Pumpkin and ginger are both well-known for settling upset tummies, making these chewy treats a delicious medicine cabinet essential. Keep a batch in the freezer for those times when your dog's digestion needs a little extra support β or just as an everyday treat!
At a Glance
| β± Prep | 10 minutes |
| π₯ Cook | 22 minutes |
| π½ Makes | About 24 chews |
| π For | All dogs over 4 months |
π₯ Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (plain, not pie filling)
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170Β°C (340Β°F).
- Mix pumpkin puree with beaten egg and coconut oil.
- Combine oat flour and ground ginger.
- Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out to about 1cm thick.
- Cut into small squares or use a cookie cutter.
- Place on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes until just firm on the outside.
- Cool on the tray β they'll stay beautifully soft inside.
π Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
π Nutrition Notes
Pumpkin is rich in soluble fibre which helps regulate digestion β it can help with both diarrhoea and constipation. Ginger has natural anti-nausea and anti-inflammatory properties. Oats provide gentle, easily digestible fibre.
π‘ Tips
- Keep frozen ones on hand for car sickness β give 30 minutes before travel
- Start with small amounts of ginger and increase gradually
- Pure pumpkin puree only β canned pie filling contains sugar and spices
- These are a gentle option for dogs recovering from stomach upsets
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