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Make your own dog cookies

Mar 13, 2025 | Dogs, General, Recipes

Baking cakes and tarts isn’t exactly my passion. But making dog cookies yourself is a joy. Even if the result doesn’t exactly win any beauty prizes, dogs are loyal and grateful customers. Today’s recipe uses bananas (preferably ripe), carrots, oatmeal, spelt flour, and peanut oil. Pumpkin or olive oil can also be used. Sunflower oil is generally not recommended. To do something good for your dog, you should definitely pay attention to the quality of the oil. The complete recipe is available for free download as a PDF at the bottom of the page.

Ingredients - Dog biscuits with banana and carrot

Dog biscuits with banana and carrot

Ingredients:

 

  • 2 Carrots
    Carrots aren’t just incredibly healthy for dogs; they’re loved by almost every four-legged friend. They have a positive effect on the dog’s digestive tract, and even sensitive animals tolerate them well. The pectins contained in carrots act as a protective layer in the stomach and intestines. They have an antibacterial effect and can even help with diarrhea. 
  • 1 Banana
    Bananas are very healthy for dogs. Their nutrients are particularly well absorbed by your four-legged friend when the fruit is pureed for dog cookies. Bananas have anti-inflammatory properties and are therefore good for the stomach lining. They provide plenty of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. The B vitamins, phosphorus, selenium, potassium, and magnesium are particularly noteworthy, as are their pantothenic and folic acid content. The fruit provides quick energy but is best fed overripe. 
  • 200 g Wholemeal spelt flour
    Spelt is highly recommended for dogs and other animals because of its digestibility. Due to its resistance to pesticides, it can be grown almost entirely without insecticides and pesticides, thus containing far fewer environmental toxins. It is rich in vegetable protein, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamins B and E.

  • 100 g Oatmeal
    Oats contain more easily digestible protein than any other grain. With approximately 80% unsaturated fatty acids, oat flakes contain a high fat content.

  • 50 ml Sesame oil
    Sesame oil is a real insider tip for dog cookies. It’s plant-based, making it particularly well-tolerated and having a positive effect on blood lipid levels. However, its omega-6 content is quite high, so use it sparingly, as with dog treats. As with all oils, always make sure they are cold-pressed and unrefined. Of course, an organic product is much better suited to supplementing food. Proper storage of oils is also important. To protect all ingredients, the oil should be kept in a dark bottle and refrigerated.

Preparation:

  1. Mash the banana with a fork.
  2. Finely grate the two carrots.
  3. Mix all ingredients until smooth.
  4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1 cm.
  5. Either cut out small shapes using cookie cutters or cut the dough into 1 cm squares.
  6. Place the dough pieces on the baking sheet and bake at 180°C for about 25 minutes.

Important:  Be sure to let it dry for a long time and store it in an air-permeable container.

Dog cookies ready baked | Banana and carrot

The dog cookies are finished baking.

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Bake your own dog biscuits

Mar 12, 2025 | Dogs, General, Recipes

Healthy dog biscuits with sweet potatoes

Dog biscuits with sweet potatoes

Sweet Potato Cookies

The Christmas baking has been finished for a few days now. Now we can indulge our baking passion and make our own dog biscuits for our four-legged friends. Today’s recipe features healthy sweet potatoes and parsley. The complete recipe is available for free download as a PDF at the bottom of the page.

Ingredients:

  • 200 g sweet potatoes
  • 175 g spelt flour
  • 75 g buckwheat flour
  • 1 egg
  • 20 g linseed oil
  • ½ tbsp honey
  • ½ bunch parsley

 

Preparation:

  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into cubes. Boil them in a little water until the water is almost gone by the time the sweet potatoes are done. Mash the sweet potatoes with a fork until thin.
  • Finely chop the parsley.
  • Mix the egg, oil, honey and parsley together and add to the sweet potatoes.
  • Combine the spelt and buckwheat flour and knead with the sweet potato mixture until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too soft, add a little more spelt flour.
  • Form a portion of the mixture into a roll (approx. 1 cm in diameter) and cut off small pieces. Place the small cookies on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
  • Bake at 175°C for about 20 – 25 minutes.

