Safe Holiday Treats: Christmas Recipes Your Border Collie Will Love
December 12, 20254 min read
Make your border collie's Christmas extra special with these homemade, dog-safe treats!
Peanut Butter Snowballs
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients until a dough forms
- Roll into small balls
- Refrigerate for 2 hours
- Roll in extra coconut for a snowy look
Pumpkin Christmas Trees
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients
- Roll out and cut with tree-shaped cookie cutters
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes
Frozen Cranberry Delights
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cranberries (no added sugar)
- 1 mashed banana
Instructions:
- Blend cranberries and banana
- Mix with yogurt
- Pour into silicone molds
- Freeze for 4 hours
Apple Cinnamon Stars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup finely diced apple (no seeds)
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Mix ingredients until combined
- Cut into star shapes
- Bake at 325°F for 30 minutes
Safety Tips:
- Avoid xylitol, chocolate, raisins, and macadamia nuts
- Always introduce new treats gradually
- Store treats in airtight containers