Homemade Chicken Liver Cat Treats
Treat your feline friend to something special with these irresistible homemade chicken liver cat treats! Packed with protein and natural flavors cats love, these treats are a healthy and simple way to spoil your pet. Made with just four wholesome ingredients, they’re free of artificial additives and perfectly tailored to satisfy your cat’s cravings.
The smell of these chicken liver treats had my dogs setting up camp in the kitchen with hope in their eyes!
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Is Chicken Liver Safe For Cats?
Yes, chicken liver is safe for cats when fed in moderation and prepared properly. In fact, it’s a highly nutritious ingredient for cats, as it is rich in protein, essential amino acids, iron, and vitamins like A, B12, and D. These nutrients support your cat’s overall health, including their vision, immune system, and energy levels.
However, there are some important guidelines to keep in mind:
- Moderation is key: Chicken liver is very high in vitamin A, and excessive consumption can lead to vitamin A toxicity over time. Treats made with chicken liver should only make up a small portion of your cat’s diet (about 5-10% of their total intake).
- Cook it properly: Raw liver can carry harmful bacteria, so it’s best to cook the chicken liver thoroughly before using it in recipes or feeding it to your cat.
- Avoid seasoning: Cats should only eat plain, unseasoned chicken liver. Spices, salt or other additives can be harmful to them.
When given in appropriate amounts, chicken liver is a safe, tasty, and healthy addition to your cat’s treat routine!
Ingredients
Just 4 ingredients make these easy homemade cat treat.
- Chicken livers provide a protein-rich, nutrient-packed base that’s full of flavor.
- Catnip adds a dash of excitement, enticing your cat with its naturally appealing aroma.
- Oat flour is a gentle, gluten-free binder that ensures a soft, chewy texture that’s easy to nibble. Making your own oat flour is easy as blending oats in a food processor.
- An egg binds everything together while adding a boost of nutrition.
How To Make Chicken Liver Cat Treats
We blend the ingredients, spread the mixture on a tray, bake and cut. Simple and easy!
Place all ingredients in a food processor.
Blend until smooth.
Spread out on a prepared baking tray.
Bake until firm.
Cut into bite sized pieces.
Cool before giving as treats.
Recipe Tips
Bake the treats for about 15–20 minutes, or until they are firm but not overly dry. Softer treats are easier for cats to eat.
If your cat is sensitive to catnip or not a fan, reduce the amount or leave it out entirely. The treats will still be tasty!
Oat Flour can be substituted with other cat friendly flours.
Storage
Store baked treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, freeze them in batches and thaw small amounts as needed. Frozen treats can last up to 3 months.
Treat Serving Size
The number of servings from this recipe depends on the size of the treats you make. Typically, if you shape the dough into small, bite-sized pieces suitable for cats (about ½-inch squares), this recipe should yield 25–30 treats.
For serving size:
- Most cats can have 1–2 small treats per day, depending on their size, weight, and overall diet. Treats should make up no more than 10% of their daily caloric intake.
So, this recipe could last one cat 1–2 weeks when stored properly, or even longer if you freeze the extra treats!
More Homemade Cat Treat Recipes
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Homemade Chicken Liver Cat Treats
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the chicken livers thoroughly under cold water to remove any residue.
- Place the chicken livers, egg, oat flour and catnip in a food processor. Puree until the mixture is smooth.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth out evenly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the mixture is firm.
- Allow to cool then using a knife or pizza cutter, cut into small bite sized shapes. Cats prefer small, easy-to-chew pieces.
- Store in an air tight container and give as an occasional treat.
Notes
Nutrition
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