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Beef Carrot Dehydrated Dog Treats
These high-protein jerky strips are made with lean beef and shredded carrots. Dehydration preserves the ingredients without the need for artificial additives.
Prep
15 min
Cook
0 min
Yields
About 30 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef5% fat
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
Steps
- In a bowl, add the ground beef and grated carrot and combine.
- Form small nugget pieces and place on a sheet of parchment paper.
- OR spread the mixture out on the parchment paper to a uniform thickness of about 1/4 inch. Use a pizza cutter or knife to "score" the meat into small squares or rectangles.
- Place the parchment paper in a dehydrator, set to 70C /160F and dehydrate for 6 to 8 hours until dry.
- Cool completely before storing.
- Preheat oven to 75-95°C (170-200°F). Prop door open slightly if possible.
- Mix beef and carrot as above and shape into patties or roll out flat onto a parchment paper sheet. Place the scored meat on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. This allows air to circulate underneath the treats.
- Bake for 3 to 5 hours, keeping the oven door slightly propped open with a wooden spoon to allow moisture to escape. Flip halfway if using patties.
- Let the treats cool completely on the rack.
Substitutions
- Use ground turkey instead of beef
- Replace carrots with finely chopped spinach
- Try sweet potato instead of carrot
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
25 kcal
Per treat
1 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~1% of the daily treat budget1 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 weeks.
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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