| Baking dog treat recipes is fun and the look on your | | | | Plus, one of the benefits of baking your own dog |
| dog's face is so wonderful when he realizes you've | | | | treats is so you have control over what you put in |
| baked for him. There are tons of dog treat | | | | them. You have so much more control over your |
| cookbooks and recipes online these days. But all dog | | | | pet's health by baking for him you might has well |
| treat recipes aren't created equal. | | | | take full advantage. |
| Just like human recipes some for dog treats are | | | | What are some healthy ingredients to add into your |
| healthy and others aren't so healthy but some of | | | | dog's treats? How about shredded carrots, bran, and |
| them can be downright harmful! | | | | flaxseeds? Flaxseeds are such important sources of |
| When you're looking at treat recipes, avoid ones that | | | | Omega 3 fatty acids which can help clear up any skin |
| include old fashioned heart stoppers like lard or tons | | | | conditions your dog may have or just help your pet |
| of bacon grease. | | | | have a healthier coat and nervous system that some |
| Likewise, avoid a lot of added salt or treats that | | | | veterinarians suggest a tsp. a day of flaxseeds. |
| include a lot of cornmeal. Dogs are developing allergies | | | | If you think these sound too healthy to be "treats" |
| at a high rate and many of these allergies stem from | | | | think about this. Your pet has probably subsisted on |
| overeating of corn products. See, a lot of cheaper | | | | kibble and maybe canned food his entire life. If he's |
| dog foods use corn products as a filler so if your dog | | | | never had a fresh baked treat before, a healthy |
| has been eating tons of corn in his food and now in | | | | goodie will taste just as good as one loaded with fat |
| his treats, he can develop an allergic reaction. | | | | and calories. |
| Dog allergies can show up as tons of itching and | | | | Natural applesauce, canned pumpkin and other good |
| scratching and even sores on the skin. Your dog will | | | | foods are loaded with vitamins and your dog will love |
| probably be lethargic and won't feel well. | | | | treats made with these goodies. |