How to Make Dog Food Crunchies With Oats

Dog owners love to treat their pets and store-bought goodies are OK, but nothing at the store can compare to what you can whip up in your kitchen. As the chef, you have complete control of what goes in (and what stays out) of your dog's diet, and making your own saves you money. Even without baking experience, you'll find making these crunchies easy and rewarding.

Things You'll Need

  • 3/4 cup of flour
  • 1 cup of old-fashioned oats
  • ¼ cup oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1-2 cups chicken broth or water
  • ¼ cup of honey
  • Baking sheets
  • Cookie cutters
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Instructions

    • 1

      Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a large baking sheet.

    • 2

      In a large bowl combine flour and oats. Add oil, eggs, honey and water. Mix well.

    • 3

      If the dough is too sticky to handle, sprinkle with more flour. If it is too crumbly, sprinkle with water. Knead until dough is smooth and easy to work with -- approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

    • 4

      Transfer dough onto a floured surface and roll out to ¼-inch thickness. Create fun shapes with cookie cutters or cut with a sharp knife into squares.

    • 5

      Place on baking sheet and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Cool completely before giving to your dog. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Crunchies will keep in the freezer for up to six months.