Senior Dog Treat Recipes

Treat Recipes for Senior Dogs

Our elderly pups deserve yummy treats. However, purchasing treats for our canine companions can be costly. We have gathered some of our favorite treat recipes that you can make from home for your senior dog.

Considerations

Although making treats for your dog can seem exciting enough that you want to make all sorts of delicious recipes, there are considerations to take before feeding them. To keep your senior dog feeling and looking great, we have gathered some tips regarding recipes for your dogs:

• Keep the calories low
• Look for omega-3s
• Make soft treats
• Remember sensitivities
• Look for antioxidants
• Keep things fresh with fruits and vegetables

Treat Recipes

Salmon and Pumpkin Treats

Ingredients

• Unsweetened Greek yogurt
• Organic pumpkin puree
• Dog-safe salmon oil
• Brewer’s yeast

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and combine until smooth
2. Fill silicone trays or ice molds with the mixture
3. Freeze until solid

Berry Bites

Ingredients

• Unsweetened Greek yogurt
• Blueberries
• Bananas
• Strawberries

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and combine until smooth
2. Fill silicone trays or ice molds with the mixture
3. Freeze until solid

Veggie Treats

Ingredients

• Rice flour
• Cooked sweet potatoes
• Cooked zucchini
• Parsley
• Low sodium vegetable broth

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
2. Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl until combined
3. Add broth to the mixture until combined
4. Knead the mixture to form a dough
5. Flatten the dough and cut it into cookie shapes
6. Line a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes
7. Let cool

Peanut Butter Treats

Ingredients

• Quick oats
• Dog-safe peanut butter
• Unsalted chicken broth

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl
2. Shape dough into bite-sized pieces
3. Serve immediately

Apple Treats

Ingredients

• Apples
• Unsweetened Greek yogurt
• Water

Directions

1. Slice apples into small pieces and remove seeds and core
2. Blend apples with yogurt and water
3. Pour mixture into silicone tray or ice mold
4. Freeze until solid

These treats are great for elderly dogs’ minds and bodies and are sure to be delicious.