How To Make Spooky Halloween Snacks For Your Dog
Halloween is a time for fun, frights, and festivities, but it’s also a great opportunity to include your furry friends in the celebrations. While you’re indulging in sweet treats, why not whip up some spooky snacks for your dog? They deserve to celebrate too!
Let’s explore some creative Halloween snack ideas using Pointer treats, along with nutritional information to ensure your dog enjoys a healthy Halloween.
What Can Go Into Homemade Halloween Treats?
Before diving into some spooky Halloween-themed recipes to keep your pooch calm and involve them in the fun, it’s crucial to understand what makes a snack healthy for your dog.
Dogs require a balanced diet that includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. When making treats, consider the following:
- Proteins: Essential for muscle development and overall health. Ingredients like chicken, beef, or fish are great sources.
- Healthy Fats: Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids support skin and coat health. Ingredients like fish oil or flaxseed can be beneficial.
- Carbohydrates: Provide energy. Sweet potatoes and pumpkin are excellent choices that are also high in fibre.
- Vitamins and Minerals: Incorporate fruits and vegetables like carrots, apples, and blueberries for added nutrients.
Spooky Halloween Snack Ideas
Here are some fun and spooky Halloween snack ideas for your dog, which let you choose your dog’s favourite Pointer Treats as a key ingredient to create personalised treats.
Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Ingredients:
240 ml pure pumpkin puree
120 ml natural peanut butter (ensure its xylitol-free)
240 g whole wheat flour
120 g Pointer Treats, crushed — we think our Peanut Butter Flavoured Paws work well!
1 egg
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, and egg until well combined.
Gradually add the whole wheat flour and crushed Pointer Treats, mixing until a dough forms.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 0.6 cm thick.
Use cookie cutters to create spooky shapes (like ghosts, pumpkins, or bats).
Place the cutouts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the treats are golden brown.
Allow to cool completely before serving to your dog.
Apple and Carrot Halloween Bites
Ingredients:
120 g grated carrots
120 ml unsweetened applesauce
60 g whole wheat flour
120 g Pointer Treats crushed — our assorted small bones are the perfect spooky add-in!
1 egg
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a mixing bowl, combine grated carrots, applesauce, and egg.
Gradually add the whole wheat flour and crushed Pointer Treats, mixing until well combined.
Scoop small amounts of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bites are firm and lightly browned.
Let them cool before giving them to your dog.
Spooky Frozen Yogurt Treats
Ingredients:
240 ml plain yogurt (unsweetened and xylitol-free)
120 ml pure pumpkin puree
30 g Pointer Treats, crushed — we think our grain-free mini milky paws make these extra delicious and nutritious
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix the yogurt and pumpkin puree until smooth.
Stir in the crushed Pointer Treats.
Pour the mixture into silicone moulds or ice cube trays.
Freeze for several hours until solid.
Pop out the treats and serve them to your dog on a warm day for a refreshing snack.
Happy baking!
Let us know if you try any of these methods at home! We’d love to hear from you on Instagram or Facebook. For more pet advice from our Pointer experts, visit our blog.
It’s important to note that you should check with your vet before feeding your pooch anything that they’re not familiar with. Dogs with special dietary needs, such as diabetes, should refrain from eating anything outside of what has been recommended to you by a professional.
