These chews dry slowly in a low oven until they are leathery and bendable, like a homemade jerky made from vegetables.
They are low in calories, so they work well for dogs on a weight-control plan.
Why your dog will love this
- A long-lasting chew without the calories of rawhide
- Naturally sweet from carrot and pumpkin
- Easy to cut to size for any dog
Ingredient notes
- Plain pumpkin purée Safe
Plain purée only.
Plain cooked or canned pumpkin adds fiber. Avoid pumpkin pie filling, which contains sugar and nutmeg.
- Finely grated carrot Safe
Grate finely so the strips dry evenly.
Raw or cooked. Cut to a safe size to prevent choking.
- Oat flour Safe
Plain oats cooked or baked. Skip flavored instant oatmeal.
Pumpkin Carrot Chews for Dogs
Leathery pumpkin and carrot strips dried slowly in the oven. Three ingredients, low calorie.
- 3 of 3 ingredients safety-checked, 3 marked safe
- Wheat-free
- Egg-free
- Dairy-free
- Peanut-free
- Weight Control
- 3-Ingredient
- Large Batch
Ingredients
Makes 24 chews
- SafePlain cooked or canned pumpkin adds fiber. Avoid pumpkin pie filling, which contains sugar and nutmeg. Safe amount: About 1 tsp per 10 lb of body weight per day.
- SafeRaw or cooked. Cut to a safe size to prevent choking. Safe amount: A few pieces.
- SafePlain oats cooked or baked. Skip flavored instant oatmeal. Safe amount: Small amounts.
Equipment
- Offset spatula
- Pizza cutter
Instructions
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Heat the oven to 200°F (95°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Mix the pumpkin, carrot and oat flour into a thick paste.
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Spread 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick across the sheet with an offset spatula.
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Bake until the top is dry.
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Cut into strips with a pizza cutter, flip, and bake until leathery.
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Cool completely on the sheet.
Tips for success
- Grate the carrots finely so the chews dry evenly and hold together.
- Spread the mixture thin and even; thick spots stay soft and spoil sooner.
- Test one chew by bending it. If it feels damp in the middle, dry the batch longer.
Nutrition per chew
- Calories
- 14 kcal
- Protein
- 0.4 g
- Fat
- 0.1 g
- Fiber
- 0.7 g
- Carbs
- 2.9 g
Storage
- Counter 5 days
- Fridge 14 days
- Freezer 90 days
If the strips stay soft or tacky, store them in the fridge.
How much to serve
Give 1–3 strips a day depending on size. Supervise chewing and take away small end pieces.
| Small dog (10 lb) | up to 2.50 chews a day |
|---|---|
| Medium dog (30 lb) | up to 5 chews a day |
| Large dog (60 lb) | up to 9 chews a day |
Last updated October 9, 2026.
How to make Pumpkin Carrot Chews for Dogs
Pumpkin Carrot Chews for Dogs takes about 3 hours 15 minutes from start to finish and makes 24 chews. It is an easy recipe. You will need an offset spatula and pizza 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 3 ingredients. Each one is checked against the ingredient safety guide for dogs.
- 1 cup plain pumpkin purée: Plain purée only. Plain cooked or canned pumpkin adds fiber. Avoid pumpkin pie filling, which contains sugar and nutmeg.
- 1 cup finely grated carrot: Grate finely so the strips dry evenly. Raw or cooked. Cut to a safe size to prevent choking.
- 1/2 cup oat flour: Plain oats cooked or baked. Skip flavored instant oatmeal.
Step-by-step instructions
- Heat the oven to 200°F (95°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix the pumpkin, carrot and oat flour into a thick paste.
- Spread 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick across the sheet with an offset spatula.
- Bake until the top is dry. Allow about 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Cut into strips with a pizza cutter, flip, and bake until leathery. Allow about 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Cool completely on the sheet.
Tips for success
- Grate the carrots finely so the chews dry evenly and hold together.
- Spread the mixture thin and even; thick spots stay soft and spoil sooner.
- Test one chew by bending it. If it feels damp in the middle, dry the batch longer.
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 5 days, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. If the strips stay soft or tacky, store them in the fridge. If anything smells off or shows mold, throw it out.
How much to serve
Give 1–3 strips a day depending on size. Supervise chewing and take away small end pieces. Each chew has about 14 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 finely grated carrot? Use grated zucchini, squeezed dry. No oat flour? Use coconut flour (use 1/4 cup). Change one ingredient at a time so you can tell how each swap affects the texture.
Why dogs love it
A long-lasting chew without the calories of rawhide. Naturally sweet from carrot and pumpkin. Easy to cut to size for any dog.
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.
Safety notes
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
Are these safe for puppies?
Yes for puppies eating solid food. Cut them into small pieces and supervise.
Can I use a dehydrator?
Yes. Spread on lined dehydrator trays and dry at 145°F (63°C) for 6–8 hours.
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