Homemade Thanksgiving Dinner For Dogs: Thanksgiving Turkey Dog Treat Recipe - Simply Sharon and Teddy (2024)

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Homemade Thanksgiving Dinner For Dogs: Thanksgiving Turkey Dog Treat Recipe

Our dogs are a part of the family, so include them in your Thanksgiving dinner this year. Instead of giving your dog table scraps that could be potentially harmful to them, make this homemade Thanksgiving turkey dog treat recipe that your dog will love!

To make these delicious thanksgiving treats, simply use ingredients you already plan to cook for your Thanksgiving feast. Ingredients like green beans, sweet potato, carrots, celery, leftover pumpkin puree, apples, peas, and cranberries can be added to turkey to make an easy homemade Thanksgiving dinner for your four-legged friend.

The best part, your pooch will be drooling over these Thanksgiving turkey dog treats and you can rest easy knowing your furry friend is eating healthy, non-toxic ingredients for their special Thanksgiving dinner.

Why Make Thanksgiving Dinner For Dogs?

Every year, pet parents have to take their dogs to the emergency vet on Thanksgiving because they accidentally ingest Thanksgiving foods that may be toxic to them. You can prevent this by making a dog-friendly Thanksgiving dinner using dog-safe ingredients.

These homemade Thanksgiving dog treats use healthy ingredients and are the perfect way to incorporate vegetables into your dog’s diet. This easy recipe is simple to make tasty treats for your dog. You can customize your dog’s Thanksgiving dinner by adding vegetables you already have at home, using ground turkey or turkey from your Thanksgiving dinner, or using a completely different protein if your dog is allergic or has food sensitivities.

If you plan to use leftovers from your classic Thanksgiving food to make these homemade treats, make sure the ingredients are plain without added ingredients such as butter or spices. Also ensure none of the ingredients are harmful or toxic to dogs such as turkey skin and bones, raisins, artificial sweeteners like xylitol, chocolate, fatty foods, and stuffing.Turkey bones are a choking hazard for our canine companion. If you use leftover Thanksgiving turkey breast instead of ground turkey, make sure there is no seasoning, bones, or fatty skin.

Benefits Of Vegetables For Dogs

You’ll need different types of dog-safe fresh vegetables for this dog-friendly Thanksgiving dinner recipe such as sweet potatoes, green beans, carrots, celery, pumpkin and peas. There are many health benefits of these vegetables for your dog. They are packed with fiber to help support digestion and weight loss, vitamins and minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients to protect from diseases.And make a great low-calorie healthy snack on their own.

Benefits Of Turkey For Dogs

The main ingredient, turkey is a lean protein that is found in many commercial dog foods. It’s a great source of nutrients for your dog such as magnesium, phosphorous, and essential amino acids. Since it is low in fat, it’s a great option for dogs who are trying to maintain a healthy weight.

Benefits Of Pumpkin Puree For Dogs

Pumpkin is a superfood packed with fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, and E, and minerals like iron and potassium. Not only is it nutritious for dogs, but it’s also tasty when added to your dog’s meals and treats.

Pet owners can use pumpkin to add bulk to their dog’s stool in case of diarrhea. But please feed your furry family members a small quantity of pumpkin puree to avoid adding too much fiber to your dog’s diet.

Ingredients For Thanksgiving Dog Treats

Using all-natural ingredients makes for a healthy treat for your dog. You can also use organic options if desired.

• Turkey– Using lean ground turkey meat is best since it’s low in fat and a great source of protein. If using leftover turkey from your Thanksgiving meal, use white meat without any fat, skin, bone or seasoning.
• Sweet Potato-A great source of fiber and vitamins for your dog.
• Green Beans– A low-calorie snack that is full of fiber.
• Pumpkin Puree– The only ingredient in the canned pumpkin should be pumpkin. Do NOT use pumpkin pie filling as it has ingredients that can be toxic to dogs.
• Oat flour– Simply blend quick oats in a blender to make oat flour. Or substitute any flour you have in your pantry.
• Egg

Ingredient And Recipe Notes and Variations

-Feel free to use any vegetables you have currently in your fridge or pantry such as carrots, celery, pumpkin, apples, peas, butternut squash, and cranberries. Or even fruit such as apple slices.

-For dogs who may have gluten sensitivity, keep this recipe gluten-free by using oat flour or an alternative gluten-free flour such as almond flour or chickpea flour to name a few. Otherwise, use regular white or whole wheat flour.

-If your dog has food allergies to real turkey, simply swap out the protein to lean beef or other protein.

-If using leftovers from your Thanksgiving meal, only use plain ingredients with no seasoning or fat. Remember Thanksgiving food such as cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, and sweet potato casserole may seem innocent to give to your dog but they may contain excess sugar and artificial sweeteners like xylitol which is toxic to dogs. Learn which Thanksgiving foods are safe for dogs here.

Equipment Needed

You don’t need any fancy equipment for this easy homemade Thanksgiving dog treat recipe, not even a food processor or cookie sheet. All you need are:

• Mini-muffin tin
• Large mixing bowl

How To Make Thanksgiving Turkey Dog Treats

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Chop your vegetables into small pieces.
3. Place the vegetables, plain pumpkin, oat flour, natural turkey, and egg in a large bowl and stir to combine well.
4. Add more oat flour if needed.
5. Spray the muffin tin with olive oil spray or lightly coat it with coconut oil.
6. Spoon mixture into muffin tin.
7. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
8. Allow dog treats to cool before giving them to your dog to enjoy.

Serving Size

How many dog treats should you give your dog for Thanksgiving? It will depend on the size of your dog. Larger dogs can eat more of the homemade Thanksgiving dinner while toy-breed dogs eat smaller portions and may only eat half of one Thanksgiving turkey dog treat.

Remember, dog treats should only be about 10% of your dog’s daily calories to ensure they get proper nutrition. With that said, please use your best judgment on how many treats are right for your dog.

Thanksgiving turkey dog treats can be used as a meal topper on regular dog food. I recommend giving small amounts at first to see how your dog reacts.

How To Store Thanksgiving Dinner For Your Dog

These Thanksgiving turkey dog treats should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Or freeze them so the dog treats last longer. Remember to thaw before serving them to your dog.

Other Homemade Dog Treats Recipes You Need To Try!

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Gingerbread Dog Treats

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Happy Thanksgiving & Have A Great Holiday Season!