There are bags of pet food that line the shelves of grocery stores and pet stores that contain labels such as “Premium,” “Holistic,” or “Ultra Premium.” These labels have been designed by pet food companies to make pet owners feel better about the food they are buying. These large companies use these types of labels because they want people to think that their pet food is safer and healthier to consume.
Unfortunately, there is no definition of what constitutes “Premium” pet food. Pet food companies do not have to adhere to any standards when producing pet food. These fancy labels do not guarantee that the pet food they describe is actually better or safer for your pet. These labels are often designed with marketing in mind; not the health of your pet. This also applies to dog treats which are called all natural dog treats. Many companies claim that they use human-grade ingredients without harmful preservatives. Unless they are tested in a lab, there really is no way of knowing what ingredients are actually used to make these dog treats.
One of the safest and most reliable ways to ensure your pet eats healthy is to prepare his food in the comfort of his own kitchen. In this way, you have complete control over the ingredients that are put into your dog’s food or your dog’s treats. Homemade dog food recipes and homemade dog treats are available if you know where to look. There are some really great dog cookbooks filled with recipes that will satisfy even the pickiest of dogs. Collaborative Tails, Inc. has launched a line of great pet cookbooks. One of my favorite dog cookbooks is The Collaborative Canine. This book is not just a pet cookbook, it is also a pet profile book. Not only is the book packed with great recipes for dogs, it’s also packed with photos and stories of some of the cutest puppies out there! The recipes range from homemade dog treats to grain-free dog food recipes. If you have a dog with food allergies, this cookbook for dogs is a must.
The Collaborative Canine has an entire section dedicated to wheat-free dog recipes. Wheat allergies are one of the most common food allergies in dogs and this book is full of great recipes that will ease the discomfort for your dogs if they suffer from food allergies. Our husky puppies have a wheat allergy, which is why we have purchased many pet cookbooks and made a great deal of homemade pet food over the years. This Bully Boy Cheese Crackers recipe from The Collaborative Canine is a great wheat-free recipe. Our dogs love these homemade dog treats!
Bully Boy Cheese Crackers
Ingredients:
1 cup of oatmeal
1/2 cup of milk or water
2 tbsp. shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp. Grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg white
1 tablespoon. Vegetable broth
Addresses:
Preheat the oven to 350F. Combine flour and milk / water until lumpy. Add the grated cheddar cheese and the vegetable broth. Add the Parmesan cheese, egg white, and baking powder. Mix well to a consistency of pancake batter. To place on nonstick or sprayed baking sheet (2 to 3-inch diameter circles). Cook until golden. Let cool and serve.