After baking, let the cookies dry thoroughly and store them in an air-permeable bag or container.

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Sweet potato

The sweet potato has only recently begun its triumphant march through German cuisine. This is due to its great taste and high nutrient content. The sweet potato (as it is also called) deserves a permanent place in our four-legged friends’ diets. The sweet potato has nothing to do with our potatoes and is not a nightshade but a morning glory. Unlike the German potato, it can be eaten raw. Its yellow to pink flesh tastes pleasant and slightly sweet. It is considered a true nutritional bomb and was declared the most nutrient-dense vegetable by the Center for Science in the Public Interest. In the evaluation, it achieved a score of 184 for the amount of vital substances and nutrients it contains. The potato, in comparison, received only 83 points. Chopped and cooked, the nutrients are optimally absorbed by dogs and cats. For our four-legged friends, the sweet potato is primarily a source of fiber and carbohydrates. As a grain-free alternative, it is ideal for animals with allergies. The nutrient caiapo, found in sweet potatoes, regulates blood sugar and cholesterol levels. The powerful antioxidants carotenoids and anthocyanins can protect against cancer-causing cell damage. And thanks to their anti-inflammatory properties, they can help with diseases such as asthma, arthritis, and gout. The tubers’ high potassium content has a positive effect on the body’s fluid and electrolyte balance. This can lead to stable blood pressure, which reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. Potassium can relieve muscle cramps and supports consistent physical performance. Therefore, sweet potatoes should be included in our four-legged friends’ diets, as they are a true nutritional miracle.

Spelt flour

This easily digestible grain is particularly suitable for allergy sufferers and consists primarily of carbohydrates in the form of starch. It has a high protein content and contains many B vitamins, minerals, and trace elements, making it the ideal basis for dog biscuits.

Buckwheat flour

Although the name suggests it, buckwheat is not a grain. It is considered a pseudo-grain, is gluten-free, and, compared to grains, a very high-quality source of plant-based protein. It contains the flavonoids quercetin and rutin, which strengthen small blood vessels. It also promotes circulation and strengthens blood capillaries. Buckwheat contains all eight essential amino acids as well as proteins for the brain. It is rich in magnesium, and the B vitamins it contains have a positive effect on the nervous system. Buckwheat is very well tolerated by dogs and is an ideal source of fiber in dog food.

Egg

For the dog biscuits to taste great, an egg is a must. Dogs love eggs. They are rich in high-quality proteins, vitamins, trace elements, and contain high amounts of unsaturated fatty acids. However, only the yolk should be fed raw; the egg white should always be cooked. The egg white contains a protein that prevents the absorption of biotin. It contains an inhibitor that impairs protein digestion and can lead to digestive disorders. Both of these inhibitors are inactivated by the cooking process.

Linseed oil

Natural linseed oil contains the optimal ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. It promotes a shiny coat, moisturizes dry skin, can reduce the risk of allergies, and can soothe a sensitive gastrointestinal tract.

Honey

Cold-pressed honey is an important source of minerals, enzymes, and vitamins for both humans and dogs. It strengthens the immune system, has anti-inflammatory effects, and stimulates the metabolism.

Parsley

Parsley contains high levels of antioxidants and flavonoids, which add flavor to the dog biscuits. Parsley is also used in natural medicine for bad breath, stomach problems, and to purify the blood. Parsley has anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and antispasmodic properties.

Your four-legged friend will love these healthy dog ​​biscuits. Since you prepare all the ingredients yourself, you know exactly what’s in the biscuits and what your dog is consuming.

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Great recipe for dog cookies & dog treats

Mar 7, 2025 | Dogs, General, Recipes

Baking dog biscuits yourself is not a big effort.

Although they cannot be used as a complete food, they are a very tasty and healthy addition. The advantage of handmade dog treats is obvious: you know exactly what is in them, they usually cost less than store-bought ones, and you can adapt the dog biscuits to your dog’s taste and tolerance.

As homemade dog biscuits do not contain any artificial preservatives, they only have a limited shelf life. It is therefore better to bake a small portion of dog biscuits every now and then. It is also important that the dog treats cool down properly after baking and that the moisture completely escapes. To prevent mold from forming, an air-permeable box or tin is highly recommended for storing the dog biscuits. We all know this from Christmas baking.

