Purrrfect Treats for Your Feline Valentine
Chewy Cat Treats for Cats
I have cherished many furry little felines during my life. Many of them were fearless protectors of WHY Ranch. They owned every inch of the 5 acres ranch in Las Vegas. Before we moved back to MO, we found some very loving homes for them at surrounding ranches. Mufasa had the biggest personality ever and when I made these treats for him, he followed me around all day. Oh, how I miss him. I didn't have to miss having a barn cat for long. Our neighbor's cat, Myrtle adopted us right away. So, these treats are now for that mysterious little huntress.
Yields about 50 small treats
Ingredients:
1 large egg
1 can Sequoia Turkey Entree * (Shop Sequoia Turkey Entree here)
1/4 cup parsley, coarsely chopped (this really helps with bad breath)
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 cup brown rice flour
1/2 cup cooked rice (I prefer brown rice)
Extra Options:
1 tablespoon of catnip
Directions:
Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, Sequoia, parsley, olive oil, and water. Add brown rice flour and cooked rice. Stir to incorporate. The mixture will be thick but spreadable.
Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet creating a rectangle that is about 1/3 inch thick. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until firm and lightly golden brown.
Remove from the oven. Let rest until cool enough to handle, then slice soft dough into bite-sized pieces or use a small cookie cutter of your choice. Hearts are great for Valentine's day, but I really don't think cat's truly care. Just give them the treats!
Return pieces to the oven to bake for another 8 minutes. Remove from the oven. Allow to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. I store my treats in the fridge just to be safe.
* I prefer using Sequoia cat food because it is made right here in the USA with high-protein and it's grain-free, gluten-free organic ingredients that support a healthy immune system, heart, bone, dental and vision health. No Corn. No Soy. No Fillers. No Preservatives. It's always important to remember that any treat is not replacement for your cat's regular meal plan. Always check with your vet about any major changes to your cat's diet.