Just like humans, cats too enjoy a tasty treat every now and then. Making your own cat treats at home not only ensures the ingredients are healthy but also strengthens the bond between you and your feline friend. Here are 5 easy do-it-yourself cat treat recipes that your kitty will absolutely love:
1. Tuna Treats:
Ingredients: 1 can of tuna, 1 egg, 1 cup of flour
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Drain the tuna and mix it with the egg. Slowly add the flour until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and cut into small pieces. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
2. Salmon Crackers:
Ingredients: 1 can of salmon, 1 cup of oat flour, 1 egg
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Mash the salmon and mix it with the oat flour and egg. Roll out the dough and use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until crispy.
3. Chicken Crunchies:
Ingredients: 1 cup of cooked chicken, 1/4 cup of chicken broth, 1 cup of oat flour
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Shred the cooked chicken and mix it with the broth. Slowly add the oat flour until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and cut into small pieces. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until crunchy.
4. Pumpkin Paws:
Ingredients: 1/2 cup of canned pumpkin, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup of coconut flour
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Mix the pumpkin and cheese together, then slowly add the coconut flour until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and use a paw-shaped cookie cutter to create treats. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until firm.
5. Catnip Bites:
Ingredients: 1/2 cup of fresh catnip leaves, 1 cup of whole wheat flour, 1/4 cup of water
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grind the catnip leaves in a food processor, then mix them with the flour and water until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and cut into small bite-sized pieces. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until crispy.
When making these treats, remember to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh. Treat your kitty to these delicious homemade snacks and watch them purr with delight!
