• 1 cup pure pumpkin purée (unsweetened)

• ½ cup plain unsweetened yogurt

• ¼ cup melted coconut oil

• 2½ cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour)

• 1 egg

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

2. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin purée, yogurt, coconut oil, and egg until smooth.

3. Gradually add flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.

4. Roll dough to about ¼-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.

5. Cut into shapes using cookie cutters.

6. Place treats on prepared baking sheet.

7. Bake for 25 minutes or until firm.

8. Cool completely before serving.

Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

• Small dogs: 1 treat per day

• Medium dogs: 1–2 treats per day

• Large dogs: 2–3 treats per day

Always adjust based on your dog’s size and dietary needs.

The first time I pulled these treats out of the oven, my dog sat perfectly still in front of the kitchen like a statue, nose twitching with every breath. He followed me from counter to cooling rack, tail wagging so hard his whole body wiggled. When I finally gave him one, he carried it to his bed like it was treasure, gently sniffed it, then devoured it in seconds. Now every time I grab the pumpkin can, he magically appears beside me, convinced it’s treat day. Watching his excitement makes baking these even sweeter.