Flaxseed is one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 ALA, and when baked into crispy crackers with pumpkin, you get a crunchy snack that actively improves your dog's coat. These are grain-free if you use coconut flour, and the pumpkin adds fibre for digestive health alongside the coat benefits.
At a Glance
| ⏱ Prep | 10 min |
| 🔥 Cook | 20 min |
| 🍽 Makes | About 25-30 crackers |
| 🐕 For | Dogs with dry skin or dull coats |
🥘 Ingredients
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- ½ cup coconut flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Mix all ingredients into a firm dough.
- Roll out thin between baking paper.
- Cut into small squares.
- Bake 18-20 minutes until crispy.
- Cool completely.
💚 Storage
Airtight container 2 weeks. Freeze 3 months.
📊 Nutrition Notes
Flaxseed provides ALA omega-3 plus lignans with antioxidant properties. Pumpkin adds beta-carotene which supports skin cell turnover. Coconut flour is grain-free and adds MCTs.
💡 Tips
- Grind flaxseed fresh for maximum omega-3 benefit
- Roll very thin for best crunch
- Coconut flour absorbs lots of liquid — adjust as needed
- Combine with fish oil in meals for maximum skin benefits
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