Pumpkin Oat Dog Treats
These homemade Pumpkin Oat Dog Treats are a healthy and delicious way to spoil your pup! Made with just four simple, wholesome ingredients, they’re easy to whip up and packed with nutrients. Pumpkin is great for digestion, oats provide fiber, peanut butter adds protein, and egg helps bind everything together.
My dogs enjoyed these more than I anticipated which was a happy surprise! This was such a quick and easy recipe to make, it’s firmly on my regular treat to make list.
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Benefits of Pumpkin For Dogs
Use plain, unsweetened pumpkin purée, not pie filling! 🎃🐶
- Aids Digestion – High in fiber, helps with both diarrhea and constipation.
- Supports Weight Management – Low in calories, keeps dogs full longer.
- Rich in Nutrients – Packed with Vitamin A, C, potassium and beta-carotene for immune and skin health.
- Promotes a Healthy Coat – Antioxidants and fatty acids improve skin and fur.
- Natural Dewormer – Pumpkin seeds help eliminate intestinal parasites.
- Gentle on Stomachs – Easily digestible, great for sensitive dogs.
Ingredients
Just 4 ingredients make these tasty dog treats.
- Pumpkin Purée – A great source of fiber, vitamins A & C and beta-carotene. Helps with digestion and supports a shiny coat.
- Oat Flour – A gluten-free, easy-to-digest flour that provides fiber and essential nutrients. You can make your own by blending rolled oats into a fine powder. This can be substituted with other dog friendly flour.
- Natural Peanut Butter – Adds protein and healthy fats. Be sure to use natural, xylitol-free peanut butter, as xylitol is toxic to dogs.
- Egg – Acts as a natural binder and provides protein for strong muscles and a healthy coat.
How To Make Pumpkin Oat Dog Treats
We roll the dough into balls, but you could roll it out and cut out shapes with a small cookie cutter to bake dog biscuits.
Mix pumpkin, peanut butter and egg.
Stir in the oat flour.
Form into a dough.
Roll the dough into balls, place on a tray and bake.
Recipe Tips
- Make Your Own Oat Flour – Simply blend rolled oats in a food processor until fine and powdery.
- Customize Shapes & Sizes – Adjust the treat size based on your dog’s preference. Smaller treats work well for training.
- Crunchier Texture – For extra crunch, turn off the oven after baking and let the treats sit inside as it cools.
Storage & Shelf Life
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.
How To Freeze the Treats
- Cool Completely – Allow the treats to cool fully after baking to prevent moisture buildup.
- Use an Airtight Container – Store in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Separate Layers – If stacking, place parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
More Pumpkin Dog Treats
Use that canned pumpkin puree to make these other homemade dog treats:
Pumpkin Oat Dog Treats
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, peanut butter and egg and mix well.
- Add the oat flour to the bowl and stir until a thick dough forms. If it's too sticky, add a little more oat flour; if too dry, add a teaspoon of water.
- Use a cookie scoop to make even shaped balls and place them onto the prepared baking tray.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
Notes
Nutrition
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