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I’m 99% sure Kolchak is sick of my face. Yesterday, we were on the couch (I was working; he was napping) and I reach out to pet him, but as soon as my hand hit his fur, he heaved the H E A V I E S T sigh I have ever heard and moved to the other end of the couch where he glowered at me for a full 10 minutes. So it appears that, like many relationships, even in mine and Kol’s just a little absence might make the heart grow fonder.
Still, even when I’m on his very last nerve, there is one surefire way to my puggle’s heart: homemade dog treats
If you’ve never seen your dog’s face light up when you hand him a cookie, still warm from the oven, let me tell you, there’s nothing like it. And while I’m over here refusing to bake human treats because I live alone and if I make them, I’m the only person to eat them…and I will eat them, all of them, embarrassingly fast. I’m not looking to finally get the A-OK to return to my lovely life outside this apartment only to find none of my pants fit anymore. Leggings lie, guys. Do not forget this. There is no amount of walks in the world that can make up for eating entire batches of cupcakes alone – and if we’re being honest? Kol is also kind of sick of walks. He says 5 – 7 a day is “excessive” and “exhausting”. In my defense? I just wanna feel the sun on my face!
So, in an attempt to win back my annoyed puppy’s love and to bake something that I wouldn’t be tempted to snack on, we made one of our favourite easy cheesy dog treat recipes this week.
These DIY Dog treats are so freaking easy, you guys. Anyone can make them. I don’t care if you’re a kitchen disaster like Carol at Fidose of Reality or a modern cooking maven who lives to try new techniques, this recipe is almost impossible to mess up. And the best part? Even though it’s so simple to make, it’s one of Kolchak’s absolute favourite treats. No matter how many times I’ve baked them, he still stands at the oven, whining until I pop that first warm, fresh cheesy dog biscuit in his mouth. It’s both obnoxious and endearing.
These cookies are made with just a few ingredients that I always have in my kitchen, they’re quick and easy to throw together and you don’t need any fancy tools or equipment to make it happen. Anyone – A N Y O N E – can execute these cheesy treats flawlessly. Trust me.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Materials
•2 large eggs
•3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
•2 tablespoons cold water
•1 onion & garlic-free chicken bouillon cube
•2 cups finely grated sharp cheddar or other strongly flavored cheese
•2 cups all-purpose flour
Tools
Medium bowl
Spoon
Cheese grater
Cookie cutter
Cookie sheet
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325F.
In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, olive oil, water, and the bouillon until the mixture is thick and frothy (approx. 1 – 2 minutes). Fold in the cheese.
Add the flour, one tablespoon at a time, stirring to combine. When the dough becomes too stiff to stir, knead in the remaining flour. As the warmth from your hands works the dough, the cheese will melt and smooth out the dough.
If the mixture remains slightly crumbly even after you have kneaded it for several minutes, rinse your hands with cold water, shake them off and work this small amount of water into the dough – that should be just enough to bring it together perfectly.
Using a rolling pin, roll out your dough to ¼” thick. Use a cookie cutter to cut the dough into shapes.
Place the dough on a cookie sheet; the dough will have very minimal spread, so the cookies do not need much extra spacing.
Bake your dog treats for 17 – 20 minutes until the bottoms are lightly golden.
Allow the dog treats to sit on the baking sheet for 2 minutes after you’ve taken them out of the oven, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For a crisper, crunchier treat, turn off the oven and allow the treats to cool inside overnight.
Store in an airtight container for up to a week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
1 If you do not have olive oil, no problem! This can easily be substituted with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil.
2 Try Go Bio, Massel or Fody brand bouillon as these brands declare on the labels that they are onion and garlic free. Onion and garlic can be toxic to dogs, so if you cannot find one of these brands, go ahead and leave this out! The treats won’t be quite as flavourful, but your dog will still love them.
3 If your dog has a wheat intolerance, you can substitute Red Mill gluten-free all-purpose baking mix or any gluten-free baking mix that substitutes at a 1:1 ratio.
While I usually pull a few out to share with Kol while they’re still warm, he definitely loves these super crunchy, so we like to turn off the oven but leave the cookies inside to cool over night. That way they get a good SNAP! when he crunches into them – and drier treats can keep a bit longer.
Have you been baking for your best doggo lately? We’d love to hear what you’re cooking up!
The easiest homemade dog biscuits use equal amounts of peanut butter and pumpkin puree (not pie filling) mixed with just enough flour to make a rollable dough. Roll it out about 1/4″ thick and cut it into bite size (for your dog) pieces. Bake in a 350°F oven until crisp and brown — about 15 minutes.
Can I make pet treats from home? A: No. A processed pet food, including treats, cannot be made in a residential home. All processed pet foods must be made in an approved facility.
Not only do treats help keep pups content in our absence, but they also offer extra stimulation throughout the day that helps dogs satisfy some of their innate instincts passed down from their wild ancestors – like chewing.
In general, we recommend staying away from all purpose flour for your dog. It's not going to hurt them in small amounts, but it just doesn't have the nutritional value that you can get from other kinds of flour.
Dogs don't need to consume flour, and it can be the source of allergies for many pets. But flour is included in many dog foods and treats to help bind ingredients. You'll want to lean more on whole-grain flours—flours in which the whole grain is used and all the natural nutrients from the grain remain in the flour.
Therefore, it's better to feed your dog low-fat cheeses, like mozzarella, cottage cheese, or a soft goat cheese. Cottage cheese is lower in fat and sodium than other cheeses, helping reduce the risk of obesity. Cottage cheese is also lower in lactose, thus reducing the likelihood of intestinal upset.
Yes, technically, your dog can eat cheese, including cheddar, mozzarella and cottage cheese. However, your dog should not consume any blue-veined cheeses, including Dutch blue, Stilton, Roquefort, Cabrales, or Gorgonzola, as it can be toxic for dogs.
If you just want to run a fun-but-profitable hobby, you can easily earn $500 to $1,000 a month with a dog treat bakery as a side hustle. At this level, you can do all of the work yourself in just a few hours a week. If you have kids, you can also have them pitch in. A dog treat bakery is a great family business!
Almost all of the states have some sort of registration or licensing requirements that you must meet before your product can be offered for sale in the United States. Some states may exempt pet foods, but most do not. There is no single agency/group that will give you approval to sell your product in all states.
Cost: Store-bought treats can be more expensive than homemade treats, especially if you choose premium brands. Quality Control: Some store-bought treats contain low-quality ingredients, preservatives, and artificial colors and flavors that can be harmful to your dog.
Do you ever wonder whether your furry friend gets bored of eating the same food? Dogs have fewer taste buds than humans. So, while they will more than appreciate a mouthwatering meal when it's served up to them, they won't necessarily grow tired of eating the same food every day. For a limited time at least anyway.
Homemade dog treats have benefits beyond being budget-friendly. With DIY treats, you know exactly what foods your dog is eating. Along with being free from harmful ingredients, homemade dog snacks can make great training treats, especially when made in smaller sizes.
Essentially, you want your place the way you left it. The way to ensure this is to give your pup a hard dog treat before you leave the house and since dogs are natural chewers that can chew one thing for hours, the treat will keep your pup occupied until you get home. Hard dog treats are also great for teething pups.
Easy Homemade Dog Treats are made with just 3 ingredients! All it takes is banana, peanut butter, and oats and you can make these cute cookies for your pup, or for a doggy friend of yours. Not only are these easy to make, but they are so much more affordable than store-bought treats and dogs LOVE them!
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