Pumpkin Puree Dog Treat Recipes

“It started with one spoon of pumpkin purée... and Ruby’s eyes lit up like it was Christmas.”

Pumpkin purée isn’t just a fall favorite — it’s a gut-soothing, fiber-rich ingredient that’s gentle on your dog’s tummy and loved by pups of all ages.

I discovered this during Ruby’s sensitive stomach phase. She wasn’t keeping her food down, but pumpkin? It was like magic.

That’s when I started making my own pumpkin dog treats . And I never looked back.

1. Pumpkin Applesauce Dog Treats (Soft & Chewy)

This is Ruby’s go-to. The mix of pumpkin, unsweetened applesauce, and oat flour gives it a soft-baked texture she loves to nibble on.

🧾 Ingredients

• ½ cup pumpkin purée

• ½ cup applesauce

• 1 cup oat flour

• 1 egg

• Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon

🧁 Click here for full recipe & step-by-step guide

✨ Best for: Dogs with sensitive stomachs or soft treat lovers

🧠 Bonus Tip: Add blueberries for antioxidants or flaxseed for healthy coat shine.

2. Frozen Pumpkin Yogurt Bites (1-Ingredient)

No oven? No problem. These frozen treats are made from just 100% pumpkin purée or mix with plain Greek yogurt for a creamy twist.

🍦 Grab the frozen pumpkin recipe here

🧊 How to store: Freeze in silicone molds or ice cube trays for up to 2 months

🐾 Ruby’s favorite: Heart-shaped molds. Because, of course 💛

3. Pumpkin Banana Oat Cookies (Crumbly & Crunchy)

If your dog prefers a crunchier snack, this pumpkin–banana combo gives you the texture of a biscuit with all the digestive perks.

🍌 Here’s the full recipe with step-by-step

🔥 Baking Tip: Flatten before baking for more even crispness.

🦴 Perfect for: Bigger breeds or dogs who like longer chewing time.

Looking for more soft options? Try these Oatmeal Applesauce Treats .

Before you buy:

✅ Look for “ 100% Pumpkin Purée ” — no added sugar, salt, or spices
🚫 Avoid “Pumpkin Pie Mix” – it has nutmeg, which is toxic to dogs
📦 Canned is fine — just read the label carefully
🌿 Organic is a bonus, but not a must

Want more ingredient-check tips? See our Dog Treat Ingredient Guide .

🐶 Ruby loves them slightly warm from the fridge. I pop them in the microwave for 5 seconds and it’s treat heaven.

Here’s a guide for freezing dog treats 

You could grab a bag off the shelf. But you won’t get that moment…

When Ruby sniffs the air.
When she follows me into the kitchen, hopeful.

When I kneel, hold out a homemade heart-shaped bite, and she gently takes it like it’s the best thing in the world.

Because to her… it is. 💛

Making treats isn’t just about nutrition.
It’s love you can taste .

• Add peanut butter ? Check these out

• Want a 2-ingredient version? Click here

• Looking for air fryer recipes? Try this

• Prefer something baked in under 15 mins? Try our bacon & cheddar bites

Pumpkin isn’t just a fall flavor — it’s a way to say:

“I see you, Ruby. I made this just for you.”

These treats don’t just fill her belly.
They strengthen our bond. One soft, chewy bite at a time.

So grab that can of pumpkin purée.
Roll up your sleeves.
And let’s bake some tail-wagging love.