Homemade Dog Treats

Homemade Dog Treats from the Kitchen of PAR Board Member Butch!

Looking for a fun and healthy way to spoil your pup? Butch, one of our dedicated Board Members, shared his go-to recipe for Peanut Butter & Pumpkin Dog Treats—and it’s a hit with his four-legged friends!

These simple, crunchy bites are made with wholesome ingredients and come together quickly using just a food processor and your oven. Bonus: they make your house smell amazing!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oats
• 1/3 cup unsweetened pumpkin purée
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (make sure it contains no xylitol)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. In a food processor, grind the oats until they become a fine powder.
3. Add the pumpkin and peanut butter, and blend until a thick, pliable dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough on a lined surface and cut into shapes using your favorite cookie cutters.
5. Place treats on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until dry and crunchy.

Let cool — and then let the tail wags commence!