What You Should Know About the Health Benefits of Homemade Dog Treats
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Being Watched
Do you ever have the feeling that you are being watched?
Perhaps as you are standing at the kitchen counter or pulling something out of the oven?
The guilty feeling kicks in as soon as you turn to see those sad eyes staring at you.
Our three sweet, happy dogs become completely sad, pathetic, miserable, starved puppies the minute we are in the kitchen cooking.
They know we are making something yummy. And we know that most of what we are making isn’t good for them.
Let’s be honest, “people food” is typically full of salts and sugars and things dogs aren’t equipped to be eating as part of their diet.
That doesn’t mean we never cheat and slip them a piece of something.
After all, they are really good at the sad puppy eyes.
But it is rare.
Thankfully, after learning exactly what should go into dog treats when our basset Bucket developed bad allergies, we started making homemade treats.
And the good news is that by making our own treats:
We know what is in the treats we are giving our dogs (no allergy worries)
We can have fun with the baking
We don’t have to fall for those sad eyes when we are making supper
The even better news is that you can do the same thing!
Other than to avoid the sad stares, there are so many benefits to making homemade dog treats.
For starters, homemade treats include only the best ingredients that you carefully choose yourself. You have full control over what your dog is eating, and you can tailor the treats to their specific dietary needs.
Homemade treats are also cost-effective in the long run, with budget-friendly ingredient options that can save you money over time.
Plus, making treats for your dog is a fun and customizable activity that can strengthen your bond with your furry friend.
Grab your apron, and let's start baking!
Nutritional Benefits
We all want what's best for our furry friends, and feeding them healthy natural homemade dog treats is a great way to make sure they aren’t getting too many preservatives or ingredients they may be allergic to.
With controlled, quality ingredients, you can tailor each treat to your dog's dietary needs, calorie needs, and reduce the risk of allergy flares.
When you buy store-bought treats it's important to remember that not all treats are created equal. Manufacturers may use cheap and low-quality ingredients, leaving the nutritional value of the treats questionable.
Cost-Effective
Let's face it, being a pet parent can be expensive but that doesn't mean you can't spoil your four-legged pal.
Store-bought treats can add up and sometimes we don't know what the ingredients really are. When making healthy natural homemade dog treats, you have control over the quality and type of ingredients used. This can help reduce the risk of allergies and ensure that it is tailored to your dog's dietary needs.
Comparing costs, healthy natural homemade dog treats are definitely a wallet-friendly option in the long run. You don't have to break the bank to spoil your furry friend.
With simple ingredients, you can create unique and creative options that your dog will love.
And who knows, maybe it'll even bring out your own culinary skills!
Bonding With Your Dog
One of the best parts about making homemade treats in our house is the looks of anticipation from our group of furry friends.
Somehow they always seem to know when we are making treats for them vs. when we are making “people food”.
We haven’t figured out exactly how they know, but they do.
The sad stares that we get when making supper are gone and we have three pairs of eyes looking at us with big wide eyes and tail wags.
This makes us think that making homemade dog treats is a bonding experience.
It makes us happy because we are making something for the dogs we love.
We get excited when we get to give them healthy treats.
They get excited because we are excited.
Let’s be honest. They just like the treats.
Let’s Get Baking!
Whichever reason has you making homemade treats for your dog, you can be sure that it will provide them with much better nutrition than giving in to the sad eyes when you are making “people food” and it will allow you to be creative and have fun with an activity that also makes them happy.
So, why not give it a try and see for yourself the benefits of homemade natural treats?
Your furry friend will thank you for it!
If you need a starting place- try our recipe for Sweet Potato Treats.
For Pictures and Videos of Our Furry Family, Check Out Their Instagram @bucketandbones.
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