Healthy Treat Ideas Your Dog Will Love (and You’ll Feel Good About!)

Healthy Treat Ideas Your Dog Will Love (and You’ll Feel Good About!)

Healthy Treat Ideas Your Dog Will Love (and You’ll Feel Good About!)

Treat time doesn’t have to mean guilt. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create healthy treats for dogs that are delicious, nutritious, and free from fillers or preservatives. Whether you're rewarding good behaviour or just spoiling your pup (because... why not?), these DIY dog snacks will have tails wagging.

Summary:

  • Quick, easy homemade dog treats using healthy, natural ingredients.

  • Great for training rewards, enrichment, or everyday snacking.

  • Keywords: homemade dog treats, healthy treats for dogs, DIY dog snacks.

  • Includes link to bowls collection at My Mutt Life.

Why Make Your Own Dog Treats?

While there are many great pre-made options out there, homemade dog treats give you full control over ingredients—especially useful for dogs with sensitivities or picky tummies.

✔ No preservatives
✔ Budget-friendly
✔ Customisable for allergies or dietary needs
✔ Fun to make and share!

5 Healthy Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

Here are five vet-approved, pup-tested recipes that are simple to make and packed with goodness:

1. Peanut Butter & Banana Bites

  • 1 ripe banana

  • 2 tbsp natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

  • 1 cup oat flour

Mash and mix all ingredients, form into small balls, and chill for 30 minutes. Store in the fridge.

2. Frozen Blueberry Yogurt Cubes

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • ½ cup blueberries

Blend and pour into silicone moulds. Freeze and serve as a cool summer snack or enrichment treat.

3. Sweet Potato Chews

  • 1 large sweet potato, sliced lengthwise into thin strips

Bake at 120°C (250°F) for 2–3 hours until dried but still chewy. Perfect for a natural, fibre-rich chew!

4. Carrot & Apple Nibbles

  • 1 grated carrot

  • ½ grated apple

  • 1 egg

  • 1 cup oat flour

Mix and spoon onto a baking tray. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 mins until golden. Ideal for training treats!

5. Chicken & Parsley Biscuits

  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 egg

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour

Form into small bone shapes and bake at 180°C for 20 minutes. High in protein and breath-freshening too!

How to Serve and Store Your Treats

✔ Keep treats in an airtight container or fridge for 5–7 days.
✔ Freeze extras in batches for easy access.
✔ Always adjust your dog’s regular meals to account for treats—especially for training days!

And for an even better treat experience, serve your DIY goodies in one of our stylish and practical dog bowls 🐶

These bowls aren’t just pretty—they’re designed for comfort, cleanliness, and mealtime ease. Bonus points for style!

Healthy Treat Tips

  • Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calorie intake.

  • Always introduce new ingredients slowly, especially for sensitive stomachs.

  • Avoid dangerous foods like chocolate, grapes, onions, raisins, or anything with xylitol.

Conclusion

Whether you’re looking for DIY dog snacks to train your puppy, spoil your senior dog, or just share a homemade moment, these healthy treat ideas are as joyful to make as they are to eat. Try a few, find your pup’s favourites, and don’t forget to check out our full collection of bowls and feeders to make treat time even more tail-waggingly special.

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