Homemade Chicken Broth Dog Treats

These biscuits get their flavor from chicken broth instead of peanut butter, so they suit dogs that prefer savory treats.

Use homemade broth, or a store broth labeled low-sodium with no onion or garlic. Most regular broths contain both.

Why your dog will love this

• Savory flavor dogs go wild for
• Peanut-free
• Makes 40 biscuits

Ingredient notes

• Whole wheat flour Safe

  Fine baked into treats unless your dog has a wheat allergy.

• Rolled oats Safe

  Plain oats cooked or baked. Skip flavored instant oatmeal.

• Egg Safe

  Serve fully cooked.

• Low-sodium chicken broth with no onion or garlic Caution

  Check the label for onion and garlic.

  Homemade or a low-sodium broth with no onion or garlic. Most store broths contain both.

See every ingredient in the safety guide

How to make Homemade Chicken Broth Dog Treats

Homemade Chicken Broth Dog Treats takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and makes 40 biscuits. It is an easy recipe. You will need a rolling pin and bone-shaped cookie cutter. Read through every step once before you start, and set out all the ingredients so nothing is missed.

Ingredients and why they are here

You need 4 ingredients. Each one is checked against the ingredient safety guide for dogs.

• 2 cups whole wheat flour: Fine baked into treats unless your dog has a wheat allergy.
• 1/2 cup rolled oats: Plain oats cooked or baked. Skip flavored instant oatmeal.
• 1 large egg: Serve fully cooked.
• 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth with no onion or garlic: Check the label for onion and garlic. Homemade or a low-sodium broth with no onion or garlic. Most store broths contain both.

Step-by-step instructions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets.
2. Mix the flour and oats, then add the egg and broth to form a stiff dough.
3. Roll 1/4 inch thick and cut into shapes.
4. Bake until firm and golden. Allow about 30 minutes.
5. Turn off the oven and leave the biscuits inside to crisp. Allow about 1 hour.

Tips for success

• Chill homemade broth and lift off the fat before using it in the dough.
• Roll the dough between parchment sheets to avoid adding extra flour.
• Leave the biscuits in the cooling oven for the crunchiest result.

How to store it

Let everything cool completely before you pack it away, since trapped steam causes sogginess and mold. Keep it at room temperature for up to 7 days, in the fridge for up to 3 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. If anything smells off or shows mold, throw it out.

How much to serve

Two biscuits a day for a medium dog. Each biscuit has about 24 calories. Treats and toppers should stay under 10 percent of your dog’s daily calories, so cut back their regular food a little on days you serve extra.

Swaps and variations

No whole wheat flour? Use oat flour. No low-sodium chicken broth with no onion or garlic? Use water from cooking plain chicken. Change one ingredient at a time so you can tell how each swap affects the texture.

Why dogs love it

Savory flavor dogs go wild for. Peanut-free. Makes 40 biscuits.

Feeding tips for dogs

Introduce any new food slowly, starting with a small piece, and wait a day to see how your dog’s stomach handles it. Dogs with allergies, pancreatitis, kidney disease or diabetes may need changes, so check with your vet first. Keep fresh water out, especially with dry or salty-tasting treats, and count every treat toward the daily allowance so meals stay balanced.

Make it ahead

To save time, measure and prep the ingredients the day before and keep them covered in the fridge. Label containers with the recipe name and date so you always know what to use first. Most of the work in this recipe is hands-off, so it fits easily around a busy week.

Safety notes

Chicken Broth: Homemade or a low-sodium broth with no onion or garlic. Most store broths contain both. Never add onion, garlic, chocolate, grapes, raisins, xylitol or salt, and check the safety guide before trying a new ingredient with your dog. This recipe is general information, not veterinary advice.

Frequently asked questions

Can dogs have store-bought chicken broth?

Only low-sodium broth with no onion or garlic. Homemade is safest.

Can I use bone broth?

Yes, if it is unseasoned and onion-free.

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