DIY Apple Pumpkin Pie Chew Sticks | Thanksgiving Dog Treat Recipes (2024)

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How do you make homemade dog chews long lasting? ›

A Homemade Longer Lasting Dog Chew for Teething Relief

Soak the towel in water or in a mix of water and salt-free bouillon. Wring out the towel thoroughly and twist it into a long sausage shape. Put it in the freezer until frozen. Give it to the puppy and let him chew!

Directions in a nutshell: Combine mint, parsley, charcoal, diatomaceous earth, brewers yeast, gelatin and egg in a food processor until smooth. Add in coconut oil, ghee, bone broth and chlorophyll. Add flour until the mixture becomes a dough.

Airtight containers are ideal for storing homemade dog treats. But, as above, make sure your dog treats are completely dry. Expel as much air as possible from the likes of ziplock bags and other deflatable storage containers as air equals moisture which in turn equals mould.

A highly concentrated combination of vinegar and water – 1 part vinegar to 5 parts water – is effective enough to discourage dogs. Vinegar's sour taste can also prevent your pooch from chewing. Always use clear vinegar such as white vinegar. Apple cider vinegar that is mildly colored is also a good option.

Whether you use lemon juice or apple cider vinegar is up to you, lemon juice smells nicer around the home but apple cider vinegar can sometimes be more effective. The bitterness from either should deter your puppy or dog from wanting to chew anything that's been sprayed. 3.

When it comes to safe, long-lasting bones for dogs, an array of options exists. Yak chews and elk antler chews, alongside raw bones, bully sticks, and Nylabones, offer different benefits and suit various chewing styles. When selecting chews, consider your dog's preferences, size, and chewing habits.

Many ingredients of our organic dog treats have great nutritional profiles, and some can also help to preserve food. Examples of the natural preservatives that we include in our recipes are ginger, lemon, cinnamon, apple cider vinegar, oregano, and star anise.

Certain dental treats also contain artificial paletents, colours and flavours. Preservatives like ethoxyquin, BHA, TBHQ and BHT can also be potential health hazards. Ethoxyquin is a compound that may potentially cause liver and kidney damage, while BHA and BHT have been recognized as carcinogens by the FDA.

Coconut oil is generally safe for dogs to eat in small amounts or have applied to their skin or fur. When it comes to selecting a brand, virgin coconut oil is best, as most of coconut oil's benefits have been observed with this type.

What does pumpkin pie filling do to dogs? ›

Dogs shouldn't eat pumpkin pie, given that this delicious fall staple contains unsafe ingredients. Along with the spices, the filling contains sugar and condensed milk, which can cause stomach upset. In small amounts, pie crusts won't harm your dog, but sugar and butter aren't good for them.

Chew toys are a great way to help your dog beat boredom and keep her teeth clean. But, the wrong chew toys can cause more harm than good. We often treat dogs with broken teeth, oral injuries, and enamel damage caused by chewing on inappropriate items.