Healthy dog treats without artificial preservatives

Baking your own dog treats

Dog biscuits – Quark sticks

These tender dog biscuits, Quark Sticks, are very easy to bake yourself and are super tasty. You almost always have the ingredients for these dog treats in the house and they are a good, healthy reward for in-between meals and perfect for dog training. Beautifully packaged, the dog cookies also make a great gift or a small souvenir for other dog owners.

The ingredients for the dog biscuits – Quark sticks:

  • 100 g fine oat flakes
  • 100 g wholemeal spelt flour
  • 150 g low-fat quark
  • 1 egg
  • 50 g butter

Preparation:

Mix all the ingredients for the dog biscuits well and knead into a smooth dough.
Form the dough into a roll about 2 cm thick and cut about 1 cm thick slices from it. Simply form small rolls from these sections. Place the quark sticks on the baking rack lined with baking paper and bake at 150°. After 20 to 25 minutes, the dog biscuits are properly baked and can be taken out of the oven. Be sure to let the dog treats cool and dry overnight.

The dog biscuits are stored properly in an air-permeable container and will last for at least 4 weeks.

Baking your own dog treats

Since all the ingredients we used for the dog biscuits come from our fridge and are intended for human consumption, we can also eat the dog biscuits ourselves. But without spices, they are rather tasteless for human taste.

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Dog cookies that are also very tasty for cats

Sep 13, 2024 | Cats, Dogs, General, Recipes

Ingredients:

  • 200 g wholemeal spelt flour
  • 50 g soft rolled oats
  • 40 g grated cheese, e.g. Pecorino or Parmesan
  • 50 g butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 eggs

 

Preparation:

Mix the flour with the rolled oats and cheese. Mix the butter with the olive oil and eggs until creamy and then knead in the flour mixture until you have a smooth dough that is easy to roll out. Cut out shapes from the dough or simply cut diamonds. The pieces should be quite small for the cat, as the cookie is difficult to break into small pieces when baked. Bake in the oven at 180° for about 20 to 30 minutes.

  • Leave the cookies to dry out well overnight and then store in a tin in a dry place.
  • The recipe makes approx. 350 g of cookies.
  • The cookies will keep for at least 8 weeks.

PS: The recipe is originally for dogs. Our cat Gisela reacted very passionately to the cookies and now always gets her own portion baked.

Home-baked dog biscuit with quark and egg

Feb 29, 2024 | Dogs, General, Recipes

Today I felt like baking some dog treats again. Our 2-legged family members are not always convinced of my baking skills. But the dog is happy about a homemade dog biscuit. Quark, egg, oat flakes, spelled flour and peanut oil are always in the house for today’s recipe. Instead of peanut oil you can also use pumpkin or olive oil. Sunflower oil is not good for dogs. The better the quality of the ingredients, the better for your pet.

This recipe can also be downloaded at the bottom of the page.

 

Every dog loves homemade dog biscuits.

 

Ingredients:

  • 150 g Quark
    Quark is a great addition to the dog’s diet. Quark is rich in proteins that dogs can process well and digest easily. The lactose content is quite low, but it contains lactic acid bacteria but hardly any milk sugar. Most dogs tolerate quark very well. If your four-legged friend tends to be overweight, choose the lean version so that the dog biscuit won’t hit your hips.
  • 1 Egg
    Eggs provide the dog with important nutrients. They are rich in protein and fat and are characterized by a high proportion of essential fat and amino acids. Amino acids can support the dog’s metabolism, promote the regeneration of muscle tissue and stimulate cell formation. The fatty acids it contains give the fur a healthy shine. The cholesterol and lecithin contained in the egg yolk are required for cell formation. Chicken eggs should only be served to the dog boiled or, as in this case, baked in dog biscuits.
  • 200 g Wholemeal spelt flour
    Spelled consists predominantly of carbohydrates in the form of starch. It has a high proportion of protein and a lot of B vitamins. Potassium and magnesium are also included, as are the trace elements iron and phosphorus. Because it has a high level of resistance, it can be grown with almost no pesticides and insecticides and is therefore contaminated with few environmental toxins.
  • 100 g Oat Flakes
    Oats are particularly easy to digest and digestible. The special fiber stimulates intestinal activity with sufficient fluid intake. Compared to other common grains, oats have the highest content of potassium and magnesium, B group vitamins, iron, manganese, phosphorus, zinc and copper. It also contains protein that is easy for your dog to digest.
  • 50 ml Sesame Oil
    With all oils, you should ensure that they are cold pressed and not refined. Of course, organic products are better suited to supplement your diet. Sesame oil is not always on the radar for dog nutrition. It is very well tolerated because it is a vegetable oil. It has a positive effect on blood lipid levels. It has a high Omega 6 content, so it should only be used sparingly. If you don’t have sesame oil in the house, replace it with olive, pumpkin, rapeseed or linseed oil.

