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4 Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats: Delicious & Healthy Recipes

4 Easy Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipes Your Pup Will Love

Anastasiia Petrovska

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Anastasiia Petrovska
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Shannon Kenny

Fall is also known as pumpkin season. It’s not just people; dogs also enjoy the taste of pumpkin. And even more, this fruit (yes, pumpkin is a fruit) is known to help with digestive issues, as it’s rich in fiber. You can give them a spoonful, depending on your dog’s size. However, we suggest you try easy DIY dog treats with pumpkin instead of plain pumpkin. Follow our step-by-step guide for quick and healthy pumpkin recipes for dogs!

Top pumpkin dog treats recipes

  1. Pumpkin peanut butter biscuits
  2. Frozen pumpkin yogurt treats
  3. Pumpkin and oat energy bites
  4. Pumpkin pup latte.

Pumpkin peanut butter biscuits

Fall classics, pumpkin peanut butter biscuits are one of the best pumpkin dog treat recipes. Your companion will love the sweet and tasty combination.

Ingredients:

  • Flour
  • Pumpkin Puree
  • Natural Peanut Butter
  • Oats. 
pumpkin dog treat recipe

Directions:

  1. Mix all the ingredients together to make a dough

  2. Divide the dough into pieces; use a cookie cutter to make your favorite shapes

  3. Put the treats on the parchment paper

  4. Put the sheet pan with the treat inside the oven and bake it for 12 min.

Being fiber-rich and chewy, they provide all the necessary vitamins and aid digestion. These pumpkin peanut butter biscuits are a healthy dog treat and can be a good alternative to your usual store-bought treats.

Frozen pumpkin yogurt treats

If you’ve ever wondered how to make pumpkin dog treats from leftover pumpkin puree, without baking, here’s a must-have recipe. With just two ingredients, any dog parent will be able to create a unique dog treat.

Ingredients:

  • Pumpkin puree
  • Greek yogurt.

No more added sweeteners or weird ingredients. Easy to make, frozen pumpkin yogurt treats may become your favourites regardless of the season.

how to make dog treats with pumpkin

Directions:

  1. Mix pumpkin puree and plain Greek yogurt together

  2. Pour the mixture into toys or cookie cutters

  3. Put it into a freezer for 24 hours.

Both for chewing and for licking, frozen pumpkin yogurt treats are more stimulating for your pup than regular boring treats. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by this delicious yet healthy snack. It’s a perfect treat for scorching days, while also being beneficial for dogs who are teething. Don’t waste the pumpkins – turn them into quick but healthy treats!

Pumpkin and oat energy bites

There aren’t many no-baking recipes for dog treats with pumpkin. Though pumpkin and oat energy bites definitely stand out.

Ingredients:

  • Pumpkin puree
  • Rolled oats
  • A spoon of honey.
homemade dog treats with pumpkin

Directions:

  1. Mix all the ingredients together
  2. Form small bites or use cookie cutters
  3. Put in the fridge for a few days.

These pumpkin and oat energy bites are a go-to treat if you’re looking for something healthy and easy to make. Being rich in vitamins, they provide all the necessary ingredients for healthy skin and coat. In addition to this, they help to maintain proper digestion in dogs. Having natural sweetness due to honey, pet parents can give them both as a reward or a little perk to start the day.

Pumpkin pup latte

A pumpkin pup latte is the highlight of dog treat recipes with pumpkin. A pure fall drink, pumpkin pup lattes bring cozy coffee vibes that you can share with your companion.

Ingredients:

  • Pumpkin puree
  • Plain yogurt
  • Warm water or unsalted broth
  • Dog biscuits or crushed oats (alternatively).
homemade dog food with pumpkin

Directions:

  1. Take a few spoonfuls of pumpkin puree

  2. Mix it with some warm water or unsalted broth

  3. Top it with a spoonful of plain yogurt

  4. Add crushed oats/crushed dog biscuits on top (alternatively).

And voila – you can share a coffee afternoon with your pet! Being a perfect combination for both chilly mornings and evenings, the pumpkin pup latte is also quite healthy. It provides relief for the tummy and strengthens immunity due to a vitamin boost. Delicious and healthy, the pumpkin pup latte may become a part of your seasonal ritual with your beloved dog.

Wrap Up

Pumpkin season is the perfect time to have fun with your dog. Some of the homemade pumpkin dog treats that we’ve presented here are not only delicious but also easy to make. They don’t require any extra special ingredients or much preparation time. The mix of cooking methods also means there’s something for every pet parent. They’re also all vitamin-rich and help to enhance your dog’s wellbeing.

Try out these delicious pumpkin treats and have an enjoyable fall time with your dog!