The end of October is near, which means only one thing – the holiday season is just around the corner, and you can hardly wait for it. You will finally rest, relax, and be with your loved ones. Of course, a festive table is also essential, with all those treats whose scent reminds of joy and togetherness.
But let’s be honest – your four-legged friends aren’t exactly holiday fans. Most dogs are afraid of crowds, firecrackers, and fireworks, but also people who are likely to come to the celebration at your place. To make these ‘hard times’ bearable to your pup, you can prepare delicious treats infused with CBD.
This compound is a natural treatment for anxiety and overexposure to stress. It will help your dog relax, calm down, and enjoy being with you. Plus, it provides a bunch of other health benefits without endangering your pet. Ask your vet for some dosage guidelines, and let’s start baking!
Some dosage tips are shown below:
https://cfah.org/cbd-dosage-for-dogs/
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Berry Biscuits
Berries should be given occasionally to the dog, primarily because of the abundance of vitamins and antioxidants. This will protect your dog from colds during the winter. For these treats, you can choose any berries, but it is recommended that they be blueberries. They will keep their consistency in the dough, so every bite will be a real explosion of vitamins in your dog’s mouth.
Mix one and a half cups of oat flour, two and a half cups of grounded quinoa, and less than a full cup of flaxseed in a large bowl. Add one cup of lukewarm water and roughly knead the dough. Mix in about a quarter a cup of olive oil and one egg. These are great for your pet’s skin during cold days, as fatty acids and vitamin E prevent dandruff and over-shedding.
Finally, add a prescribed amount of CBD pet oil and half a cup of blueberries. Mix everything and roll the dough out to a ¼ inch thick slab. Do that between two paper sheets. Use cookie cutters of your choice (make it festive ones) and cut these treats out. Put them on a lined baking sheet and bake at 320° until golden-brown.
No-Bake Meaty Bites
Although meat dominates the dog’s diet, putting it in homemade pet treats is the right thing to do, especially if you plan to sneak CBD oil into them. Meat will perfectly mask the taste of this oil, which dogs generally don’t like. In this simple, no baking recipe, you have everything that will make your dog’s palate happy.
Shred about two cups of cooked or baked chicken breast. These should be with no skin and bones, as these are hard for your pup to chew. You can season meat a bit with some parsley and black pepper. You could use more info on pup-friendly spices.
Add about three-quarters of plain yogurt to meat. It should be low-fat and with no sugar. You also need to add one medium carrot, cooked and mashed. Mix all well and pour three tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Pour the mixture into silicone molds, and add a few drops of CBD oil to each. Let them freeze overnight.
Peanut Butter Bacon Bites
Peanut butter contains good fatty acids that will keep your pet’s fur shiny. Just make sure it’s sugar-free and without xylitol. And for bacon – it’s not the healthiest thing you can give to your pup, but as an occasional treat, it will do.
Grind about three cups of rolled oats in a food blender. Fry four slices of bacon and blitz them in a food processor along with oats. Add two eggs, one cup of applesauce, tand a cup of melted peanut butter to a blender and make a dough.
Place the dough onto the countertop and roll it out. Add more flour if it’s still sticky. Spread the dough to a quarter of an inch and cut shapes. Pour each of them with some pet-friendly CBD oil. Bake for half an hour, turning these treats upside down halfway. Let them cool to make them even crispier.
Sweet Potato Cinnamon Cookies
Cooked or baked sweet potato is a food that should often be found on your dog’s menu. It is rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, but also minerals such as selenium, iron, and calcium. The last one is vital for your pup’s mobility because it keeps their bones and tendons healthy even in their old age.
Bake one larger sweet potato and peel it. Let it cool, and then mash it with a tablespoon or two of coconut oil to crack all those lumps and get a silky puree. You can also add CBD oil in this step, or you can save it for later. Add cinnamon and a pinch of ginger.
Next, you need about half a cup of coconut flour. It’s not set in a stone, as it will depend on the size of a sweet potato. Add flour gradually to the puree until you reach dough consistency. Roll it out between two wax papers to a quarter of an inch thickness. Cut shapes with cookie cutters and bake for half an hour at 320°. Cool these yummy treats and let your pup enjoy them.
Your dog doesn’t need much for happiness – a warm home, your love, and some treats. If you make them healthy by adding some CBD to them, you will provide your dog with all the necessary nutrients to keep them happy and vital.
