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Banana Sardine Dog Biscuits
Sardines provide essential omega-3 fatty acids in these crunchy, turmeric-infused biscuits. The banana helps balance the strong aroma of the fish.
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Yields
About 20 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 banana, ripe
- 84 grams tinned sardines in water, no added salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the banana with a fork.
- Add the egg and keep mashing.
- Drain the sardines and add to the bowl. Mash well.
- Add the rice flour and turmeric and mix into a dough. If the mixture is too dry add a few tablespoons of water.
- Roll the dough out in between two layers of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut the dough into shapes.
- Place the biscuits on the baking tray.
- Bake for 15 minutes, turn the biscuits over and bake for about 15 minutes until firm.
- Let the biscuits cool completely before serving to your dog.
Substitutions
- Use canned salmon instead of sardines
- Replace turmeric with chopped parsley
- Substitute rice flour with oat flour
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
1234 kcal
Per treat
62 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~73% of the daily treat budget62 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Raw, smoked, or salt-cured fish
- Fish bones, always debone before cooking
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate in a sealed container for 5 days 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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