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Banana Carrot Treats for Dogs

A simple baked treat featuring fresh carrots and mashed banana for natural sweetness. The addition of ground flaxseed provides a source of essential fatty acids.

Banana Carrot Treats for Dogs, homemade dog recipe
Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Yields
About 8 treats
Level
easy

Ingredients

Ingredients for Banana Carrot Treats for Dogs
  • 1/4 cup finely shredded carrot
  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup rice flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon ginger

Steps

  1. Place all ingredients into a medium mixing bowl and mix into a dough. If the mixture is too dry, add water to bind. If it is too wet, add more flour.
  2. Cut the dough into 8 pieces and roll into logs to fit into the bone shapes of the dog treat maker.
  3. Preheat the treat maker as per the manufacturers instructions.
  4. Lightly spray the surface of the treat maker with cooking oil.
  5. Place the dough logs into the bone shapes and close the lid.
  6. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until golden and remove with silicone tongs.
  7. Allow to cool before serving.

Substitutions

  • Substitute rice flour with whole wheat flour
  • Use grated zucchini instead of carrot
  • Replace flaxseed with chia seeds

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 weightSuggested portion
5 kg1 small treat per day
15 kg2 small treats per day
30 kg3 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
1102 kcal
Per treat
138 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~162% of the daily treat budget138 / 85 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 15kg dog. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
  • Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)

See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.

Storage

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for 2 months.

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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