Sweet Potato & Flaxseed Dog Treats Recipe (Joint Care Snack)
Light, cozy training bites that support joint comfort. Sweet potato brings beta-carotene and gentle fiber, while freshly ground flaxseed adds plant-based Omega-3 (ALA). Mini portions keep calories in check for everyday rewards.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl and spatula
- Mini silicone treat mold (e.g., homEdge Silicone Paw & Bone Dog Treat Mold)
- Baking sheet or nonstick pan
- Cooling rack
- Airtight storage jar (e.g., LOYOSEL Dog Treat Container)
Food ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato about 250 g, cooled
- 1 to 1 1/4 cups oat flour 120–150 g, added gradually
- 1 –2 tbsp freshly ground flaxseed 8–16 g
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp olive oil optional
- Optional finish after baking, not in dough: a tiny drizzle of salmon oil per serving.
Operation steps
- Cook & mash – Peel and cube sweet potato. Steam or boil until fork-tender, drain well, and mash smooth. Let it cool to room temperature.
- Grind flaxseed – Pulse whole flaxseed just before using so fats stay fresh and blend evenly.
- Mix dry – In a bowl, whisk oat flour with ground flaxseed to distribute fiber for even hydration.
- Form dough – Stir in mashed sweet potato, egg, and olive oil. Add more oat flour until the dough is firm, non-sticky, and holds edges when pressed.
- Shape – Press dough into a silicone mini-treat mold or roll and cut small coins. Keep pieces uniform for consistent baking.
- Bake & cool – Bake at 150–160°C (300–320°F) for 20–30 minutes until set and lightly dry. Smaller pieces finish sooner. Cool fully on a rack before storing.
note
• Texture: For softer senior-friendly pieces, shorten bake time slightly; for crisper training bites, bake to dry and let trays rest 10–15 minutes in the switched-off oven with the door ajar.
• Storage: Room temp (dry-baked) 7–10 days in an airtight jar; refrigerate up to 10 days; freeze up to 1 month. Cool completely before sealing to avoid condensation.
• Joint routine: You can pair a mini cookie with a daily joint chew (e.g., PupGrade Joint Support Chews) and occasionally finish a serving with a tiny drizzle of salmon oil.
• Calories & tolerance: Keep treats near 10% of daily calories. Introduce new ingredients gradually and monitor stools, skin, and energy over 48–72 hours.
• Comfort ritual: While trays cool, Ethan curls up on his heated dog blanket – our cozy winter habit.
• Brand note: If you don’t want to cook daily, check our dry food picks — those were Ethan’s daily backups.
• Storage: Room temp (dry-baked) 7–10 days in an airtight jar; refrigerate up to 10 days; freeze up to 1 month. Cool completely before sealing to avoid condensation.
• Joint routine: You can pair a mini cookie with a daily joint chew (e.g., PupGrade Joint Support Chews) and occasionally finish a serving with a tiny drizzle of salmon oil.
• Calories & tolerance: Keep treats near 10% of daily calories. Introduce new ingredients gradually and monitor stools, skin, and energy over 48–72 hours.
• Comfort ritual: While trays cool, Ethan curls up on his heated dog blanket – our cozy winter habit.
• Brand note: If you don’t want to cook daily, check our dry food picks — those were Ethan’s daily backups.
