Homemade Dog Treats with Pumpkin

DIY Dog Treat Recipe

Looking for a fun activity for you and your pup? Try these homemade dog treats with pumpkin! With just 4 simple ingredients, this grain-free dog treat recipe is both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients

• 1 banana, mashed
• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (make sure it’s 100% pumpkin – NOT pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 1/4 cup chia seeds

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a blender or food processor, blend the banana and pumpkin puree until it becomes a smooth texture.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the coconut flour and chia seeds.
4. Add the blended mixture to the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until it is a dough-like consistency.
5. On a floured surface, knead the dough and flatten with a rolling pin to about 1/2 inch thick. 
6. Use cookie cutters to cut the treats into the shapes you want and lay them on the baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-15 minutes.
8. Cool and serve. Store in the refrigerator.

Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily caloric intake. Don’t overfeed treats.