Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids from both salmon and flaxseed, these soft chews are like a skin and coat supplement disguised as a delicious treat. The natural oils keep the texture beautifully soft, making them perfect for dogs who prefer gentler treats.
At a Glance
| β± Prep | 15 minutes |
| π₯ Cook | 20 minutes |
| π½ Makes | About 24 chews |
| π For | All dogs over 4 months |
π₯ Ingredients
- 1 tin (210g) salmon, drained
- 1 cup wholemeal flour
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170Β°C (340Β°F).
- Mash drained salmon thoroughly with a fork in a bowl.
- Add beaten egg and olive oil, mix well.
- Combine flour and ground flaxseed, then add to salmon mixture.
- Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Drop teaspoon-sized portions onto a lined baking tray.
- Flatten slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until just set β they should still be soft.
- Cool on the tray for 10 minutes.
π Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months β these freeze and thaw beautifully.
π Nutrition Notes
Salmon provides omega-3 EPA and DHA for skin, coat, brain, and joint health. Flaxseed adds plant-based omega-3 (ALA) and lignans. Together they provide a powerful anti-inflammatory combination.
π‘ Tips
- Tinned salmon with bones is fine β the bones are soft and provide calcium
- These have a fishy smell that dogs love (humans maybe less so!)
- Keep frozen and thaw one day's portion at a time
- Great for dogs with dry or flaky skin
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