5 Easy Recipes for Homemade Treats Your Cat Will Love

Chicken Chews

Ingredients:

• ½ cup of flour
• ½ cup of non-fat, powdered milk
• ½ cup of cooked and chopped chicken
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 egg, beaten
• ¼ cup of water
• 1 tablespoon Catnip (optional)

Directions:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Combine flour, milk and chicken in a large bowl. Proceed to mash and mix them together.
• Add water, oil, beaten egg and Catnip (if using). Stir well until a sticky dough is formed.
• Form dough into dime-sized balls and place on a greased cookie sheet.
• Flatten balls into discs, using either your finger or a utensil.
• Place in oven and bake for 10 minutes. Remove after 10 minutes and flip the discs so the other side can brown as well. Back for an additional 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
• Remove and allow to fully cool before serving. Any extra treats should be refrigerated in an airtight container. Discard after 5 to 7 days.

Remember, treats should only take up a very small percentage of your cat’s diet, as too much of a good thing often leads to tubby tabbies. Also, be aware that you should never include raisins, grapes, onions, alcohol, salt, or tea when making your own homemade cat treats. These, and a few other common foods we humans enjoy, are toxic to cats. When in doubt, if you’re not sure about a particular ingredient, it’s always best to discuss your concerns with your vet.