Valentine’s Day Treats Recipes For Your Furry Pet Friends

Here are my favorite Valentine’s Day Treats Recipes For Your Furry Pet Friends. Even I can make these Valentine’s Day recipes for my pets because they are easy and tasty recipes!

​Valentine’s Day is not just for humans; our furry friends deserve some love and special treats too!

​Whether you have a devoted dog or a charming cat, here are some healthy and tasty Valentine’s Day recipes for your pets.

Valentine’s Day Dog Treats

A great way to indulge your dog is with these delightful peanut butter pupcakes – a canine-friendly twist on classic cupcakes.

Peanut Butter Pupcakes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup peanut butter (make sure it’s xylitol-free, as xylitol is toxic to dogs)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda.
3. In another bowl, mix oats, peanut butter, applesauce, honey, and egg until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
5. Fold in the shredded carrots.
6. Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow pupcakes to cool completely before serving.

Pumpkin Paw-fection Treat Recipe for Pups

Pumpkin isn’t just a fall favorite for humans; dogs love it too! Packed with fiber and nutrients, pumpkin can be a healthy addition to your dog’s diet. Try these Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits for a tasty and wholesome treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (make sure it’s plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the whole wheat flour and rolled oats.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin, peanut butter, water, and egg.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
5. Knead the dough on a floured surface and roll it out to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Use cookie cutters to create fun shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the treats are golden brown.
8. Allow the treats to cool completely before treating your pup.

Banana Peanut Butter Oat Dog Treat Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup oat flour (or you can grind rolled oats to make your own)
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1/4 cup peanut butter (make sure it’s xylitol-free, as xylitol is toxic to dogs)
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a blender or food processor, grind the rolled oats into a flour-like consistency if you don’t have oat flour.
3. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, oat flour, mashed banana, peanut butter, and egg. Mix well until a dough forms.
4. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a bit more oat flour until it becomes workable.
5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to approximately 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Use cookie cutters to create fun shapes or simply cut the dough into squares.
7. Place the treats on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
8. Allow the treats to cool completely before serving them to your dog.

These Banana Peanut Butter Oat Dog Treats are not only tasty but also provide a good source of fiber and nutrients for your canine companion. Enjoy making these wholesome treats for your furry friend!

Safety First | Guidelines for Pet Treats

While celebrating Valentine’s Day with your pets, remember these safety tips:

• Avoid ingredients harmful to pets, such as chocolate, xylitol, and excessive sugar.
• Natural ingredients always best
• Monitor portion sizes to prevent overindulgence.
• Be aware of any allergies your pet may have and adjust recipes accordingly.
• Always consult your veterinarian before introducing new treats into your pet’s diet.

Pet Safety in Emergencies

Disasters can happen without warning, so be prepared. The CDC – Centers for Disease Control has some wonderful information to help you plan for an emergency. As pet parents we know how preparedness is everything when seconds count!

Cat recipes

Tuna and Pumpkin Cat Kisses Recipe

Cats can also enjoy the goodness of pumpkin in their treats. These Tuna and Pumpkin Cat Kisses will surely win your feline friend’s heart.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup canned tuna in water, drained
• 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (plain pumpkin puree)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup oat flour (you can make your own by grinding rolled oats)
• 1 tablespoon catnip

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a blender or food processor, blend the tuna until finely chopped.
3. In a bowl, mix the tuna, pumpkin, egg, oat flour, and catnip until a dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
5. Use small cookie cutters or shape the treats into tiny kisses.
6. Place the treats on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until they are set.
7. Allow the treats to cool completely before offering them to your kitty.

These homemade treats are a wonderful way to pamper your pets with flavors they love while ensuring they get the nutritional benefits of pumpkin. Enjoy making these special treats for your furry friends!

Tuna and Catnip Heart Treats Recipe

Cats deserve love too! Try these tuna and catnip heart treats this Valentine’s Day to enchant your feline friend.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup canned tuna in water, drained
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon dried catnip

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a blender or food processor, pulse the tuna until finely chopped.
3. In a bowl, combine the tuna, whole wheat flour, egg, and catnip, mixing until a dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
5. Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out treats and place them on the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the treats are golden brown.
7. Allow the treats to cool before presenting them to your feline valentine.

This Valentine’s Day, show your pets how much you care with these homemade, heartwarming treats. Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your beloved furry companions!

Marj Bates enjoys spending time exploring the South Shore with her puppies hunting down cool new things from Boston to the Cape when she is not writing for Declutterbuzz and helping folks get rid of stuff.

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