Peanut butter dog biscuits are an easy, low calorie treat that your pup will love! Perfect as training rewards or tasty snacks!
Use any natural peanut butter without xylitol (a sugar replacement). Old-fashioned oats provide fiber as well as sweetness.
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Ingredients
Homemade dog treats provide not only an enjoyable bonding experience for pet parents and their pups, but can also be more nutritious than store-bought snacks. Many commercial treats contain cornmeal, wheat flour or other fillers which may not be good for dogs’ health.
Homemade treats often use more natural ingredients, including whole fruits and vegetables such as rosehips, bananas, pumpkin, hemp seeds or hemp hearts. Home-baked treats may also feature high quality meats (kangaroo, salmon, chicken or beef) along with healthy fats like peanut butter for extra nutrition.
As part of an overall healthy diet for your pup, make sure the peanut butter you provide contains just peanuts without added sugar and an oil like olive or coconut. Furthermore, read ingredient labels on all treats and ensure none contain harmful substances such as xylitol – an artificial sweetener toxic to dogs that can rapidly lower blood sugar levels; commonly found in sugar-free gum, peanut butters and baked goods.
Preparation
Homemade dog biscuits are one of the easiest treats you can make with ingredients already on hand – these peanut butter banana dog treats can be prepared in under 30 minutes with healthy pantry staples!
For this recipe, you will need rolled or quick-minute oats, natural peanut butter and flour – whole wheat would provide added nutrition but all-purpose would do fine if needed.
Be wary when purchasing peanut butter for your pup as some brands contain xylitol which is poisonous to dogs. Most natural brands usually do not include this ingredient but always read labels thoroughly to be certain.
When purchasing snacks for your pup, look for those made in Australia and designed specifically with them in mind. Look for food-grade transparent ingredient lists containing whole-foods ingredients rather than those with cheap fillers such as bone-shaped biscuits. All-natural snacks will provide your doggo with more health benefits than their counterparts with cheap fillers like biscuits.
Cooking
Homemade peanut butter dog treats are an easy and cost-effective way to show your furry family members just how much you care. Plus, these make an ideal present for pet-lovers on special occasions like Christmas.
When selecting a treat or biscuit for your pup, ensure the ingredients are familiar to both of you. Steer clear of products with long ingredient lists or that contain cheap fillers such as corn flour, potato starch or rice flour; instead opt for snacks made with high-quality meats (such as kangaroo or salmon), vegetables and fruits, healthy fats and whole grains for best results.
For this recipe, whole wheat flour is highly recommended; however, all-purpose flour will also work just as effectively. When choosing peanut butter to use in this recipe, make sure it is natural without added sugars such as xylitol which can be harmful to dogs; check labels carefully for brands such as Jif, Skippy or Peter Pan which do not contain this hazardous additive.
Storage
Store-bought treats may contain ingredients that are unhealthy for your dog, including corn, wheat and high levels of fat. In addition, these treats often produce an irresistibly delicious smell while baking which draws in dogs to beg for more treats.
Homemade peanut butter dog biscuits are safe to consume and may be stored for up to three months at room temperature in an airtight container or chilled in the fridge – they may even be frozen for long-term storage!
When selecting snacks for your dog, look for snacks with short ingredient lists. Avoid those containing numerous types of meat without distinction – these can often contain high levels of processing and cheap fillers like chicken, beef, lamb, pork, dried Pilchards and duck. Instead opt for snacks containing higher percentages of quality meats and vegetables such as kangaroo meat, salmon, grass fed lamb and high protein poultry products for optimal snacking success.
