Easy Homemade Pet Treat Recipes

For over 100 years, the dairy farmers of Cabot Creamery Cooperative have counted dairy cows among the members of their extended families. Since 1919, they have joined together in work and play – producing the fresh milk that goes into making the World’s Best Cheddar.

Cabot Farmer and dog wearing a plaid jacket

Cabot farmers know how important pets are to their families, and how families rely on their pets – for companionship and joy, laughter and solace. They also know that keeping pets strong and fit is a priority for the families who love them.

Kids and their dog in the barn with cows

Like their humans, dogs and cats can benefit from eating a variety of healthy foods that are good for them and taste good too. That's why we've created a few delicious pup treat recipes for your furry friend.

This Cheddar Pup Treats recipe combines the cheesy goodness of Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar and whole grains including King Arthur Whole Wheat Flour. Your lucky dog will love these easy cheesy treats!
Why buy dog treats when they are easy, and inexpensive to make? Your dog will love these Cheesy Dog Crackers. These handmade crackers use some of the finest Vermont ingredients, and are sure to please your furry friends.

What furry friend would not go for these slightly sweet (applesauce) treats with Cabot Greek Yogurt peanut butter frosting? This quick and easy Pupcake recipe is a fun project for kids and a great way to show your pooch you care.

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Perfect for both play and snuggles, this toy is also washer and dryer friendly, making clean-up a breeze after your pup has had their fill of fun. We think your furry friends will flip for this! Click here to shop now.

Dogs love the new Seriously Sharp Dog Toy Squeeker

Here are two recipes from Cabot farmers for your four-legged friends that are high in protein, low in fat, and best of all, made by you with love!

Northeast Kingdom Cheesy Bones

8 ounces Cabot Lite50 Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
½ cup Smart Balance margarine
¼ cup Egg Beaters
1½ cups whole-wheat flour
1½ cups wheat germ
Pinch of salt
2 Tbsp skim milk

Blend the cheese and margarine together using an electric mixer. Add the Egg Beaters, and beat on high. Stir in the flour, wheat germ, salt and milk, mixing well. Store in refrigerator in plastic bag for 1 hour.
Roll dough out onto a floured work surface to a quarter inch thick. Use bone-shaped cookie cutter to cut. Place on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake at 375°F for 15 to 18 minutes.

Cheesy Cabot Catnip Balls

½ pound ground chicken or turkey
1 small carrot — finely grated
2 Tbsp. Cabot Lite50 Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1 tsp. brewer’s yeast
1 tsp. dried catnip
½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
¼ cup Egg Beaters
2 Tbsp. Cabot Cottage Cheese

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine meat, cheese, yeast, catnip, and bread crumbs in a medium bowl.
Add the egg and cottage cheese and mix well. Wet hands and roll the mixture into small meatballs and place on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
Bake for about 15 minutes until the meatballs are brown and firm.
Cool the meatballs completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator or they can be frozen for up to three months. Dogs love these yummy treats, too. In their case, catnip is optional.

Your pets will be begging for more - and you'll have fun creating these treats for your fur family. These also make great gifts for all your dog and cat loving friends and family.

Check out all the Cabot recipes and shop online for cheese and more.

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