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There’s something magical about fall. The air gets crisp, leaves crunch underfoot, and pumpkin-spice everything fills the shelves. For me, the season wouldn’t be complete without baking (and freezing!) festive treats — not just for myself, but for Bruce, my ever-patient taste tester.
One chilly October morning, I pulled a tray of pumpkin cookies out of the oven and noticed Bruce sitting in the kitchen doorway, tail wagging in slow, steady sweeps. His eyes locked on the golden biscuits cooling on the counter as if to say, “Those better be for me.” That moment sparked the idea for my fall themed dog treats : simple, seasonal, and completely dog-safe.
Now it’s our little tradition — baking and freezing goodies together while the leaves change outside.
Ingredients
1 cup oat flour
½ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
1 egg
1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix pumpkin, egg, and coconut oil in a bowl.
Stir in oat flour until a dough forms.
Roll out and cut into leaf or pumpkin shapes with cookie cutters.
Bake for 18–20 minutes, until firm and golden.
Let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition per biscuit (approx.):
Calories: 32 | Protein: 1.4 g | Fiber: 0.9 g | Fat: 1.2 g
Ingredients
½ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened, xylitol-free)
½ small apple, finely diced or pureed
2 tbsp water or bone broth (optional)
Instructions
Mix pumpkin, yogurt, and apple in a bowl.
Add water/broth for smoother texture.
Spoon mixture into festive silicone molds (pumpkins, ghosts, leaves).
Freeze for at least 4 hours.
Pop out and serve straight from freezer.
Nutrition per bite (approx.):
Calories: 18 | Protein: 1.2 g | Fiber: 0.6 g | Fat: 0.4 g
| Ingredient | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Pumpkin | Fiber-rich, helps digestion |
| Oats | Gentle on tummies, steady energy |
| Egg | High-quality protein |
| Coconut oil | Healthy fats for coat & skin |
| Yogurt | Probiotics for gut health |
| Apple | Vitamins A & C, natural sweetness |
Too hard? Bake biscuits a few minutes less for softer bites.
Frozen treats too solid? Let them sit 2–3 minutes at room temperature before serving.
Crumbly dough? Add a teaspoon of water or extra pumpkin.
Dog sensitive to dairy? Swap yogurt for coconut milk or banana.
Swap pumpkin for mashed sweet potato .
Add a pinch of cinnamon (dog-safe in small amounts) for extra fall flavor.
Use paw-print, ghost, or bat-shaped molds for Halloween flair.
Mix in blueberries or carrots for extra color and nutrients.
Baked biscuits: Store in airtight container, 3–4 days at room temp, up to 1 week in fridge.
Frozen bites: Keep in freezer up to 2 months.
Bruce has a funny way of knowing exactly when I’m baking something for him. The moment I pull out the pumpkin puree, he pads into the kitchen, ears perked, tail thumping like a drum. He sits just close enough to supervise — never begging, just watching every move with hopeful eyes.
When the biscuits cool or the frozen treats pop free from the molds, we share the moment together: me with a cup of warm tea, him with a crunchy or icy seasonal snack. It’s become our own little fall ritual.
Making fall themed dog treats is more than just a seasonal activity — it’s a way to celebrate the cozy, colorful months with the ones we love most. With both baked and frozen options, you can keep your pup happy whether the day calls for something crunchy or cool.
Watching Bruce crunch on a pumpkin biscuit while golden leaves swirl outside the window? That’s the kind of memory I want to hold onto every fall.
So grab your mixing bowl, pick a recipe, and let your kitchen fill with the warm (or frosty!) magic of the season.
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