Homemade dog treats are a healthy and affordable way to show your best friend your love. Try my easy, one-ingredient recipe today!
This is my BFF Gus, 70 lbs of love and tail wagging on call anytime I need some adoration and companionship . Seriously, he is my constant shadow! I know I am totally biased, but I think he is the world’s best pet.
We adopted Gus in 2011 from the West Side German Shepherd Rescue in Los Angeles, CA. He was around 2 years old and had been relinquished by his former family. He was skinny and itchy, but he was a sweet goober of a dog.
We brought Gus home and resolved his itchiness issues by removing corn from his diet.
Did you know that corn is common filler in dog food and dog treats? Did you also know that many dogs are allergic or sensitive to corn in their diet?
Dog Allergies
It’s hard to find dog treats that do not cause Gus to itch and are not full of questionable ingredients. There are a few good choices on the market, but the best ones cost about $2 a treat. Yikes!
We can keep Gus’s allergies at bay by making simple homemade dog treats. They only take one ingredient and are healthy for dogs to consume.
Try making some for your best friend!
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Healthy Homemade Dog Treats
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 125 minutes
- Yield: 30 servings
- Category: Pet
- Cuisine: Pet
Description
Commercial dog treats can be full of corn or other questionable ingredients. Make your own easy homemade dog treats with this one ingredient tutorial and feed your pet healthy homemade dog treats.
Ingredients
- Fresh Sweet Potatoes or Yams (Use organic for organic treats)
Instructions
- Wash the sweet potatoes and remove any bad spots. Slice the potatoes ¼-3/8 inch thick.
- Place slices on a parchment line baking sheet and place in a 200 degree oven. Bake for one hour then turn the slices over and bake for another hour.
- Check to see if the slices are no longer damp, but still pliable.If the slices need more time, turn the slices over again and bake for 30 minutes. Continue tuning and baking for 30 minutes until the slices are not wet but still bend without breaking.
- Store in an air tight container for a week or in the refrigerator for several weeks. You can also freezer the slices to make them last longer, defrost before feeding them to your pet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 7
Keywords: homemade dog treats, healthy dog treats, sweet potato dog treats
Your pet will love these treats!
Check out this easy Upcycled Dog Treat Jar Tutorial! They are a fun way to store pet treats.
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Darrin Richards
Hi, is the temperature you mention Fahrenheit or Celsius. sorry to ask. I’m in Australia. Cheers Darrin
Bren
Sorry, Darrin. The temp is Fahrenheit. I’m in the U.S.
Stephanie
My dog has skin issues and I can’t wait to try these for her. I’m sure she will love them!
★★★★★
Bren
I hope she loves them as much as our dog does!
Samantha
What temp would you use if you only had a toaster oven?
Bren
It depends on your toaster oven… is it a traditional oven or convection oven? I would check your owners manual for a temperature conversion chart. If you do not have one I would start on a very low setting and see what works. I’ve never made them in a toaster oven (and don’t own one) so you’ll have to test it out.
Cheryl Sommerville
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup coconut oil
3 cups oatmeal
2 ripe bananas
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine oats, bananas, peanut butter and coconut oil. Add an additional 2 tablespoons oats at a time just until the dough is no longer sticky.
Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
Place into oven and bake until the edges are golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.*
Let cool completely.
(I have Chihuahuas so I end up using shot glasses as my cookie cutter)
Bren
Thanks for the recipe, Cheryl!
Debbie
Have any treat recipes that don’t include potatoes or corporate? My dog is allergic to just about everything! I mix 32 Oz. Of vanilla yogurt and 1 cup of smooth peanut butter. Drop into cupcake liners and freeze. My dogs live them!
Bren
That sounds like a great treat… and less calories than pure peanut butter!
jenfliesaway
Hi Gus!