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Tuna Cat Treats

These homemade tuna cat treats are simple, savory, and packed with the tuna flavor many cats love. They use a few straightforward ingredients and bake into small, easy to portion treats that work well for training, rewards, or an occasional snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 30 treats
Course: Cats Treats
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 | 5 oz can | tuna in water | Drain well and choose tuna without added seasonings
  • 1 | | egg | Helps bind the ingredients together
  • 3/4 | cup | oat flour | I use finely ground oats to create a simple treat dough
  • 2 | tablespoons | water | Add gradually if the dough needs extra moisture

Equipment

  • 1 | Mixing bowl | For combining the ingredients1 | Fork | For flaking the tuna and mixing the ingredients1 | Baking sheet | For baking the treats1 | Parchment paper | Helps prevent the treats from sticking1 | Rolling pin | For flattening the dough1 | Small cookie cutter | I use a small cutter to make bite sized treats

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drain the tuna thoroughly. Use a fork to break it into small pieces, checking that there are no large chunks remaining.
  3. Add the tuna and egg to a mixing bowl. Stir until they are well combined.
  4. Add the oat flour and mix until a soft dough forms. If the mixture feels too dry, add the water a little at a time.
  5. Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper and gently roll it out to about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. Use a small cookie cutter to cut the dough into bite sized treats. Gather the scraps, roll them again, and continue cutting until all the dough is used.
  7. Arrange the treats on the prepared baking sheet with a little space between each one.
  8. Bake for approximately 10 to 12 minutes, or until the treats are firm and lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow the treats to cool completely before serving.
  10. Start with a small portion when introducing the treats and keep fresh drinking water available.
Recipe Notes
  1. Storage: Store completely cooled treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer safe container.
  2. Tuna Tip: Use tuna packed in water rather than tuna prepared with oil, sauces, spices, or seasonings. Drain it well before mixing.
  3. Serving: These are treats, not a replacement for a complete and balanced cat food. Keep portions small and occasional.
  4. Common Mistake to Avoid: Do not add garlic, onion, salt, spices, or seasoning blends to homemade cat treats.
  5. Texture Tip: For smaller cats, cut the treats into tiny pieces before baking. This also makes it easier to use them as occasional training rewards.