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12 Homemade Dog Treats To Make For Your Furry Friend, Because Pets Deserve A Tasty Snack Too

While you may be often tempted to buy fancy snacks for your furry friend, making homemade dog treats is easier than you think. Even if you're not a five-star chef, any animal-loving pet owner can easily whip up a DIY dog-friendly treat. Grab some peanut butter, oats, and more for a snack your pup is guaranteed to love.

Whether your dog goes crazy for bananas or can't get enough pumpkin, these 12 recipes are sure to treat your pet right. Now, all dog people can call themselves personal chefs.

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by Rebecca Deczynski

Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats

A touch of pumpkin makes these crispy treats by A Beautiful Mess a sweet snack for your pup.

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No-Bake Peanut Butter Dog Treats

No need to preheat the oven. Damn Delicious’ four-ingredient treats can be made with just a mixer.

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Breath-Freshening Dog Treats

If your pup’s breath is less than pleasant, whip up a batch of The Kitchn’s herb-filled snacks.

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Grain-Free Dog Treats

A mashed banana adds a touch of sweetness to A Cozy Kitchen’s gluten-free dog treats.

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Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Break out the cookie cutter — Damn Delicious’ dog treats can be cut into your pooch’s favorite shape.

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Homemade Dog Treats

The secret ingredient that will get your furry friend drooling? Bacon fat. Thanks, The Kitchn!

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Dog Biscuits

A Cozy Kitchen uses chicken broth to add a savory flavor to these dog biscuits.

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Sweet Potato Pretzel Dog Treats

These sweet potato treats from Brown Eyed Baker are a festive choice to celebrate your pup’s birthday — or any occasion.

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Homemade Dog Treats

Back to Her Roots’ recipe for healthy dog treats makes a tasty yet wholesome snack option.

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Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Applesauce and peanut butter are a nourishing combo for your pup. Naturally Ella mixes the two for a wholesome treat.

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Grain-Free Pumpkin Dog Treats

Garbanzo flour makes A Cozy Kitchen’s dog treats a gluten-free treat with plenty of protein.

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3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oat Squares

For a snack that’s both human and dog-friendly, whip up a batch of Cookies and Cups' simple three-ingredient oat squares.

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