How to Make Cookies for Dogs
Even man's best friend needs a cookie once in awhile. These healthy cookies are fun to make and are great gifts for your four-legged friends. Yields 20 to 25 doggie cookies.
Things You'll Need
- 1 package dry active yeast
- 1/4 c. warm water
- 1 c. warm beef broth
- 1 tbsp. molasses
- 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 c. whole-wheat flour
- 1 c. cracked wheat
- 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 c. powdered milk
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp. milk
- Groceries
- Cookie Sheets
- Cookie sheets
Instructions
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Combine yeast and warm water; let stand for 5 minutes.
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Stir in beef broth and molasses.
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Add 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, cracked wheat, cornmeal, powdered milk, salt and garlic powder.
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Mix ingredients, then place on a floured surface and knead until stiff, adding more flour if needed.
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Divide dough in half, then cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
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Roll out to 1/4-inch thick for small dogs or 3/8-inch thick for bigger dogs.
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Cut out cookies.
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Mix egg and milk to create a glaze, and brush on each cookie.
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Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 300 degrees F for 35 minutes (1/4-inch-thick cookies) or 45 minutes (3/8-inch-thick cookies).
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Let cookies cool completely, then store in an airtight container.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a dog bone cookie cutter for a fun shape.
Comments
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kelwat
Oct 19, 2008
Wheat, corn, soy and chicken fat are the most common allergens. They are also fillers. Lamb & rice are much easier to digest. If rice is tolerated, I would suggest a Lamb & Rice formula like California Natural. If not tolerated, perhaps a grain free food like Taste of the Wild or Evo. -
kelwat
Oct 19, 2008
Wheat, corn, soy and chicken fat are the most common allergens. They are also fillers. Lamb & rice are much easier to digest. If rice is tolerated, I would suggest a Lamb & Rice formula like California Natural. If not tolerated, perhaps a grain free food like Taste of the Wild or Evo. -
missholly
Oct 01, 2008
I am new in diet research for dogs, but I keep reading that wheat, corn and rice are harmful to dogs? Is this true and does anyone know why? Thanks. -
missholly
Oct 01, 2008
I am new in diet research for dogs, but I keep reading that wheat, corn and rice are harmful to dogs? Is this true and does anyone know why? Thanks. -
missholly
Oct 01, 2008
I am new in dog diet's research, but I have been reading that wheat, rice and corn are not good for dogs. Is this true? Does anyone know why they should be avoided?