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Homemade Dog Breath Treats
Fresh parsley and mint are the stars of these cooling coconut-based treats. They are designed to be a refreshing snack between meals.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 20 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 3/4 cup coconut flour
- 1 large egg
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the coconut flour, parsley, and mint.
- Add the egg, coconut oil and Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, gradually add water until the consistency is workable.
- Roll out the dough in between two layers of parchment paper to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the treats are golden brown and crisp.
- Allow the treats to cool completely on a wire rack before storing.
Substitutions
- Use plain kefir instead of Greek yogurt.
- Replace coconut flour with almond flour.
- Substitute mint with extra parsley if preferred.
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
1927 kcal
Per treat
96 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~113% of the daily treat budget96 / 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 1 week or freeze for longer shelf life.
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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