Yogurt Banana Dog Treats Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Is banana and yogurt good for dogs? ›

Cut the banana into small, 1/4-inch thick pieces and give them to your dog like small treats. Make fruit smoothies from blended frozen banana pieces, along with other dog-safe fruits like strawberries and blueberries, plus some sugar-free—and xylitol-free—plain yogurt.

Blend 32-oz plain yogurt with 3 tbsp peanut butter and a sliced banana until you achieve a pourable consistency. Freeze in ice cube trays or fun molds for about 2 hours before serving.

Dogs love the combination of peanut butter and bananas, and these treats are a perfect blend of both. Mash up a ripe banana, mix it with a spoonful of peanut butter, and add some oats for texture. Shape the mixture into small balls and bake until golden brown. Your pup won't be able to resist these drool-worthy treats!

Yogurt is a good choice for dogs. Try to stay with the natural Greek Yogurt. If you get flavored like strawberry, etc. just make sure it is naturally sweetened . . .not with artificial sweeteners.

What happens if my dog eats too much banana? Bananas are high in potassium so feeding your dog too much banana can give them a stomach upset, like dog diarrhoea or vomiting.

Large dogs can eat one-half of a banana a day, while small dogs should only have two to three small pieces daily. If you're feeding your dog bananas for the first time, monitor them for signs of allergies.

Dogs should never eat any yogurt containing xylitol (also known as birch sugar or birch sap), a common sweetener in human foods. Even a small amount of xylitol-sweetened yogurt is toxic for dogs and may lead to liver failure because it accumulates in the liver tissue.

Dogs can eat Greek yogurt, too. Greek yogurt is considered healthier than standard yogurt because it contains more of those beneficial live cultures. While both Greek yogurt and regular yogurt are made from the same basic ingredient (milk), Greek yogurt is thicker, creamier, contains less sugar, and has more protein.

Can most dogs eat yogurt? Yes, but that doesn't necessarily mean that they should. While yogurt is not toxic to dogs, many canines might have trouble digesting it because it contains lactose. And plenty of pups have trouble with foods that contain lactose, such as milk.

Starting With Protein

The first five ingredients of your dog's food should always start with protein.

Is it cheaper to make your own dog treats? ›

Easy Homemade Dog Treats are made with just 3 ingredients! All it takes is banana, peanut butter, and oats and you can make these cute cookies for your pup, or for a doggy friend of yours. Not only are these easy to make, but they are so much more affordable than store-bought treats and dogs LOVE them!

So, how much should I charge for homemade dog treats? Homemade dog treats sell for between $15 and $25. They should be priced based on how much it costs you to produce them including the ingredients, packaging, and other selling fees. There should be a minimum of 30% profit margin on homemade dog treats.

Yes, dogs can eat bananas. In moderation, bananas are a great low-calorie treat for dogs. They're high in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper. They are low in cholesterol and sodium, but because of their high sugar content, bananas should be given as a treat, not part of your dog's main diet.

So if you're out there looking for yogurt, go for plain flavors. The fact is most dogs love plain yogurt and have absolutely no need for any kind of added sweetness, so all those sugars that make things better for you won't make your dog enjoy it any more than usual anyway.

"Non-fat plain yogurt is safe for dogs in small amounts," says Laura Robinson, DVM and veterinary advisor to Pawp. "Too much yogurt or the wrong type of yogurt can cause some health problems. It can also cause some gastrointestinal (G.I.) upset in certain dogs who may have sensitive stomachs."

Yes! These treats only contain plain yogurt, banana, and natural unsweetened almond butter (or peanut butter without xylitol) – all safe for dogs.

Yes, Greek yogurt is great for dogs, provided it is xylitol-free. Your dog may even like the texture of Greek yogurt more. It's thicker because the whey gets strained out.

In general, for small dogs, a couple of slices of banana is enough, while larger dogs can have up to half a banana. The high fiber content of bananas can help with dog diarrhea, but the high sugar content of bananas can also cause your dog to have an upset stomach.

Can most dogs eat yogurt? Yes, but that doesn't necessarily mean that they should. While yogurt is not toxic to dogs, many canines might have trouble digesting it because it contains lactose. And plenty of pups have trouble with foods that contain lactose, such as milk.