These healthy dog treats are not only delicious but also functional. Packed with natural anti-inflammatories, they can help soothe your pup’s aches and pains. Ditch the boring dog biscuit and mold these treats into fun shapes using cookie cutters. Your dog will love the tasty treat and you’ll love knowing you’re giving them something good for them.
Hip and Joint Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup apple juice unsweetened
- 1/4 cup applesauce unsweetened
- 2 gelatin packets unflavored
- 1 Tbsp. peanut butter
- 3/4 tsp. turmeric
- 1/4 tsp. ginger
- 1/16 tsp fine-ground black pepper
Instructions
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Place silicone molds onto cookie sheet for stability and transport.
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Pour apple juice into small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over juice and let sit for 4 minutes.
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Over low heat, gently stir continuously until gelatin is completely dissolved.
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Remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine.
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Slowly fill each cavity in molds.
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Refrigerate 3-4 hours or until set.
Recipe Notes
Feeding Instructions
Depending on your dog’s weight and activity level, give 2-6 treats daily. Give these treats a few times throughout the day because curcumin (in the turmeric) leaves the body quickly. Begin with a smaller serving (cut treat in half, depending on the size you made) to gauge your dog’s sensitivity to the ingredients, then gradually increase to the suggested daily amount if needed.
IMPORTANT: Treats are not meant to take the place of veterinary care. Please see your vet long before your dog’s mobility issues become problematic.
Shelf-life & Storage
Keep stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks. Do not freeze; it breaks down the gelatin.
Note
Black pepper contains piperine which greatly improves the absorption of turmeric in the body. You don’t need much for this recipe.
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