• 1 cup natural peanut butter (unsalted and xylitol-free)

• 2 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour for sensitive stomachs)

• 1 large egg

• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

• ¼ cup finely grated carrot

• 2–4 tablespoons water (as needed for dough)

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix the wet ingredients in a bowl: peanut butter, egg, applesauce, honey, and grated carrot until smooth.

3. Add the flour gradually and mix until a dough forms.

4. Adjust the texture by adding water a tablespoon at a time if the dough feels too dry.

5. Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ½ cm thickness.

6. Cut bone shapes using a cookie cutter.

7. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes until firm and lightly golden.

8. Cool completely before serving to your dog.

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

• Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks for longer freshness.

• Freeze in a sealed container or bag for up to 3 months. Simply thaw before serving.

• Small dogs: ½ cookie per serving

• Medium dogs: 1 cookie

• Large dogs: 1–2 cookies

• Extra large dogs: up to 3 cookies occasionally

Always serve treats in moderation alongside your dog’s regular balanced diet.

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