Delicious fall-inspired treats are just one of the many reasons that autumn is one of my favorite times of the year, but these comforting snacks aren’t exclusive to humans. Here are some fun and easy fall treats for dogs that you can make right at home and share with your furry best friend. 

How to Make Any Treat Delicious AND Nutritious 

Whether you’re making fall treats for dogs, a lick mat recipe, or homemade pet food, selecting the right ingredients for their overall health and well-being is of the utmost importance. That’s why I suggest adding a pet supplement to your dog treat recipes. 

You can choose a supplement formulated to target specific health issues or one that simply gives your pet’s body the essential vitamins and minerals they need to stay healthy. If you’re not sure, talk with your veterinarian about which pet supplements would be best based on your dog’s current health profile. 

Here are just a few suggestions from Fera Pet Organics to help you get started: 

• Pumpkin Plus Fiber Support: This fall staple isn’t just for lattes. Pumpkin is a superfood for pets and chock-full of fiber, Vitamin A, iron, folate, and more. Just sprinkle a scoop of this powdered supplement into your recipe to give your dog all the incredible health benefits of the treasured gourd. 
• Multivitamin Goat Milk Topper: Our goat milk meal toppers are an excellent choice to add an extra special surprise to your dog’s treat recipe. With creamy goat milk as the #1 ingredient, your pets will enjoy the irresistible flavor combined with essential vitamins and minerals plus probiotics. Don’t forget to check out more of our goat milk topper formulas here. 
• USDA Organic Mushroom Blend for Immune Support: This finely blended powder is crafted from 10 of the highest quality, immune-boosting mushrooms, making for a nutritious addition to your dog’s fall-themed snacks. We choose organic mushrooms derived from 100% fruiting bodies which contain the highest levels of Beta-glucans, the active polysaccharides that support a healthy immune system.

6 of the Best Homemade Fall Treats for Dogs 

1. Pumpkin Dog Biscuits 

Ingredients 

• 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (make sure it's pure pumpkin and NOT pumpkin pie filling)
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (make sure it doesn't contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, mix the pumpkin, eggs, and peanut butter until well combined.
• Gradually add the whole wheat flour and cinnamon to the wet ingredients and mix until you have a firm dough.
• Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and use cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
• Place the shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
• Allow the treats to cool before serving them to your dog.

2. Apple and Oat Cookies 

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup apples (peeled, cored, and finely chopped)
• 1 egg

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Mix the rolled oats, applesauce, chopped apples, and egg in a bowl until well combined.
• Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the treats are firm and lightly browned.
• Be sure to let them cool completely before serving them to your dog.

3. Sweet Potato Dog Chews 

Ingredients 

• 2 sweet potatoes 

Instructions 

• Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
• Wash and peel the sweet potatoes.
• Slice them into thin rounds or strips, about 1/4-inch thick.
• Place the sweet potato slices on a baking sheet.
• Bake for 2-3 hours, turning them halfway through, until they are dried and crispy.
• Allow the chews to cool completely before giving them to your dog. These make great, long-lasting chew treats.

4. Carrot and Peanut Butter Snacks 

Ingredients 

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (without xylitol)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 egg

Instructions 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, mix the grated carrots, peanut butter, applesauce, and egg until well combined.
• Gradually add the whole wheat flour and mix until you have a dough.
• Roll out the dough and cut it into shapes using cookie cutters.
• Place the shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until they are firm.
• Allow the treats to cool before serving.

5. Cranberry and Turkey Dog Treats 

Ingredients 

• 1 cup cooked turkey, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries (make sure they are unsweetened and without added sugars)
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Instructions 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped turkey, dried cranberries, whole wheat flour, egg, and chicken broth to form a dough.
• Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut it into desired shapes.
• Place the shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes until they are lightly browned.
• Let the treats cool before offering them to your pup.

6. Peanut Butter and Banana Bites 

Ingredients 

• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (no xylitol)
• 1 cup oat flour (blend rolled oats into a fine powder)

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, combine the mashed banana, peanut butter, and oat flour until you have a dough.
• Roll the dough into small bite-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Flatten each ball with a fork or your fingers.
• Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until they are slightly golden.
• Allow the bites to cool before giving them to your dog.

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