Halloween candy is absolutely forbidden for pets: lollipops can get stuck in a throat, and candy wrappers can cause an obstruction. But the animal in your life likes a treat too, so here are some recipes that are healthy for your pet... and pretty tasty.
TASTY CAT CLAWS
Makes 18 treats
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 5 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons soft margarine
- 1 tablespoon cod liver oil
- 1 cup white flour
- 1/4 cup soy flour
Directions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Combine water, cheese, margarine, and oil.
- Add flour and form the dough.
- Roll to 1/4-inch thick and cut with cookie cutter.
- Bake at 300 degrees on an ungreased cookie sheet for 20-25 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden.
TRICKY TREATS FOR DOGS
Makes 14 treats
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 3/4 cup canned applesauce
- 1/8 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 egg
- 3 cups whole-wheat flour
- 1 cup white flour
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup oats
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl, mix water, applesauce, vanilla, and egg thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, nuts, baking powder, nutmeg, and cinnamon, stirring well.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and mix well.
- Spoon into greased muffin tins (filling each cup completely) and bake for about 1 1/4 hours. Cool completely and store in a sealed container.
Note: All recipes are for special occasion treats for your pet. They should not replace meals and should be offered sparingly. If your pet has food allergies or special dietary requirements, check with your veterinarian before offering them.
