Our Pumpkin is a small dog who needs small treats. If cross-contamination is a concern for you or your pup, you can purchase oat flour that is labeled gluten-free. * Note, while oats are naturally gluten-free, most oats are cross-contaminated with gluten-containing grains in the field and factory. 1 cup brown rice flour = 1 cup *gluten-free oat flour.¼ cup pumpkin puree = ¼ cup sweet potato puree.2 tbsp natural peanut butter = 2 tbsp pumpkin puree = 2 tbsp almond butter.Substitutionsįor canines (or their people) with additional allergies, or if you don’t have an ingredient handy, use the following substitutions as needed: We use shredded cheddar, but low-fat shredded mozzarella is a great option. It is high in fat, but also contains protein, calcium, vitamin A, essential fatty acids, and B-complex vitamins. If your dog is lactose-intolerant, omit the cheese from the ingredients, and otherwise make the treats per recipe instructions. CheeseĬheese is a dog-favorite and is fine in small quantities. More nutritious than white rice, brown rice is also a good source vitamins and antioxidants. It contains selenium, to boost the immune system, and is high in iron and potassium. Brown Rice Flourīrown rice is a good source of fiber and complex carbohydrates, and your dog needs both. Plain pumpkin is fiber-rich and contains vitamins A, E, and C, potassium, and iron. Be careful not to pick up canned pumpkin pie mix by mistake, which contains sugar and is not a healthy treat for dogs. This recipe calls for canned 100% pure pumpkin, which is beneficial for your dog. Double-check your peanut butter to confirm it does not contain xylitol. More importantly, natural peanut butter has no sugar and absolutely no xylitol, which is toxic to dogs. I opt for the unsalted variety for my pup. Natural peanut butter contains only peanuts, and maybe a little salt. Peanut butter contains protein and healthy fats, vitamins B and E, and niacin, and is good for your fur baby in moderation. If your dog is allergic to eggs, replace the egg with an extra ¼ cup of pumpkin puree. They are also an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, like iron, folate, riboflavin, selenium, and vitamins A and B12. This homemade dog treat recipe has only five simple ingredients: EggĮggs are high in protein and fatty acids. Some of the links on this post are affiliate links. While your dog will love these treats, you will love that your sweet dog is getting good, wholesome ingredients, packed with protein, complex carbohydrates, and vitamins that are as good for him as they are delicious. Personally, I think it’s the cheese! I mean, what’s not to love about peanut butter and cheese… if you’re a pup. Pumpkin, my very picky Chiweenie (chihuahua/dachshund) loves these healthy treats. Whether you are accommodating your dog’s food allergies or gluten sensitivity, or your fur baby is accommodating yours, your puppy will happily gobble up these gluten-free homemade dog treats!
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