 

Preparation:

  1. Work all the ingredients into a smooth dough.
  2. Separate a small part of the dough and shape into a roll.
  3. Cut off small slices and place on a baking tray.
  4. Bake at 180°C for approx. 20 mins.

 

Important: The biscuits must be stored in an airy place so that they don’t go mouldy!

The finished dog biscuits

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Dog biscuits with pumpkin

Feb 27, 2024 | Dogs, General, Recipes

There is a smell of autumn in the air, which also makes our dogs crave seasonal treats. This recipe for dog biscuits with pumpkin gets our favorites in the culinary mood for autumn. And let’s look forward to the Christmas baking season.

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Dogs are always particularly happy about dog biscuits with chia and apple because they are healthy and taste delicious.

Ingredients for the pumpkin dog biscuits:

 

200 g wholemeal spelled flour
I prefer to use spelled flour for my dog biscuits. I always have this in the house and it consists mostly of carbohydrates in the form of starch. In addition to its high protein content, it also contains a lot of B vitamins, potassium, magnesium and the trace elements iron and phosphorus. Spelled is also quite robust and is grown with almost no pesticides and insecticides.

200g pumpkin
For my pumpkin dog biscuits I use a Hokaido. It is rich in nutrients and fiber, contains large amounts of vitamins A, C, E, magnesium, potassium and zinc. Pumpkin is a good ingredient for dog biscuits and, raw or steamed, is a healthy snack for in between meals. Under certain circumstances, pumpkin may contain cucurbitacins. These are poisonous to dogs. These bitter substances occur in ornamental gourds and home-grown pumpkins. You can easily test whether pumpkin vegetables contain the bitter substance cucurbitacin: try a small piece of pumpkin. If it is unusually bitter, it is unsuitable for human and animal consumption. Humans react to cucurbitacins with vomiting and diarrhea, as do dogs. It is therefore advisable to decorate decorative pumpkins out of the reach of dogs. If your dog has bitten into an ornamental pumpkin, please consult a veterinarian immediately if the four-legged friend reacts abnormally.

2 organic eggs
Eggs are rich in vitamins, trace elements and unsaturated fatty acids and provide the dog with important nutrients. The high proportion of essential fat and amino acids can support the fur nose’s metabolism, and eggs are also rich in protein and fat. Amino acids stimulate cell formation and can support the animal’s metabolism. The fatty acids ensure a healthy shine in the fur and the cholesterol and lecithin contained in the yolk are required for cell formation. If the eggs are boiled or, as in this case, baked, there is no risk of transmitting salmonella.

1/2 teaspoon turmeric
The oriental spice gives our treats that certain something. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibiotic and pain-relieving effects in humans and animals. Turmeric is a true miracle cure.

 

 

Preparation:

  1. Wash the pumpkin thoroughly, cut it into small pieces, remove the seeds and steam it in a little water until soft.
  2. Knead with the flour, eggs and turmeric to form a malleable dough.
  3. Roll out the dough and cut out small cookies. Or
    Cut off small slices and spread them on a baking tray.
  4. Bake at 180°C for about 20 minutes

Important:
Be sure to store the dog biscuits with pumpkin in an air-permeable container or bag so that they do not get moldy!

 

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