Pets need love and care. To please your beloved dog, pet stores offer a wide selection of long-time favorite treats. The best treats are those made with fish, meat, and grains, which you can not only buy but also make at home.
Meat crisps
These treats are made from natural meat and by-products, including liver, lung, and heart. They have an attractive appearance and aroma that dogs love.
Experts recommend using them for animals with food allergies and gastrointestinal issues. These crunchy treats are rich in protein and can also help clean your dog's mouth and promote dental health.
The treats don't have a strong, unpleasant odor, and pets enjoy eating and playing with them. They're easy to take on walks and can be used as a reward during training.
Avoid overindulging in dry treats, as some types contain significant amounts of glucose, an excess of which can negatively impact your pet's health.
You can make crispy cookies at home using the following ingredients:
- pig ears, heels, skin;
- beef tripe or lung;
- chicken feet;
- chicken or beef liver;
- sea fish;
- pork kidneys.
Before cooking, the produce is frozen, then washed and cut into narrow, long slices. They are then baked in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 60-120 minutes.
Dog liver biscuits
Using this treat is a good way to prevent tartar in dogs, it also helps remove plaque and care for dog teeth.
The product does not contain harmful preservatives or artificial colors, but due to the high grain content it should be used in moderation.
To prepare this treat yourself, you will need the following ingredients:
- pumpkin puree – 200 grams;
- peanut butter – 50 grams;
- milk – 50 ml;
- oatmeal – 3 cups.
Cooking procedure
- Heat all ingredients except oatmeal slightly and mix in a container until smooth.
- Add oatmeal, stirring constantly.
- Roll small balls from the resulting mass, roll them in flakes and place in a cold place for 1-1.5 hours.
Homemade cookies should be stored in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
Soft, delicious treats made from baby meat puree
They are suitable as a treat for older dogs, as well as animals with dental problems and excess weight.
This low-calorie, healthy treat contains plant and animal protein, vitamins, and a complex of microelements. Dogs love this treat, and they'll obey any command for it.
Fish biscuits for dogs
This treat can be made from fresh or frozen ocean fish. The key is to carefully remove the bones and scales from the fillet, which can cause harm to your dog's stomach and intestines.
To prepare this treat you will need:
- fillet of any sea fish – 0.5 kg;
- carrots – 1 piece;
- rice flour or boiled rice – 4 tbsp;
- dill greens – 2 tsp;
- vegetable oil – 1 tbsp.
How to cook:
- Cut the fillet into small pieces or chop it using a blender or meat grinder.
- Peel the carrots and grate them on a coarse grater.
- Mix the minced fish and carrots, add vegetable oil, herbs, flour and mix thoroughly.
- Roll the resulting mixture into a layer about 1 cm thick and cut into pieces. For an attractive appearance, you can use cookie cutters.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet and bake in a well-heated oven for 30 minutes.
Meat cake for a dog
This snack can be used daily for pets of all breeds and ages. This meat cake is suitable for puppies starting at 4 months of age. You can make this treat yourself at home. You can use a special baking pan or small silicone cupcake and muffin molds.
Components:
- beef trimmings;
- pumpkin;
- carrot;
- fresh herbs;
- chicken egg;
- sour cream.
Method of preparation:
- mix all ingredients thoroughly;
- place the mass tightly into the moulds;
- bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes at 250 degrees;
- Cool the finished cake. To smooth out any unevenness, coat with sour cream.
