Pet treats for the holidays

Pet treats for the holidays

By Susan Porter Dunkley, Peterborough’s Well Known Pet Lover

PEANUT BUTTER DOG TREATS

2/3 cup pumpkin puree

1/4 cup peanut butter

2 large eggs

3 cups whole wheat flour

- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

- Beat pumpkin puree, peanut butter and eggs on medium-high until well combined, about 1-2 minutes. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups flour at low speed, beating just until incorporated. Add an additional 1/4 cup flour at a time just until the dough is no longer sticky.

- Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes and place onto the prepared baking sheet. - Place into oven and bake until the edges are golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. Let cool completely.

YUMMY CAT TREATS

10 oz canned salmon undrained

1 egg beaten

2 cups whole wheat flour

- Heat oven to 350°. Pulse 10 oz canned salmon (undrained) in a food processor to chop as finely as possible.

- Combine salmon, 1 egg (beaten) and 2 cups whole wheat flour until dough forms. If dough is too dry, add up to 1/3 cup water. If dough is too wet or sticky, add a bit more flour. Dough should be tacky but not sticky.

- Roll out dough on a floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Use a 3/4-inch cookie cutter in the shape of your choice to create your treats.

- Place treats on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350° for about 20 minutes. When they’re slightly browned and crunchy, they’re done.

- Allow to cool before serving.

- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Y

our Pets will thoroughly enjoy the holiday season!