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MIXING BOWL
Pet LoveSPOOKY
SNACKS
WITH THESE EASY HOMEMADE
GOODIES, IT’S NO TRICKS, ALL TREATS
FOR YOUR PUP THIS HALLOWEEN.STAY SEASONAL
Like humans, dogs love eating fresh, in-season
produce. Melissa Young, a veterinarian at
Bideawee, a pet rescue organization based in New
York City, recommends incorporating fiber-rich
and easy-to-digest sweet potato or pumpkin into
homemade dog treats. Other seasonal ingredients
to reach for include apples (without seeds) and
carrots. “Carrots and apples not only taste good,
but they are also rich in antioxidants and vitamins,”
she says. “Apples are a good source of vitamin C
while carrots pack a vitamin A punch.”PUP-ZELS
If you really want to treat your pet, bake up a
wholesome snack with a twist. Becky Hardin of
thecookierookie.com spoils her dog Scout with
Oat & Apple Pretzel Dog Treats (recipe right). With
just four ingredients, they come together easily. And
when you’re snacking on sweets, Fido and Fluffy will
feel special with lovingly prepared treats of their own.SAFE TREATS
Make the doggy equivalent of a fun-size candy bar
by grabbing delicious and nutritious ingredients
that are good for pets. “Some of the best and safest
homemade treats for dogs are the simplest,” says
Dr. Young.Make a healthy Halloween treat that
couldn’t be simpler using sweet potatoes.
First, wash sweet potatoes thoroughly.
Without peeling, chop off each end. Slice each sweet
potato lengthwise into 1⁄3-in.-thick slices. Place slices
on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake 6 hours
in a 200° oven, flipping once halfway through. Once
the timer goes off, turn off the oven, and leave the
slices there to cool. “The end result is a safe and
satisfying sweet potato chew for your dog to enjoy,”
Dr. Young says. “These can be stored in a sealed
container for up to two weeks.”SWEET
BITES