• 1 cup fresh cucumber, finely grated

• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped

• 1 cup oat flour

• ½ cup rolled oats

• 1 large egg

• 2 tablespoons plain unsweetened yogurt

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, mix grated cucumber, mint, egg, yogurt, and coconut oil.

3. Stir in oat flour and rolled oats until a soft dough forms.

4. Roll dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into bone shapes.

5. Place on baking sheet and bake for 22–25 minutes until lightly golden.

6. Cool completely before serving.

Store treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months and thaw as needed.

Small dogs: 1–2 treats per day
Medium dogs: 2–3 treats per day
Large dogs: 3–4 treats per day

(Always adjust based on your dog’s size and diet.)

The first time these treats came out of the oven, the soft scent of mint and oats filled the kitchen, and a familiar set of paws quietly appeared beside the counter. A hopeful nose lifted, eyes wide with anticipation. When one small bone-shaped treat finally landed on the floor, it disappeared in a single happy crunch. A second followed, then a third, each met with faster tail wags and eager eyes.

Now, every time cucumbers are grated or mint is chopped, that same expectant face returns, sitting patiently but vibrating with excitement. These treats have become a tiny ritual of love—simple, homemade, and full of care—proving that sometimes the smallest gestures mean the most.