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Breath Freshening Dog Treats
These biscuits use fresh herbs like mint and parsley to naturally freshen breath. Oat flour and applesauce provide a gentle, crunchy base.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 24 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour
- 1/2 cup fresh fennel fronds
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh mint
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup apple sauce
Steps
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Finely chop the herbs.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped herbs, egg, coconut oil and apple sauce.
- Add the oat flour and stir to mix a dough. Add more flour if the mixture is too sticky.
- Roll out the dough in between two layers of parchment paper or on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into shapes, or roll small balls and flatten slightly.
- Place treats on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
- Allow treats to cool completely before serving to your pup.
Substitutions
- Replace mint with extra parsley.
- Use pear sauce instead of applesauce.
- Rice flour can replace 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
2419 kcal
Per treat
101 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~119% of the daily treat budget101 / 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 10 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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