If you want a simple homemade dog treat that uses basic pantry staples, this batch of Doggy Goodies gets the job done without a specialty pet-bakery price tag. You mix everything into a firm dough, roll it out, cut it into shapes, and bake the treats low and slow until they dry out well enough to hold up in the refrigerator.
These treats use flour, instant oatmeal, lightly cooked ground beef, grated carrots, cod liver oil, and beef broth, so they’re an easy way to turn a few everyday ingredients into a big batch of crunchy rewards for your dog.
- 🧰 Materials You'll Need
- 🔧 Tools/Equipment
- 🛠️ How to Make Doggy Goodies
- 🎨 Customization Ideas
- 🛠️ How to Use Doggy Goodies
- 🛡️ Safety, Care, and Handling
- 📦 Storage
- 💸 Estimated Cost
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- ❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Doggy Goodies
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Materials You’ll Need
- 3 1/2 cups flour
- 3 1/2 cups instant uncooked oatmeal
- 1/2 pound lightly cooked, drained, and crumbled ground beef
- 3 medium carrots, grated
- 2 tablespoons cod liver oil
- 1 can beef broth
Tools/Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
- Baking sheet
- Cooling rack, if you have one
- Airtight container for refrigeration
How to Make Doggy Goodies
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
- Lightly cook the ground beef, then drain it well and crumble it.
- Grate the carrots.
- Add the flour, instant uncooked oatmeal, lightly cooked ground beef, grated carrots, cod liver oil, and beef broth to a large bowl.
- Blend everything together and knead it until the mixture forms a dough consistency.
- Roll the dough out to 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch thick.
- Cut the dough with cookie cutters.
- Arrange the treats on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 275 degrees F for 2 hours.
- Let the treats cool completely, then refrigerate after baking.
USDA food safety guidance recommends cooking ground beef to 160 degrees F, so if you’re only lightly cooking the beef before mixing the dough, make sure it reaches a safe temperature before it goes into the treats.
Customization Ideas
- Shape by size: Use smaller cutters for training treats or larger cutters for an occasional full-size reward.
- Holiday batch: Use seasonal cookie cutters if you’re making these as part of a pet gift basket.
- Simple gift idea: Pair a batch with the ideas in this Doggy Basket gift basket for an inexpensive homemade pet gift.
- Pumpkin treat swap: If you like making seasonal pet treats, try this Fall Pumpkin Treat for Pets for another homemade option.
How to Use Doggy Goodies
- Use them as everyday rewards.
- Break larger treats into smaller pieces for training.
- Add a few to a homemade pet gift bundle.
- Keep a small container in the refrigerator so treats are ready to grab.
Safety, Care, and Handling
- Because these treats contain meat and broth, cool them completely before refrigerating.
- Use clean hands, clean tools, and a clean storage container when handling the finished treats.
- If your dog has food sensitivities, check each ingredient before making a batch.
- Treats are still treats, so serve them in sensible portions rather than replacing balanced meals.
Storage
Refrigerate after baking. Store the cooled treats in a covered container. Since these are moist homemade treats made with ground beef, they’re best treated like other perishable leftovers rather than shelf-stable biscuits.
Estimated Cost
Estimated cost: $5.50 for one batch, not including reusable tools. That’s an estimate, and prices vary by brand and region.
🛍️ Need Help Finding Everything?
- All-purpose flour at Walmart
- Instant oatmeal at Walmart
- Ground beef at Walmart
- Carrots at Walmart
- Cod liver oil on Amazon
- Beef broth at Walmart
- Dog treat cookie cutters on Amazon
Frequently Asked Questions about Doggy Goodies
Yes. Roll the dough to the same thickness, then cut it into squares or strips with a knife. Cookie cutters are handy, but they aren’t required to make the treats work.
This dough should come together to a kneadable consistency. If it seems too wet, work in a little more flour or oatmeal. If it seems too dry, add a small splash of broth until it holds together.
Roll it between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch thick. Thinner treats will dry more and break more easily for small rewards. Thicker treats give you a sturdier biscuit-style chew.
Yes. The original directions are clear: refrigerate after baking. Since the treats contain ground beef and broth, don’t leave them sitting around like shelf-stable commercial biscuits.
The method specifically calls for instant uncooked oatmeal, so that’s the best choice if you want the same texture. If you change the oats, expect the dough texture to change too.
Use a food thermometer rather than guessing by color. Ground beef should reach 160 degrees F for food safety, even if you’re only lightly cooking it before adding it to the dough.
You can freeze homemade meat-based treats if you want a longer storage option, but thaw only what you’ll use in a reasonable time and keep the rest frozen. Once thawed, keep them refrigerated.
No. These are treats, not a complete daily diet. Use them as rewards or small extras, and keep your dog’s regular meals balanced and appropriate for their needs.
Skip any homemade treat that includes ingredients your dog doesn’t tolerate. Check with your veterinarian if you’re unsure, especially if your dog has a history of digestive trouble, allergies, or a medically restricted diet.
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Doggy Goodies
Equipment
Materials
- 3 ½ cups flour
- 3 ½ cups instant uncooked oatmeal
- ½ pound lightly cooked drained and crumbled ground beef
- 3 medium carrots grated
- 2 tablespoons cod liver oil
- 1 can beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
- Lightly cook the ground beef, then drain it well and crumble it.
- Grate the carrots.
- Add the flour, instant uncooked oatmeal, ground beef, grated carrots, cod liver oil, and beef broth to a large bowl.
- Blend all and knead to dough consistency.
- Roll out to 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch thick.
- Cut with cookie cutters.
- Arrange the treats on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 275 degrees F for 2 hours.
- Cool completely.
- Refrigerate after baking.
- Homemade Doggy Goodies Pinterest image
- Estimated cost is based on consumable materials only and does not include reusable tools.
- Ground beef should be cooked to a safe internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Refrigerate after baking.
- Store cooled treats in a covered container.
