How to Make Gourmet Dog Treats

Dog treats can be purchased just about anywhere these days; but it can be a little more difficult to find a dog treat you trust to feed to your pampered pooch. Making your dog treats at home will make sure that your pet’s treats include ingredients that they love and that are good for them too.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Food processor
• Cookie cutters
• Rolling pin

1. Find a recipe for gourmet dog treats. Search for treats that have fresh ingredients that appeal to your dog. There are many sites online that are dedicated to homemade dog treats. You can also go to your public library and check out books of treat recipes.

2. Gather the ingredients and supplies needed for the dog treats. After looking at your recipe, you may find that you have everything you need already.

3. Prepare an area in your kitchen for making the dog treats. Most recipes call for you to roll out the dough and cut it with a cookie cutter. Make sure to leave yourself enough counter space.

4. Mix ingredients according to recipe directions and bake. Check the recipe carefully for baking temperatures and times.

5. Store dog treats in a plastic re-sealable container or tin. You could even place the treats in cellophane bags tied with ribbon for a unique gift.

Tips & Warnings

• Give your treats a more gourmet touch by drizzling them with melted carob.
• Using mint or parsley in a dog treat recipe can help eliminate bad dog breath.
• If your dog has special dietary needs, check with your vet before giving any dog treats to your dog.
• Some foods are harmful and potentially lethal to a dog. Do not make or give treats to your dogs that have unsafe ingredients.