Healthy Dog Treats For Gut Health
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These Healthy Dog Treats For Gut Health are simple, wholesome, and made with ingredients that support digestion while giving your pup a crunchy reward. With just a few pantry staples and minimal prep, you can bake nutritious bone-shaped treats your dog will love while supporting their tummy health.
10 minutes
25 minutes
Easy
18 Dog Treats
Ingredients
1 cup plain pumpkin purée (unsweetened)
1/4 cup plain unsweetened yogurt (with live cultures)
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
1/2 cup oat flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger (optional, supports digestion)
1 egg
How To Make
Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin purée, yogurt, egg, and coconut oil. Mix until smooth.
Stir in ground flaxseed and ginger.
Gradually add oat flour and whole wheat flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough to about ¼ inch thickness.
Use a bone-shaped cookie cutter to cut the treats.
Place treats on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
Allow treats to cool completely before giving them to your dog.
How To Store
Store cooled treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
For longer storage, place them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Thaw frozen treats in the refrigerator or serve slightly chilled.
Serving Sizes
Small dogs: 1 treat per day
Medium dogs: 1–2 treats per day
Large dogs: 2–3 treats per day
Always introduce new treats gradually and ensure fresh water is available.
Summary
Making homemade dog treats is one of those small joys that feels extra meaningful. These gut-friendly treats combine pumpkin, yogurt, and flaxseed—ingredients known for supporting healthy digestion—into crunchy little rewards that dogs get excited about. The recipe is straightforward and forgiving, perfect for anyone who wants to skip overly processed store-bought snacks and bake something wholesome instead. Watching a dog eagerly wait by the oven while these treats bake is part of the charm. It’s a simple way to show care through food, knowing exactly what goes into every bite. Homemade treats like these bring a warm sense of satisfaction, turning an ordinary afternoon into a moment of connection between a person and the furry companion who happily tastes the results.
