Fall Treats For Pets: DIY Recipes They’ll Love

One way you can show your love to your furry friends, especially this coming season, is to make fall treats for pets. Homemade treats are always healthier for your pets because you have complete control over the ingredients and process. This autumn season, enjoy time by the fire with delicious treats with your pets.

Tasty Fall Treats for Pets to Make This Season

For people, fall is a time for cozy nights, pumpkin spice, and turkey meals. Pets don’t have to miss out, though. You can make fall just as special and memorable for your furry friends by making DIY pet treats for fall. Store-bought treats tend to be more processed and expensive. In contrast, the ones you make yourself are healthier and more budget-friendly.

Here are the best fall treats for pets you can make at home.

1. Pumpkin Apple Dog Treats

These pumpkin apple treats are one of the most delicious homemade pet recipes you can try.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium apple, cored and grated
• 1 cup canned pumpkin
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 1 egg
• 4 cups rolled oats, or as needed

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and place parchment paper on a baking sheet
2. In a food processor, pulse 4 cups of oatmeal until finely ground, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
3. Add the grated apple, canned pumpkin, and egg, mixing until well combined. The mixture will be thick and slightly sticky.
4. On a surface sprinkled with the remaining 1/4 cup of oats, roll the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness.
5. Use a cookie cutter to cut shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until crisp and golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Brie’s Turkey and Cranberry Dog Bones

When it comes to fall pet recipes, you can’t go wrong with turkey and cranberry.

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 egg
• 1 cup shredded cooked turkey
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, or as needed
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease baking sheets or line them with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder. Stir in the cooked turkey meat and dried cranberries. Make a well in the center of the mixture, then add the egg, olive oil, and about 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add more chicken broth, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 1 to 2 minutes. Roll the dough to a 1/4-inch thickness and cut out shapes with your favorite cookie cutters.
4. Bake for about 25 minutes, until the treats turn brown. Turn off the oven and leave the dog treats inside for an additional 30 minutes to dry out. Store leftover dog treats in the refrigerator.

3. Turkey Triangles for Cats

If you’re looking for fall treats for pets, this tasty snack is perfect for cats.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup ground turkey
• 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, combine the flour, turkey, oil, and egg to form a meaty dough.
2. Knead the dough into a ball.
3. Lightly flour your workspace and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
4. Place the rolled dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Using a knife, cut small triangles into the dough. Remember not to cut all the way through. First, score 1/2 inch-wide rows, then score diagonal lines across the rows to create a diamond pattern. Finally, score diagonal lines in the opposite direction to cut the diamonds in half, forming triangles.
5. Bake for 20 minutes at 350°F.
6. Once the treats have cooled, snap the triangles apart.

4. Super Simple Sweet Potato Dog Treats

Spoil your furbabies with these sweet potato-based fall dog treats.

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 sweet potato
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prick the sweet potato several times with a fork and cook in the microwave on high for about 6 minutes until tender. Allow it to cool until it can be handled.
3. Cut the potato in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl, discarding the skin. Mash the potato with a fork or potato masher. Measure out about 1 cup of mashed potato and transfer it to a large bowl, saving any extra for another use.
4. In the bowl with the sweet potato, mix in whole wheat flour, applesauce, and eggs until you form a dough.
5. Place the dough onto a well-floured surface and roll it to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes, or use a pizza cutter to cut the dough into strips. Arrange the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, until crisp. Let the cookies cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

5. Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats

Homemade fall dog treats don’t have to be complex with these peanut butter and pumpkin ones.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp peanut butter
• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp water, or more if necessary (Optional)
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, eggs, peanut butter, pumpkin, cinnamon, and salt, stirring with a spatula until well mixed.
3. Transfer the mixture to a work surface and knead it with your hands until it starts to come together. If needed, add 1 teaspoon of water at a time to make the dough workable, but be careful not to add too much; the dough should be dry and stiff.
4. Roll the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness.
5. Cut the dough into 1/2-inch pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, until the treats are golden brown and crunchy. Allow them to cool before serving to your dog.

6. DIY Pumpkin Mini Muffins for Cats

If you’re looking for autumn pet snacks for your cats, these pumpkin mini muffins are sure to please.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp, plus 2 tsp reduced-fat lactose-free milk
• 1/4 cup cooked pumpkin (If using canned, be sure it’s pure pumpkin and not pumpkin pie purée.)
• 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp, plus 2 tsp coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp baking powder

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a mini muffin pan with paper liners.
2. In a high-speed blender, combine the pumpkin, lactose-free milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and coconut oil. Blend until smooth, then transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and set aside.
3. Rinse and dry the blender, then add the oats and grind them into a fine flour. Transfer the oat flour to a separate large mixing bowl.
4. Stir in the baking powder and salt until well combined.
5. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Fill the muffin cups two-thirds full with the batter using a small spoon or cookie scoop.
6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the muffins are lightly golden.
7. Allow to cool completely before removing the paper liners and serving.

A Fall to Remember

Pets make a home warmer and more welcoming. That’s why your furry friends deserve as much love as anyone else this autumn season. Make it a special one by making these fall treats for pets.

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