• 1 cup pumpkin puree (plain, unsweetened)

• ½ cup natural peanut butter (xylitol-free)

• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

• 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour

• 1 egg

• Optional: 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional but dog-safe in small amounts)

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

2. Mix the wet ingredients. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, peanut butter, applesauce, and egg. Stir until smooth.

3. Add the flour. Gradually mix in the whole wheat flour until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels sticky, add a little extra flour.

4. Roll out the dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to about ½ cm thickness.

5. Cut into shapes. Use a bone-shaped cookie cutter or any shape you like.

6. Place on baking sheet with small spaces between the treats.

7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until the treats are firm and lightly golden.

8. Cool completely before giving them to your dog.

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

• Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks.

• Freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.

• Always allow frozen treats to thaw before serving.

• Small dogs (under 10 kg): 1 small treat per day

• Medium dogs (10–25 kg): 1–2 treats per day

• Large dogs (25 kg+): 2–3 treats per day

• Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories

There’s something special about baking homemade treats for a loyal companion. These pumpkin peanut butter and applesauce dog treats are simple to make and filled with wholesome ingredients many pet owners already have in the kitchen. The dough comes together quickly, rolls out easily, and bakes into adorable bone-shaped snacks that look as good as they smell. Homemade treats also allow dog owners to know exactly what their pets are eating—no unnecessary additives or mystery ingredients. The gentle sweetness of applesauce and pumpkin pairs perfectly with peanut butter, creating a flavor dogs find irresistible. Baking a batch of these treats is a small but meaningful way to show love and care to a furry friend.