Pumpkin Banana Dog Treats Recipe: A Wholesome Homemade Favorite

Before we dig in, here are some more homemade favorites you might love:

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• Pumpkin Applesauce Dog Treats

Zoro, my loyal sidekick, had always been full of energy but started getting picky with store-bought snacks. I flipped the package one day and couldn’t believe the number of hard-to-pronounce ingredients. That’s when I knew — I needed a cleaner, safer, homemade option.

That first batch of pumpkin banana treats? He devoured them like I’d made steak. Now he knows the rustle of oat bags means treat time is near.

If your dog loves banana too, try these Soft Dog Treats Homemade Banana next!

• 1 ripe banana

• 1/2 cup 100% pumpkin puree (no added sugar/spices)

• 1 1/2 cups oat flour (or finely blended rolled oats)

• Optional: 1 tbsp xylitol-free peanut butter for flavor boost

Prep Time: 10 mins
Bake Time: 20-25 mins at 350°F (175°C)

1. Preheat oven and line a tray with parchment.

2. In a bowl, mash the banana until smooth.

3. Add pumpkin puree and stir until well blended.

4. Slowly mix in oat flour until dough forms.

5. Roll dough out and cut with cookie cutters.

6. Place treats on tray and bake for 20–25 minutes.

7. Let cool completely before serving Zoro.

🎥 Video by @emerypets 

In this video, watch a step-by-step tutorial on how to make Pumpkin Banana Dog Treats Recipe

Unlike many store-bought brands that include artificial preservatives, food coloring, and “meat by-products,” this recipe only contains real, whole ingredients.

Why this matters: Over time, avoiding synthetic additives helps reduce your dog’s risk of food sensitivities, skin conditions, digestive upset, and long-term inflammation — which can lead to a longer, happier life.

✅ Always use xylitol-free peanut butter
✅ Choose organic pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix!)
✅ Store in airtight containers once cooled

🚫 Don’t use aluminum foil when baking (can affect baking temp)
🚫 Don’t overbake — they’ll get too hard for older dogs
🚫 Avoid using spices like nutmeg or cloves (toxic to dogs)

Every time I pull out the cookie cutters, Zoro perks up like a little kitchen sous-chef. He’s not just waiting for a treat — he’s part of the process. Watching him sneak a lick of the bowl, or sit patiently while they cool? It’s the quiet kind of happiness I didn’t know I needed.

And when he finally gets one? That tail wag is worth more than any gourmet store-bought bag.

Monica T. 🐕

“I’ve never seen my rescue eat something so quickly. I also ordered the Ultimate Homemade Dog Treats Cookbook and now we make a new recipe every Sunday. Zoro would approve!”

Jason + Luna 🌾
“We make these weekly and serve them after brushing with our FreshFur Shower Brush . Clean dog, happy belly!”

Taylor W. 🐾
“These helped my senior pup’s tummy issues and now she’s more energetic. Simple ingredients make all the difference!”

• Keep treats in an airtight container for 5–7 days

• Store in fridge up to 10 days

• Freeze for 3 months — defrost for 5 minutes before serving

Serving Hack: Crumble one over kibble or serve as a training reward.

These pumpkin banana treats aren’t just snacks. They’re little moments of care baked into chewy bites. They’re the difference between guessing what’s in your dog’s food... and knowing.

I didn’t just bake treats. I made something that supports Zoro’s health, makes him happy, and gives me peace of mind.

And that’s worth every wag. 🧡

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