Remember that treats should be considered in the overall diet of your dog – what your dog eats in treats should be taken away from its daily meal(s). There are some great, healthy commercial dog treats out there, but if you can’t afford them or don’t feel like reading ingredients on each package and trying to discern whether it’s healthy or not and would rather just pick something from the fridge, the following healthy dog treat ideas may help.

Peas

I sometimes freeze green peas in little plastic pouches to use for training new tricks. They’re a great source of iron and contain virtually no fat. Keeda loves them.

Raw Whole Eggs

Keeda gets one whole raw egg per week as a treat, shell and all. Eggs are a great source of protein and help to keep Keeda’s coat nice and shiny. Of course, everything in moderation – I wouldn’t recommend feeding more than one raw egg per week, but I know some who would disagree. It’s always best to speak to a dog nutritionist if you’re unsure.

Sardines

I’ve recently been hearing about the benefits of sardines for dogs on dog forums, from a local vet nurse, and other sources. I started giving Keeda one tin of sardines in springwater per week. They make for a tasty treat and are meant to be great for the coat.

Carrots

Carrots can be a great treat for your dog. Many dogs love munching on carrots – it can give puppies something to chew on while teething and help to keep a dog’s teeth clean.

In fact, most vegetables can be fed to your dog as part of a meal or as treats. Be sure to talk to your vet if you’re unsure of whether or not something is safe for your dog to eat, or Google it (although remember to take everything on the internet with a grain of salt and do your research via various sources).