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Benefits Of Dog Treats

June 3, 2011 By sdloveab Leave a Comment

Feeding your pet with treats give them happiness and good health benefits. A dog treat is a great way to reward your dog for good behaviour & can be especially useful during training. If you give your puppy a treat just to be nice, then make sure that the treats you give him are healthy & low in fat, especially if you plan to give them to him on a regular basis.

If your dog does something good, sweet, or just out of the ordinary, you should reward him with a treat. Doing this will let your dog know when he’s doing something fun or good, he’ll get a good taste treat for his reward. Dog treats are among the most gratifying items you’ll be able to take care of your pet.

Feeding dog treats is a great way to encourage your pet to behave, aid in education, whether it is complicated tricks and behaviors, or just potty training and the standard “sit and stay” commands. Plus, many dog treats are optimised to contain vitamins to improve the digestive system, or strengthen & clean teeth. Special treats will help you build a remarkable impression to the mind of your pets. They begin to value the relationship. Pet Trainers frequent use dog biscuits. They help them to maintain the balance of the commands and responses.

A special treat is generally used for cleaning & maintaining your dog’s teeth. Treats are chewable and we all know that dogs love to chew. It’s also very healthy for their teeth. Rawhide snacks or a bone that’s either store bought or from your local butcher will encourage your dog to use their teeth. You should think about what purpose you intend to dog treats to serve. Are they just a nice way to spoil your puppy? Do you use them for training? Will they be used as something to help your puppy happy while you are busy?

Sometimes we forget to show our pets how much we love them and giving them a great treat is a good way to let them know. Dog treats are a great way to let your dog know that you love him and appreciate him. Besides cleaning your dog’s teeth, some pet treats are designed to aid in digestion and improve the internal health of the dog. Treats are designed to provide your pet with extra vitamins, minerals and nutrients to live a long & healthy life. Before settling on a particular brand of dog treats you should know what is out there on the market. By offering healthy snacks, you can prevent or delay the onset of health problems of your pets.

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How to Make Natural Dog Ice Cream

June 3, 2011 By sdloveab Leave a Comment

Have you discovered the magic of Frosty Paws Frozen Natural Dog Treat? It’s a nondairy frozen treat for dogs that’s similar to ice cream in texture except it’s lactose and dairy free, making it easier for dogs to digest. Plus, dogs absolutely love the taste! My three dogs celebrate with jumps and barks when they see the box of Frosty Paws come out of the freezer. Because we have three dogs and Frosty Paws is so popular, the cost of these treats can really add up! I decided to make my own version of this natural dog treat and test it on my pack to see if it would meet their “discriminating” taste.. Here’s the recipe I used:

Ingredient List:

1 well mashed banana
32 ounces of vanilla or plain yogurt
2 T. honey
2 T. peanut butter

All of the above ingredients should be blended thoroughly in a blender or food processor until creamy and smooth. Place the well mixed ingredients into dixie cups or other paper based cups. and freeze until solid.

As you can see the ingredients are all natural and are actually quite healthy for your dog. I think it may be the peanut butter that makes this treat such a hit with my crew. You could also make some substitutions with this basic recipe to change the flavoring such as using apple or pear instead of banana or using molasses in place of the honey. Experiment a bit and see what unique variations you can come up with! Be sure to avoid chocolate as certain forms of chocolate can be toxic to dogs.

After making the complete recipe, I microwaved the dixie cups for 3 seconds to soften them a bit and then offered them to my crew. Did I get the same response? You betcha! The enthusiasm level was high and the “ice cream” was gone in minutes. Plus, it certainly cost less to make than to buy in the store.

Of course if you don’t have time to make these all natural dog treats, you can find Frosty Paws in the frozen food section of many grocery stores. I also have heard there’s a competing brand of frozen dog treat on the market called Dogsters that has a peanut butter taste.

Isn’t it amazing that your dogs can now share in your love of ice cream with their own version of an all natural frozen dog treat? Try making some in your own kitchen. Your dog will thank you.

Written by Kristie.Leong.M.D

Opie is extremely picky about who he takes his treats from.

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Dog Treats

June 3, 2011 By sdloveab Leave a Comment

Dog Treats

Dog treats are the essential for all dog owners. Most dogs rather eat their cookies than their food. Most times this is because more thought and care is put into selecting treats than the main meal. There is a reason people make a living making homemade goodies for dogs. Natural treats are everywhere, even the counters of gas stations. You would be amazed how easy it is to make these treats for yourself. If you want to save some money, and possibly make some, start making your own dog cookies at home.

Peanut Butter Dog Treats

The peanut butter dog cookie is an essential for any dog home. Dogs just go crazy for them and they are good for your pup too. You will need two and a half cups of whole wheat flour and a forth of a cup of white flour. Add to it a forth cup of oatmeal and one and a forth tablespoon of baking powder.

In a separate bowl you will need to add a cup of milk with a cup of peanut butter with a tablespoon of honey and mix well. Then stir the two mixtures together. Once thoroughly mixed, knead and roll out the dough onto a floured surface. Cup out your dog cookies using a cookie cutter or make them into little balls. Place them on a foiled baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. You are guaranteed to have a very happy dog when you are done making these dog treats.

Meaty Tails

Looking for a simple, cheap, meat biscuits for your pup? The Meaty Tails are just what you need to make. Grab two Stage to jars of baby food, one carrot and two meat flavors. Add the baby food into a large bowl and add a third cup of wheat germ, a forth cup of powdered milk, and a forth teaspoon of garlic powder.

Make sure to mix well till thick. Make patties out of your meaty mixture and bake on a foiled cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. These dog treats will soon be a huge staple in your home, as they are cheap and easy to make and dogs go crazy for them.

Dog Liver Cookies

Liver should be used in dog treats rather than food. The reason is in high amounts live can be toxic to dogs. To be safe many people avoid using it in homemade dog foods and choose it as a treat ingredient as well. Add a half a cup of dried milk to a half a cup of wheat germ. Mix in a 3 and a half ounce jar of baby food liver or blended fresh liver and add a teaspoon of honey. Mix all the ingredients well. Oil or foil a baking sheet and roll the mixture into small balls and flatten them with a fork. Cook at 350 degrees for 8 – 10 minutes. The cookies will have a fudge consistency and should be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Brad Weston writes dog food related articles for the Good Dog Food Recipes website at http://www.gooddogfoodrecipes.com

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