This summer season, bring out the mini hot dog delights for your canine companion and give them a reason to wag their tails in joy! The Fourth of July calls for a festive backyard BBQ, and your pet deserves to join in the celebration with their own special version of hot dog treats.
Imagine the joy of including your four-legged “hot dog” in the Independence Day revelry with a batch of homemade dog-friendly biscuits that match the theme. These charming hot dog-shaped biscuits are not only adorable but also tasty, making your pup feel like the star of the show. Prepare to see them strut with pride, and be ready for other neighborhood pups to catch wind of your delicious doggie delicacies.
For a doggone good barbecue that will have tails wagging in anticipation, gather your baking essentials and fire up the oven.
Before introducing these treats to your dog’s diet, it’s important to consult with your veterinarian, especially if you’re considering adding new food items. This ensures that your pup’s treats are not only festive but also safe and suitable for their dietary needs.
Ingredients
Blue Dog Bakery Beef Deli Sticks
Kong Stuff’n Easy Treat Bacon & Cheese Recipe
2 teaspoons powdered Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup of flour
1/4 cup of water
2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (make sure it does not contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs)
Supplies
Mixing bowl
Mixing spoon or spatula
Knife
Non-stick pan
Instructions
1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.Mix 1/2 cup of flour and all of the Parmesan cheese together in a bowl.
3.Add in peanut butter and water.
4.Mix with a spoon until the mixture thickens. Once it becomes too thick to mix, massage the mixture with your hands until a consistent dough forms.
5.Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of flour onto your workstation.
6.Roll the dough until it makes a long, cylindrical shape about 1 inch thick.
7.Cut the dough into 3-inch pieces.
8.Take one of your 3-inch pieces and make a crease down the middle lengthwise (so it forms a hot dog bun shape).
9.Repeat for the other five dough pieces.
10.Place the “buns” on a non-stick sheet pan.
11.Put the treats in the oven for 7-10 minutes, or until hard.
12.While your treats are cooking, tear the Blue Dog link treats into 3-inch pieces.
13.Once the treats have cooled off (about 10 minutes out of the oven), place the cut links into each “bun.”
14.Spray the KONG treat in a squiggly line on top of each link.
15.Give to your pup to enjoy!
This recipe was reviewed by a veterinarian. It is intended as a treat or snack.
Treats should only constitute a small percentage of your pet’s daily food. Treats should not make up more than 10 percent of your pet’s diet (and if your pet is overweight, it should be even less than that). For example, if your pet needs 200 calories per day, they should have no more than 20 calories from treats, with the rest of the calories from their usual dog food.
Feeding too many treats can lead to nutrient deficiencies.
If your pet has health issues (including sensitivities to fats or food allergies) or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering any new treats.
