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The Food Bowl - For Pets and Their People

August 11th, 2008

Teeth Cleaning Dog Biscuits

While good, crunchy food and treats are no substitute for regular teeth cleaning for dogs, they do offer up some extra help to keep your dog’s mouth healthy and even fresh!
Keeping the biscuits in the oven after they’re done baking not only gets them extra-crunchy, it also helps dry them out to the point […]

By Heather -- 1 comment

July 22nd, 2008

Microwaveable Dog Donuts

Donuts aren’t just for people! Of course, these donuts for dogs are a bit more healthy and don’t take nearly as long (just pop them in the microwave!) and are overall more dog-friendly, so why not whip up a batch for your dog to enjoy the next time you treat yourself?
Microwaveable Dog Donuts
2 C Whole […]

By Heather -- 18 comments

July 5th, 2008

Ferret Crunchies

2 apples
1/2 c. ferret pellets
peanut butter (optional)
Grind the ferret pellets or crush them with the back of a spoon. Use a little water to soften the food to make it mushy, but not to watery. Mix in some peanut butter, be sure not to add to much. Peel the apples and chop them into tiny […]

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June 18th, 2008

Cat Crackers

I’ve mentioned before that my cats aren’t big treat eaters. I kind of wish they were because I love making treats for my pets, but they actually were interested in these! They took a couple of nibbles and while they don’t go as crazy for them as they do for catnip I think we’ll keep […]

By Heather -- 6 comments

June 4th, 2008

Apple Cinnamon Drop Dog Treats

Remember, these are for the dog, not you! (Although, admit it - when you make your own treats you take a nibble, right? Right?)
Apple Cinnamon Drops Dog Treats
1 large apple
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup of water
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup oatmeal
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/8 cup whole wheat flour
Preheat oven to 350 ° F. Core, slice […]

By Heather -- 0 comments

April 8th, 2008

Make Your Own Frosty Paws Ice Cream

Dogs like the occasional cool treat just as much as we do, so why not treat them to a homemade ice cream made just for them?
While dairy isn’t terribly good for dogs, yogurt contains much less lactase than regular milk and the live cultures are great for your dog’s digestive system. Use the ice […]

By Heather -- 13 comments