Canine Confections: Homemade Pet Treats Save Dollars
April 18, 2011 – 11:00 pm by MarinaHanes
Even if you’re not the best cook in the kitchen when it comes to people food, don’t be shy to give homemade dog treats a try. At least dogs won’t complain if the cookies get burned or your recipe is a big flop!
Making your own pet treats at home is a great way to save money, and for many recipes, you can simply use the ingredients you already have in your cupboards. Why shop the high priced pet stores when you can employ homemade solutions?
Dog and cat treats in the stores come with packaging and are also made with some unhealthy ingredients. Keep your pet’s diet more natural based and cut out those processed ingredients.
Although those iced dog cookies at the pet store look appetizing, how nutritious and healthy are they? Making treats at home gives you control over the ingredients, and your dog probably wouldn’t mind if you lack creativity as long as they come out tasty.
Mix oats and molasses together for a yummy horse snack. Or, create a protein rich treat using peanut butter for your dogs. Even vegetables like carrots and fruits like apples can be used as treats. There are many cookbooks out there specifically for making pet treats, so you can indulge your horse, dog, cat, etc. to the best.
