Keeping your cat hydrated can play an important role in everyday urinary health. Homemade cat treats give you more control over moisture, salt, and simple ingredients.
These five homemade cat treats for urinary tract support use gentle foods such as chicken, pumpkin, tuna, egg, and unsalted broth. Most recipes stay soft and moist, which can help add a little extra water to your cat’s diet.
Serve these treats in small amounts alongside a complete cat food. Cats with urinary problems should always follow the diet plan recommended by their veterinarian.
1. Chicken and Pumpkin Soft Bites
These soft chicken bites have a mild savory flavor that many cats enjoy. Pumpkin adds moisture and a smooth texture. The treats stay tender, making them easy to break into small serving sizes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked plain chicken breast
- 1 quarter cup plain pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the cooked chicken in a food processor.
- Blend until the chicken becomes finely minced.
- Add the pumpkin, egg, oat flour, and chicken broth.
- Blend again until a thick soft mixture forms.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Spoon small portions of the mixture onto the tray.
- Gently flatten each portion with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Allow the treats to cool fully before serving.
- Store them in the refrigerator in a sealed container.
| Nutrition | Approximate Amount Per Treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 12 |
| Protein | 1.7 grams |
| Fat | 0.4 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 0.4 grams |
2. Tuna and Egg Moist Bites
Tuna gives these treats a rich seafood aroma that can make them very tempting for cats. Egg helps hold the mixture together while keeping the center soft. Added water gives the treats more moisture than many crunchy snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 can tuna in water, 5 ounces, drained
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons oat flour
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon plain pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the drained tuna in a mixing bowl.
- Break the tuna into very small pieces with a fork.
- Add the egg, oat flour, water, and pumpkin.
- Stir until the mixture becomes evenly combined.
- Spoon small portions onto a parchment lined baking tray.
- Shape each portion into a small bite.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Remove the tray while the centers are still slightly soft.
- Let the treats cool before giving one to your cat.
- Refrigerate any remaining treats.
| Nutrition | Approximate Amount Per Treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 11 |
| Protein | 1.5 grams |
| Fat | 0.4 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 0.3 grams |
3. Chicken Broth and Turkey Mini Treats
Turkey gives these mini treats a mild meaty taste. Unsalted chicken broth adds moisture without loading the recipe with extra seasoning. Their small size makes portion control easy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked plain turkey
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons oat flour
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the cooked turkey to a food processor.
- Pulse until the meat becomes finely chopped.
- Add the egg, broth, pumpkin, and oat flour.
- Blend until the mixture holds together.
- Place parchment paper on a baking tray.
- Drop teaspoon sized portions onto the tray.
- Press each portion gently into a small round shape.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes.
- Cool completely before serving.
- Keep leftovers refrigerated and use within several days.
| Nutrition | Approximate Amount Per Treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 13 |
| Protein | 1.8 grams |
| Fat | 0.5 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 0.4 grams |
4. Salmon and Pumpkin Soft Treats
Salmon brings a strong savory flavor and naturally contains useful fats. Pumpkin helps create a soft texture and adds extra moisture. These treats work well for cats that enjoy fish based snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked plain salmon
- 1 quarter cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Check the cooked salmon carefully and remove every bone.
- Flake the salmon into a mixing bowl.
- Add the pumpkin, egg, oat flour, and water.
- Mix until a soft thick batter forms.
- Scoop small portions onto a lined baking tray.
- Flatten each portion slightly.
- Bake for 10 to 13 minutes.
- Remove the treats before they become dry or crisp.
- Cool them fully before serving.
- Store the remaining treats in the refrigerator.
| Nutrition | Approximate Amount Per Treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 15 |
| Protein | 1.5 grams |
| Fat | 0.8 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 0.4 grams |
5. Chicken and Carrot Moist Mini Bites
These chicken treats have a mild savory taste with a small amount of naturally sweet carrot. Broth keeps the mixture soft and moist. The simple ingredient list also makes the recipe easy to prepare at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked plain chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons finely grated cooked carrot
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons oat flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Finely chop or blend the cooked chicken.
- Place the chicken in a mixing bowl.
- Add the cooked carrot, egg, broth, and oat flour.
- Stir until everything is well combined.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Spoon small portions of the mixture onto the tray.
- Shape them into small flat bites.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Let the treats cool completely before serving.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
| Nutrition | Approximate Amount Per Treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 12 |
| Protein | 1.7 grams |
| Fat | 0.4 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 0.5 grams |