Homemade Treats: pet-safe Easter goodies.

 

Easter is a time of joy, celebration, and of course—treats! While we humans indulge in chocolate eggs and hot cross buns, it’s important to remember that many traditional Easter goodies aren’t safe for our furry friends. But that doesn’t mean they have to miss out on the fun! With a little creativity and a few simple ingredients, you can whip up some delicious, pet-safe Easter treats right at home.

Here are a few easy, festive, and healthy recipes your pets will love—plus, they make great gifts for your fellow pet parent friends!

Carrot & Banana Bunny Bites (For Dogs)

These chewy little bites are full of natural sweetness and packed with nutrients—perfect for your pup’s Easter basket.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed

• ½ cup grated carrots

• 1 cup oat flour (or ground rolled oats)

• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.

3. Roll the dough into small balls or flatten and use bunny-shaped cookie cutters.

4. Place on a lined baking tray and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and firm.

5. Let them cool completely before serving.

Store in an airtight container for up to a week—or freeze for longer shelf life.

Frozen Apple & Carrot Egg Pops (Horse & Cow-Friendly Version)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup grated carrot

• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce or finely chopped apple (no seeds)

• Water or a little bit of apple juice (unsweetened) to blend

Optional Add-Ins (Safe in Small Amounts):

• Rolled oats

• A pinch of ground flaxseed

• A sprinkle of molasses (for horses, occasionally)

Instructions:

1. Mix the ingredients into a thick but pourable consistency.

2. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds or ice cube trays.

3. Freeze for several hours or overnight.

4. Pop out and serve as a cool treat on a warm day!

 

Fun Serving Ideas:

• Tuck the pops into the Horse Treat Ball, and let them roll out.

Easter Egg Forage Balls (For Chickens)

These colorful little forage balls are packed with goodies that hens love, and they’re perfect for scattering around the coop or hanging up for enrichment.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats

• ½ cup cooked and cooled sweet potato or pumpkin

• ¼ cup dried mealworms or black soldier fly larvae (optional protein boost)

• ¼ cup finely chopped veggies (like spinach, carrot, or corn)

• 2 tablespoons flaxseed or sunflower seeds

• 1 egg (to bind)

• Crushed eggshells (cleaned and baked) for added calcium – optional

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).

2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until you have a thick, sticky mixture.

3. Roll into small balls (egg-sized).

4. Place on a lined baking tray and bake for about 15–20 minutes, or until firm.

5. Let cool and serve to your flock!

Fun Serving Ideas:

• Nest them in straw “Easter baskets” for your hens to peck through.

• Hang with twine for pecking enrichment. Our Poultry Vegetable Basket would be perfect for this.

• Hide them around the run for a little “Easter egg hunt.”

 

 

• Things to Keep in Mind:

• No yogurt: Unlike dogs, horses and cows aren’t designed to digest dairy well, so skip the yogurt entirely.

• Watch the sugar: Apples and carrots are naturally sweet, so keep portions small—especially for horses prone to laminitis or cows with metabolic concerns.

• Serve sparingly: Treats should only make up a very small portion of their diet.

• Clean up any uneaten treats to avoid attracting pests.

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