What do you think about processed and chemical-laden food counts as a dog treat? Show your dog how much you love them by serving up homemade organic dog treats. They're easily accessible, and much more affordable than most commercial dog biscuits. Better yet, you can adjust the recipe to suit your dog's tastes and health needs.
SWEET POTATO APPLE DOG TREATS From your kitchen to your pet Yield: 3 to 4 dozen Ingredients 3/4 cup cooked plain mashed sweet potatoes 3 tablespoons chicken or beef broth (or water) 2 cups organic 100% whole wheat pastry flour, plus more for dusting 1/2 cup fine yellow cornmeal 1/4 cup finely chopped mint 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and grated Instructions Preheat oven to 325°F.
Petco and PetSmart have announced that they will no longer sell China-made dog and cat treats at their stores, amid an ongoing investigation by the FDA into illnesses that may have been caused by the food products. In a statement released Tuesday, Petco said it would begin phasing out the treats at its more than 1,300 U.S.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Food and Drug Administration is trying to solve a stubborn mystery surrounding the deaths of almost 600 dogs that ate jerky treats, and officials are hoping pet owners and veterinarians can help them figure out what exactly may be causing the illnesses.
