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Mix together the sweet potatoes, eggs and applesauce.
Stir in the flour.
Roll out and cut with a cookie cutter.
Bake on a baking sheet.
Why make homemade pet treats?
Not only is it way more economical to make a batch of dog treats, but you know exactly what’s going in to them.
Made with no preservatives or additives, these dog treats are mad with just natural and healthy ingredients.
How to store
Once your sweet potato dog treats are fully cooled, place them in an airtight container. They will keep for several weeks at room temperature.
Should you peel the sweet potatoes?
Yes, always remove the skin of the sweet potatoes as these can be difficult for your dig to digest.
You can peel the sweet potatoes and cook them in boiling water until tender, or you can roast them and then peel them. Then you just need to mash them up and mix with the other ingredients.
Tips!
I used a bone shaped cookie cutter for these treats, but you can use whatever you have to hand.
Let the sweet potato dog treats cool fully before giving them to your dog or storing.
These are treats and not meant to replace your dogs regular meals.
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Add sweet potatoes, eggs, applesauce to a mixing bowl and mix well. Stir in flour. Mixture will be stiff and sometimes it’s easier to mix with your hands than to bend a metal spoon.
Divide dough in half and roll onto a surface covered with additional flour until about 1/8″ thick. Use a cookie cutter to cut shapes and place onto an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until dry and crispy. Remove from oven. let stand on baking sheet for 2 minutes before removing to completely cool on a cooling rack.
Serve when cooled or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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Becky’s tips
Makes 50 large treats.
I used a bone shaped cookie cutter for these treats, but you can use whatever you have to hand.
Let the sweet potato dog treats cool fully before giving them to your dog or storing.
These are treats and not meant to replace your dogs regular meals.
As with many other fruits or vegetables, sweet potatoes should be fed to your dog in moderation and as occasional treats, not as part of a regular diet. Too much of a good thing, even if it's nutritious, should be offered in small amounts first to avoid any allergic response or intolerance.
Puree the whole eggs with minced chicken, carrots, olive oil and tapioca flour.Pour the mixture into the baking moulds.Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown and firm. Let the dog treats cool before it's time for dog training.
What Are "High Value" Dog Treats? High-value treats tend to be moist or freeze-dried, extra smelly, and something your dog doesn't get very often (if at all) outside of training sessions. Think tiny pieces of chicken, liverwurst, tripe, or even peanut butter (make sure it's xylitol-free) smeared on a spoon.
Overconsumption: While sweet potatoes are generally safe for dogs in moderation, too much can lead to health issues. They are high in fiber and can cause digestive upset in large quantities. Also, excessive vitamin A can lead to toxicity. Allergic Reactions: Though uncommon, some dogs may be allergic to sweet potatoes.
While sweet potatoes are higher in calories than pumpkin, they also offer more carbohydrates, protein and fats – a necessary part of a dog's diet. The fiber content in sweet potato and pumpkin can also help your dog feel full and satisfied. A strong immune system is essential for keeping your dog healthy and happy.
If you have checked the feeding amount is correct, cut out treats and spaced the meals and your dog is still producing soft poo the addition of just a couple of tablespoons of cooked carrot, sweet potato or squash to their meal can work wonders in firming up their poo. It should be a pretty quick change too.
Q- How long is the shelf life of your Sweet potato treats? A- Properly sealing the bags should provide freshness for approximately 12 months and there is an expiration date on each bag of our all natural sweet potato treats.
Cost: Store-bought treats can be more expensive than homemade treats, especially if you choose premium brands. Quality Control: Some store-bought treats contain low-quality ingredients, preservatives, and artificial colors and flavors that can be harmful to your dog.
In general, we recommend staying away from all purpose flour for your dog. It's not going to hurt them in small amounts, but it just doesn't have the nutritional value that you can get from other kinds of flour.
Easy Homemade Dog Treats are made with just 3 ingredients! All it takes is banana, peanut butter, and oats and you can make these cute cookies for your pup, or for a doggy friend of yours. Not only are these easy to make, but they are so much more affordable than store-bought treats and dogs LOVE them!
They won't harm your dog, but they don't provide much benefit either. Cheerios are made from mostly whole-grain oats, which provide no essential component of your pet's diet. As a result, mass-produced Cheerio treats function only as filler—they're just empty calories when dogs need a high-energy diet.
Peanut butter can be a tasty, high-value treat that your puppy can enjoy in moderation. It's high in protein and has some vitamins. But because it's high in fat and calorie-dense, too much can be bad for your pup. Just remember to check there is no palm oil or xylitol in the peanut butter.
Sweet potato is a healthy and tasty treat when given every so often. It can be prepped in a variety of ways and can be given to your dog as long as it does not exceed ten percent of his daily diet.
How to Safely Feed Sweet Potatoes to Your Dog. Whether they're mashed, baked, or boiled, sweet potatoes are fine for dogs to eat as long as they're cooked, peeled, and plain. Again, avoid any seasonings or extra ingredients that may be included in “human food” recipes, such as butter, sugar, or salt.
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