A bowl of yogurt and mashed berries, a spoon pouring the mixture into ice cube trays, and frozen yogurt treats in a jar

Overall, making your own pet treats is easy and fun. It allows you to control the ingredients and ensure that your pets are getting healthy and nutritious treats. Plus, your pets will love the homemade treats and the bonding time with their owners.