Treat your pup this Valentine’s Day to heart-shaped homemade dog treats made from nutritious ingredients! Making these easy homemade dog treats won’t cost a penny and is sure to bring smiles from both of them.
These beef-based treats provide ample protein, B vitamins and Coenzyme Q10; in addition they’re an excellent source of collagen – great for skin and coat health – that supports bone health as well as being transparently sourced.
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1. They Promote Dental Health
Maintaining your pup’s oral health is vital to their overall wellbeing. Poor dental hygiene can lead to gum diseases and infections that affect their digestive and immune systems, and adding dental chews into their routine can reduce plaque, freshen breath and keep teeth cleaner for longer.
Pedigree Dentastix are veterinarian-recommended and use an active ingredient called delmopinol to create a protective shield against tartar and plaque that causes bad breath in canines. Their unique x-shaped design and abrasive texture helps fight tartar build-up on canine teeth while their breath freshening ingredients fight bacteria that leads to gum disease.
Greenies can make the ideal dental treat, being veterinarian-recommended and clinically proven to reduce plaque & tartar down to the gumline. Greenies come in multiple sizes for dogs of varying weights, and some recipes even specifically target puppy, senior, or teething pain relief needs.
2. They Promote Skin and Coat Health
Search TikTok, Instagram or dog forums and you are likely to encounter several dog parents extolling the virtues of these heart-shaped chews as treats packed with essential vitamins and minerals for maintaining a healthy coat.
Attracting healthy pets requires providing them with balanced nutrition through fish oil and natural ingredients like apples, carrots, and blueberries. Omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil provide your pup with shiny coats; and fruits and vegetables give a nutritional boost for an all-around health benefit.
These soft, delectable treats contain low calories, making them an excellent choice for older dogs with dental issues or mouth sensitivity as well as smaller breeds prone to weight issues. However, these treats should be avoided by dogs suffering from gastrointestinal disorders; chocolate, raisins and avocado are potentially toxic; while xylitol could even prove lethal!
3. They Promote Bone Health
Heart shaped dog treats are chock full of essential ingredients for optimal bone health in your pup. Collagen helps improve joint mobility while simultaneously improving digestion. Incorporating glucosamine and chondroitin will support joint health as well as digestive health in these tasty treats!
These treats are an ideal solution for dogs with sensitive teeth as they contain only minimal ingredients, are free from grains, fillers and chemical preservatives and small enough that they can easily be broken apart into smaller pieces if your pet requires further adjustment.
Beef heart treats contain high amounts of protein and essential nutrients like iron, phosphorus, zinc and selenium that your dog needs for good health – such as iron, phosphorus, zinc and selenium. They’re also an excellent source of coenzyme Q10 to boost their immune systems and support overall wellbeing – although be wary as feeding too many may cause diarrhoea in certain dogs!
4. They Promote Mental Health
Pets provide unconditional love while also helping to improve mental health. Simply spending time with an animal stimulates dopamine release in your brain, which makes you feel happy – this is why many people consider pet as emotional support animals.
Milk-Bone offers heart-shaped treats with their signature tasty taste that feature added vitamins and minerals for added relaxation or strengthening their immunity system. Perfect for soothing an anxious pup or building immunity!
Search for treats with low calorie per treat counts and high-quality ingredients such as garbanzo beans, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seed. Avoid treats containing chocolate, raisins, onions, or garlic which could potentially be toxic to dogs causing vomiting, diarrhea and seizures.
For an all-natural treat, look for organic dog treats or those carrying the USDA Organic seal. These treat must adhere to higher standards than regular food and must contain 95% organic ingredients by weight.
