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.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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

1. Combine yeast and warm water; let stand for 5 minutes.

2. Stir in beef broth and molasses.

3. Add 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, cracked wheat, cornmeal, powdered milk, salt and garlic powder.

4. Mix ingredients, then place on a floured surface and knead until stiff, adding more flour if needed.

5. Divide dough in half, then cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

6. Roll out to 1/4-inch thick for small dogs or 3/8-inch thick for bigger dogs.

7. Cut out cookies.

8. Mix egg and milk to create a glaze, and brush on each cookie.

9. 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).

10. Let cookies cool completely, then store in an airtight container.

Tips & Warnings

• Use a dog bone cookie cutter for a fun shape.

[kelwat]

on 10/19/2008 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]

on 10/1/2008 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]

on 10/1/2008 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?

on 8/8/2006 Chocolate, onions (not even cooked), pork, ham, chicken bones, cheese or diary (fattening and it's hard to digest when your pet is older). And not too much tuna (fat).

on 2/22/2006 Everyone knows not to give dogs chocolate, but baker's chocolate is the absolute worst thing. If they eat it, take them to a veterinarian right away. Also, onions, grapes and raisins are very bad for them. Beware.