Did you know that you can make your own cat treat recipes? Yes! And, they are so easy! Most importantly, even the pickiest cat won’t refuse our crunchy Homemade Salmon Cat Treats.
With just a little effort you can bake 500 kitty treats for a fraction of the cost of commercial cat treats, and the ingredients are sure to be more wholesome.
On top of that, it will help your cat maintain a healthy diet that, ultimately, every cat owner wants.
For a special treat, you can add a little catnip to the dough. Just don’t be surprised if all of the neighbor’s cats show up at your front door looking for cat snacks!
FAQ
Is canned salmon safe for cats?
Yes, canned salmon is generally safe for cats to eat in moderation. However, it is important to ensure that the canned salmon does not contain any added ingredients such as salt or seasoning that may be harmful to cats.
How long will the cat treats keep?
Stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator the treats will keep up to a week.
Can you split the recipe or do you have to make them all at once?
The best way is to bake what you can safely use in one week. Then, freeze the cat treat dough and take it out and bake it as needed for more delicious treats.
Our kitties play a special part in our lives and it is great to be able to “treat” them every now and again.
And, what better way to treat your furry friend than with tasty salmon crunchy treat?
It is one of our favorite cat treat recipes and I haven’t seen a kitty cat yet that will turn down fishy treats 🙂
Homemade Salmon Cat Treats
Ingredients:
6-7 ounces of canned salmon, with the juice 1/2 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup non-fat dry milk 1 egg 1 tablespoon cooking oil 2 tablespoons water 1 cup flour (whole wheat flour or all-purpose)
How to make these tasty kitty cat treats for your feline friend:
Heat oven to 350 F.
Combine all ingredients except the flour and mix well.
Slowly add the flour, stirring well until dough forms. It is very heavy dough, so you may need to put on gloves and mix it by hand.
Place dough on a floured surface and knead it a few times.
Flatten dough and turn it over to coat with flour.
Roll out a little less than 1/4-inch thick.
With a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut into small kitty-bite-size pieces.
Cutting the dough crisscross works well and gives you small squares.
You can also roll each of those squares into a ball and press them with your finger to make flat round treats. (Children love to do this.)
Place on ungreased baking sheets and bake for 10-15 minutes.
Watch carefully as they can burn quickly.
If you don’t want to bake them all at once, the dough may be wrapped well and frozen.
Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
Makes approximately 500 treats.
Print this recipe for tasty salmon cat treats:
Yield: Varies according to size
Homemade Salmon Cat Treats Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Even the pickiest cat won’t refuse these crunchy homemade salmon cat treats. With just a little effort you can bake 500 kitty treats for a fraction of cost.
Ingredients
6-7 ounces of canned salmon, with the juice
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup non-fat dry milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon cooking oil
2 tablespoons water
1 cup flour (whole wheat flour or all-purpose)
Instructions
Heat oven to 350 F.
Combine all ingredients except the flour and mix well.
Slowly add the flour, stirring well until dough forms. It is very heavy dough, so you may need to put on gloves and mix it by hand.
Place dough on a floured surface and knead it a few times. Flatten dough and turn it over to coat with flour. Roll out a little less than 1/4-inch thick.
With a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut into small kitty-bite-size pieces. Cutting the dough criss-cross works well and gives you small squares. You can also roll each of those squares into a ball and press them with your finger to make flat round treats. (Children love to do this.)
Place on ungreased baking sheets and bake for 10-15 minutes. Watch carefully – they can burn quickly.
If you don’t want to bake them all at once, the dough may be wrapped well and frozen.
Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
The easy answer is yes!Your cat can eat salmon. However, like all good things, salmon should be fed to your cat in moderation. If you feed them too much salmon, they may decide they like it so much, that they won't eat anything else — and that's no way to feed your cat a healthful, balanced diet.
Freeze your salmon for 1 hour to make it firm enough to cut easily. Cut the filet into thin, uniform slices to ensure that they will dehydrate fully and at the same speed. If you are making these treats for a cat, make sure to cut the salmon into smaller 'bite-sized' pieces.
Not only are these chicken and cornmeal homemade cat treats from Sustainable Slow Living a delish treat for your kitty, with only three ingredients, they're very easy to whip up. All you need is a 5 ounce can of chicken, cornmeal and an egg and voila! A tasty cat surprise.
Cats that love lamb kibble may want a crunchy lamb treat, while cats that only eat soft food may only nosh on soft treats. And if your cat is highly selective, you might want to try small freeze-dried or dehydrated 100-percent meat treats to tempt them. Pungent-smelling treats are also more likely to interest a cat.
If the salmon has been deep-fried or cooked at a high temperature, its nutritional quality is likely to be reduced. Roasted, grilled or poached salmon is a healthier option for your cat. Never season the salmon or add other flavourings, dressings or ingredients, as these can be toxic to cats.
While fish is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, it can be deficient in certain essential nutrients, such as taurine. On the other hand, chicken is a lean source of protein and is generally easier to provide in a nutritionally complete and balanced form. Allergies and Sensitivities: Some cats may develop.
In moderation, canned salmon won't kill your cat, but you're still better off not sharing it with them. It can be extremely high in sodium and other preservatives, and eating a bunch of salt can cause serious health issues for cats.
While wet treats provide advantages for all cats, their benefits become even more pronounced for those felines who don't have a strong inclination towards drinking water. For pet owners facing the challenge of their pets avoiding the water bowl, these treats can prove to be a secret weapon to combat dehydration.
Shift the salmon pieces to the dehydrator racks.Turn on the dehydrator and let the slices dry at 145 degrees F for three to four hours. Once the color of the slices turns reddish-brown, you can pull them out of the machine.
Although many cats love the taste of this salty and sweet spread, cat parents should avoid giving their feline friends peanut butter. It provides no nutritional value and, more importantly, certain ingredients, like fat and added artificial sweeteners, can be harmful or even toxic to cats.
Applesauce may seem harmless, but prepackaged applesauce may be filled with chemicals and preservatives that a whole apple wouldn't have. On the other hand, if you're fixing homemade applesauce and your cat takes a lick or two, it won't have any harmful effects, as pureed foods are easier to digest for cats.
Cats can eat canned tuna, as long as it is packed in spring water only and has no seasonings or additives. Never feed your cat tuna in brine or sunflower oil, which is for human consumption only. Brine is salt water, and its high sodium content can lead to an electrolyte imbalance in your cat.
Whether you're feeding a cat or a kitten, “Cats need animal-based protein as part of their main diet,” explains Purina Nutritionist Karina Carbo-Johnson, MS. Some protein-rich foods cats like to eat include: A variety of fish, such as salmon, trout, tuna and whitefish. Poultry like chicken, turkey and pheasant.
Cats love the taste of milk because it is high in fat. They will often choose to drink it even if it results in an upset stomach. If your cat is fed a high quality, balanced diet they do not need the extra fat from drinking milk, no matter how much they like it.
Fish is NOT a proper protein source for cats. Fish are an allergen, meaning it creates an allergy in your animal when they eat it. If you want to give your cat an infrequent treat, try small bits of dehydrated chicken liver or freeze-dried chicken hearts. Skip the fish.
Fish can be a tasty occasional addition to a cat's diet when fed safely and in moderation. The high levels of protein found in many types of fish, as well as omega-3s have been proven to promote healthy skin and shiny coats, while assisting joint health by reducing inflammation.
While it's generally safe for cats to eat salmon skin, it should be given with caution and only occasionally. Salmon skin is high in fat, which could contribute to weight gain and related health issues if consumed in excess.
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