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Air Fryer Salmon Skin Dog Treats
Crispy salmon skins are rich in essential fats and provide a high-value reward. This recipe minimizes waste by using every part of the fish.
Prep
5 min
Cook
7 min
Yields
About 8 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 2 salmon skins from 2 salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Steps
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 mins at 200C/400F degrees.
- Slice the salmon skin into pieces or strips with a sharp knife and toss in the coconut oil.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil (you don't want the skin sticking).
- Place the salmon pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 200C/400F degrees for 10 minutes, turning over half way through cooking.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Substitutions
- Use whitefish skin as an alternative
- Swap coconut oil for sunflower oil
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 small treat per day |
| 15 kg | 2 small treats per day |
| 30 kg | 3 small treats per day |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
44 kcal
Per treat
6 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~7% of the daily treat budget6 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Raw or smoked fish; fish with bones
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Store in the refrigerator for 5 days or freeze for 1 month.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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