Cookies should not be fed to dogs because they contain too much sugar, leading to weight gain and health complications. Furthermore, some ingredients, like raisins and chocolate can be dangerous for their wellbeing.
However, oatmeal cookies without any add-ins may be safe for your dog to consume; just ensure they do not contain xylitol which is toxic for dogs and can result in diabetic coma within 24 hours.
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They’re loaded with sugar
Introducing oatmeal cookies into their diet may lead to stomach distress and weight gain for your pup. In addition, they may contain harmful sugar content as well as toxic artificial sweeteners which could harm their health further. Plus they may contain raisins or chocolate chips which could harm their wellbeing further still!
When giving your pup some treats from these cookies, be sure to track how many they ate so you can contact their veterinarian if necessary. If your pup seems lethargic or has an upset stomach after eating any, or begins having seizures after being exposed to chemicals from them, call your vet immediately.
Start by grinding oats until they become powdery (old-fashioned or quick-cook are both fine). Mix this powdered mixture with banana, peanut butter and apples or carrots (for color and extra nutrition). Roll out onto a floured surface (I used whole wheat flour but you can also use more ground oats or another dog-safe flour); cut shapes using cookie cutters before baking.
They’re loaded with dairy
Though oatmeal cookies are safe treats for dogs, their high content of dairy may cause discomfort for those lactose intolerant pups who eat them – including indigestion, gas and loose stool. To reduce discomfort after indulging, consider switching up their treats by including alternatives to milk products like coconut or other vegetable sources in them.
For these treats, combine oats and banana in a large bowl until they form a dough-like consistency. Feel free to customize the flavor by incorporating other ingredients such as applesauce, mashed banana, or pumpkin puree for additional flare.
To create these cookies, preheat the oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Next, grind your oats into a flour-like substance using either a food processor or Ninja; combine in peanut butter and carrots before mixing until everything has come together evenly.
Lightly dust a work surface with oat flour and roll the dough into dog bone or heart shapes before baking for 30 minutes. Allow the treats to cool on their baking sheet for several minutes before moving them onto a wire rack to fully cool off.
They’re loaded with raisins
When your dog consumes oatmeal cookies loaded with raisins or xylitol, its high sugar content may lead to obesity and diabetes as well as pancreatitis and even death. Furthermore, too much raisins or xylitol consumption can result in kidney failure.
Oatmeal isn’t toxic for dogs, but it is essential that all other ingredients in it are suitable. Chocolate, nutmeg and raisins can all be toxic substances for them and should be avoided when giving your oatmeal to your pup.
To make the dough, start by grinding oats into a flour-like consistency in either a food processor or Ninja, then adding bananas and peanut butter until a sticky dough forms. Roll it out on lightly floured surfaces and cut with cookie cutters into desired shapes before baking for 30 minutes – these treats make an exciting family activity and can be stored airtight containers up to 2 weeks or frozen up to 3 months if frozen!
They’re loaded with artificial sweeteners
These cookies contain not only excess amounts of sugar, but they’re also packed with unhealthy ingredients such as raisins and artificial sweeteners like xylitol that could potentially lead to weight gain, digestive issues and even heart disease in dogs.
To create healthy oatmeal cookies, it’s best to opt for plain oats instead of any with added flavors and instant varieties, which contain added sugars and preservatives. Instead, old-fashioned rolled oats should be cooked in water in order to maximize nutrition and maximize nutrition levels in these delicious cookies.
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl until a thick dough forms, then roll out to about 1/4-inch thickness on an unlined baking sheet before cutting with cookie cutters (e.g. paw or bone shapes). Bake for 18 minutes then let them cool before serving!
