When most people picture a dog treat, this is probably what comes to mind, a classic bone shaped biscuit, crunchy all the way through, made with simple ingredients like peanut butter and a splash of milk. This recipe skips the fruit and vegetable mix ins found in a lot of my other treats and goes…
Carrot chips have become one of my favorite low effort treats, mostly because there’s no dough to mix or shape, just thin slices of carrot baked until crisp. They’re light, crunchy, and about as simple as a homemade treat gets, which makes them a good option for anyone just starting to experiment with baking for…
Apple crisp has always been one of my favorite fall desserts, mostly for that crunchy, oat studded topping, so I wanted to capture that same texture in a treat my dog could enjoy. These apple crisp crackers roll out thin and bake up crisp, with rolled oats and grated apple giving them that classic crisp…
Pumpkin isn’t just a dog treat staple, it turns out cats can enjoy a small amount too, and this simple recipe combines it with plain chicken to create a treat that’s both easy on digestion and appealing enough for even a picky cat. The pumpkin adds a bit of fiber and a mild, slightly sweet…
There’s a reason classic brown gravy has such a deep, rich flavor, and it comes down to one simple step most quick gravy recipes skip: browning the flour before adding any liquid. This version borrows that same technique, giving your dog’s gravy a deeper color and a rounder, toastier flavor than a basic broth based…
Every celebration deserves a little decoration, and this dog safe sprinkle frosting makes it easy to dress up a plain biscuit, cake, or donut for a birthday, holiday, or any occasion worth celebrating. Instead of powdered sugar and artificial food dye, this version uses a simple cream cheese base topped with crushed freeze dried fruit…
Some days call for a quick biscuit, and other days call for something that keeps a dog occupied for a good long while. Long lasting treats are especially useful for busy afternoons, car rides, or any time you want to give your dog something satisfying to work on rather than something that disappears in a…
Sometimes the simplest recipe is the one that gets made the most, and this basic pumpkin biscuit has become exactly that in my kitchen. With just a handful of ingredients and no mix ins to fuss over, this is the recipe I turn to when I want a reliable, crunchy treat without overthinking anything. Pumpkin…
A cozy cat house does not need to come from a pet store or require expensive materials to become a favorite spot in the house. One of my favorite DIY projects is turning an old TV tray into a simple tepee style cat house that gives a cat a private place to curl up, nap,…
Cats can be a lot pickier than dogs when it comes to treats, so I wanted a recipe simple enough to appeal to even a finicky eater while still being something I felt good about handing over. These treats use plain cooked chicken as the base, which tends to win over even the most skeptical…