These are what I would call “decadent” dog treats. Though the majority of ingredients are great for dogs to have, the bacon drippings/butter and cheese may give some people pause. Just keep in mind these are treats, not a meal, and the entire recipe makes just over two pounds.

Cheese Multi-Grain Dog Biscuits
adapted from greatpetrecipes.com

1 cup uncooked Oatmeal
1/4 cup butter or bacon drippings
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups hot water
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup powdered Milk
1 cup wheat germ
1 cup grated cheese
3 cups whole wheat flour

~ In large bowl pour hot water over oatmeal and butter/bacon drippings; let stand for 5 minutes.

~ Stir in powdered milk, grated cheese, and egg. Add cornmeal and wheat germ. Mix well. Add flour, 1/3 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.

~ Knead 3-4 minutes, adding more flour if necessary to make a very stiff dough.

~ Pat or roll dough to 1/2″ thickness. Cut into shapes and place on a greased baking sheet.

~ Bake for 1 hour at 300F. Turn off heat and dry in oven for 1 1/2 hours or longer.

Makes approximately 2 1/4 pounds.

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Homemade Multi-Grain Dog Biscuits

Donuts aren’t just for people! Of course, these donuts for dogs are a bit more healthy and don’t take nearly as long (just pop them in the microwave!) and are overall more dog-friendly, so why not whip up a batch for your dog to enjoy the next time you treat yourself?

Microwaveable Dog Donuts

2 C Whole wheat flour
3 T Oatmeal
1 Egg; lightly beaten
1 tsp Garlic powder
2/3 C Beef or chicken broth

Place flour in a bowl, add egg and broth and mix well. Blend in oatmeal and garlic powder. Roll dough into a ball, roll out on a lightly floured surface to 1/2″ thick. Cut with small doughnut cutters; reroll scraps and repeat. Arrange on a shallow baking dish or on a sheet of parchment paper in a single layer. Cook in the microwave on high for 10 minutes or until firm. Let cool until hardened. Store in covered container in refrigerator.

These could also be baked in the oven at 375 degrees for about ten minutes.

[cute puppy 'donut' from flickr]

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Microwaveable Dog Donuts

3/4 c. hot water or meat broth
1/3 c. butter
1/2 c. powdered milk
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1 egg, beaten
3 c. whole wheat flour

In a large bowl pour hot water over butter to soften. Stir in powdered milk, salt, and egg. Add flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead 3 to 4 minutes, adding more flour if necessary to make a very stiff dough. Pat or roll to 1/2-inch thickness and cut out with cookie cutter or cut into 1″ pieces with a pizza cutter. Place on a greased or parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 325-degrees for 50 minutes. Allow to cool and dry out in the oven until hard. Makes approximately 1-1/4 lbs.

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Dog Biscuit Recipe