Wednesday, January 28, 2015

What Pet Lovers Need To Know About Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

By Ines Flores


There can be no better way to reward our canine family members than with dog treats. If you love the idea of giving them to your dog but don't want to rely on mass-manufactured goodies, you may want to try homemade dog treat recipes instead. Then you can create delectable treats that are safe and delicious.

One thing you need to remember is that some ingredients are not safe for dogs. Ingredients such as chocolate or garlic may mean tasty snacks for us. They can, however, end up causing serious health risks for our furry family members. Doing some research before you mix up treats can save you grief in the long run. Raisins can also be a problem. Many vet clinics will have lists of toxic ingredients that can make our dogs ill.

Biscuits are a great option. They are easy to store. You can carry them in a pocket or purse for a quick snack when you are out and about with your dog. It can be easy to make them fun to look at by forming them into shapes that your dog will love.

Another type of treat is homemade jerky. This kind of snack is made from dehydrated meat. Often, companies that are mass-producing jerky will use beef but you can use any kind of meat. A popular choice for jerky is chicken. If you have a pet that has beef or chicken allergies, you may want to think about making jerky out of duck or other unique meats. Just remember to be careful what you are seasoning the meat with so that you avoid garlic.

Don't start feeding any new treats if your pet has a chronic health condition. It can be problematic for a diabetic dog to have changes to the calories and carbohydrates it is eating. Also think about how much protein is in a treat if you are dealing with kidney problems or liver issues. Don't forget to take into account any food allergies your pet may be dealing with.

If your vet has given the okay to the recipe you want to use, you can start looking. There are many books on pet nutrition out there. They can be a great place to start your search. You might even be able to get some recipes directly from your dog's doctor as well.

The internet can be another great place to look for recipes. Some recipes may also list nutritional values for the treats. That way, if you have a pet on a calorie-reduced diet you may be able to keep them from gaining weight when they eat your treats. You may also be able to send for samples of other people's homemade treats so that you can find out what your pet likes before you whip up an entire batch of biscuits or jerky.

It may take several batches for you to perfect your recipes and your techniques. Just remember to introduce any new food or treat to your pet slowly so that you do not cause your pet's stomach to become upset. The last thing you want is for them to end up with diarrhea because of treats you are trying to make them.




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