In the Kitchen 

When making treats for your pet, always verify that the ingredients are safe for them to enjoy. Diet restrictions or special additives make certain treats not safe for our furry friends to consume. Avoid ingredients that include Birch Sugar or Xylitol. As always, your veterinarian will be the best resource for you and your family! 

Christmas Cookies for Dogs (credit: Zoetis)

• 1 cup frozen cranberries 
• 1/2 cup plain applesauce 
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries 
• 2 cups whole wheat flour (all-purpose white flour may be substituted) 
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 2 eggs
• 2 Tbsp melted Coconut oil 

Instructions: 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 
• Microwave the applesauce and cranberries together until thawed. The cookies will take on a red coloring.
• Pulse the fruit mixture and dried cranberries in the food processor until combined.
• Pulse in the rolled oats and flour, then add eggs and coconut oil until a dough forms.
• Work the dough on a floured board, adding more flour as necessary. 
• Roll out dough to about 1/4 of an inch thick and cut into festive shapes using cookie cutters and small knife. 
• Bake for 20 minutes and allow to cool thoroughly. 

Salmon Treats (credit: Zoetis)

• 1 can of salmon (14.75 ounces)
• 1 cup of brown rice flour 
• 1 cup oat flour 
• 1 egg

Instructions: 

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
• Pour the entire can (including juices) into a bowl. Add all the flour and egg, stirring well to combine. 
• Roll out balls of dough in one Tbsp. increments, placing on the baking sheet. 
• Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes. 
• Allow the treats to cool to room temperature. 

Catnip Treat Recipe (credit: Zoetis)

• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 
• 1/2 cup non-fat dry milk powder
• 1/2 can tuna in oil 
• 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 
• 1 beaten egg
• 1/4 cup water 
• 1/4 cup finely crushed dry catnip 

Instructions: 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. 
• In a large bowl, mash the tuna, breaking up large clumps. 
• Mix the flour and dry milk powder in tuna until thoroughly combined. 
• Add water and oil, mixing well. 
• Beat an egg until foamy, then add to the mixture. The dough will be sticky. 
• Shape the dough into 1/4 teaspoon sized balls, rolling into finely crushed catnip. 
• Place the balls on the sheet and flatten slightly. 
• Bake for 10 minutes. 
• Remove from the oven and allow the treats to rest for 5 minutes. Turn them over and bake an additional 10 more minutes. 
• Allow treats to cool completely before serving. 

For more recipes, visit: Recipes | Zoetis Petcare