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Homemade Chicken Liver Cat Treats
Chicken liver provides essential nutrients in a highly palatable form for cats. These baked treats have a dense texture that holds together well.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 30 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup chicken liver
- 1 tablespoon catnip optional
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1 large egg
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the chicken livers tho roughly under cold water to remove any residue.
- Place the chicken livers, egg, oat flour and catnip in a food processor. Puree until the mixture is smooth.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth out evenly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the mixture is firm.
- Allow to cool then using a knife or pizza cutter, cut into small bite sized shapes. Cats prefer small, easy-to-chew pieces.
- Store in an air tight container and give as an occasional treat.
Substitutions
- Replace chicken liver with beef or turkey liver.
- Use rice flour as an alternative to oat flour.
- Add a teaspoon of fish oil for extra fatty acids.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your cat's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
1 small piece, 2-3× per week
1 kg12 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 4 kg | 1 small piece, 2-3× per week |
| 3 kg | 1-2 small pieces, 2× per week |
| 6 kg | 2-3 small pieces, 2-3× per week |
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
779 kcal
Per treat
26 kcal
Treat budget (cat)
24 kcal
One serving uses ~108% of the daily treat budget26 / 24 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 4kg cat. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Keep refrigerated for 4 days or freeze for up to 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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