Healthy Brewer's Yeast Dog Treats (Recipe)
Yes, brewer's yeast has health benefits for dogs, too. Here's how to make some irresistible brewer's yeast dog treats using this antioxidant-rich ingredient.
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Did you know brewer’s yeastis good for dogs?
According to PetMD, “brewer’s yeast promotes healthy skin, hair, eyes and liver function” and “may reduce anxiety in dogs.” 1
Dr. Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH, agrees, saying, "Brewer’s yeast is a great antioxidant." 2 There is more on this in Petful’s guide to can dogs eat cheese.
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Brewer’s yeast is sometimes given as a supplement. But you can also use it as an ingredient in homemade dog treat recipes — like this one.
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Healthy Brewer's Yeast Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup brewer’s yeast
- 1¼ cup flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg, whisked
- ¾ cup water
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Directions
- Heat your oven to 350 F.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, brewer’s yeast, flour and cheese.
- Mix in the whisked egg.
- Add only as much of the water as necessary to create a rollable dough.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to ¼ inch.
- Cut the dough with a cookie cutter and line the cookies on a nonstick sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes for soft treats and 30 minutes for crispier treats.
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I’m happy to include brewer's yeast in Banjo's dog treat recipes.
She's a big fan of these cheesy biscuits.
Adapted from: The Midnight Baker.
References
- Elfenbein, Hanie, DVM. "Brewer’s Yeast for Dogs: Understanding the Benefits and Risks." PetMD. https://www.petmd.com/dog/nutrition/brewers-yeast-dogs-understanding-benefits-and-risks.
- Herman, Judith K., DVM, CVH. "Ask the Vet, Question About Brewer's Yeast." Downeast Dog News. Oct. 9, 2012. https://downeastdognews.villagesoup.com/p/ask-the-vet-question-about-brewers-yeast/908024.
This pet treat recipe was reviewed by a veterinarian, Dr. Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT, and is safe for dogs in moderation, but is not a substitute for a complete balanced diet. This recipe was last reviewed and updated Feb. 20, 2019. Dr. Morgan comments: "Oats are a great source of fiber and protein. Brewer's yeast is high in B vitamins and trace minerals, supporting healthy skin, coat and liver function. I generally don’t include cheese in pet diets, but a small amount in treats will certainly excite their taste buds." Dr. Morgan operates 2 award-winning veterinary hospitals in New Jersey that offer an integrative approach to pet care. With a passion for healing her patients with whole foods, she has written several books on holistic pet care — including Yin & Yang Nutrition for Dogs, a holistic cookbook for pets.
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Allison Gray gained a wealth of knowledge about animal welfare issues and responsible pet care during her nearly 5 years of work for an animal shelter. She is a writer, photographer, artist, runner and tattooed remedial knitter. Allison also has been researching, testing out and perfecting nutritious pet treat recipes in her kitchen for Petful since spring 2017.
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