Thanksgiving leftovers can become something special for your dog instead of sitting forgotten in the fridge. These easy turkey dog treats use simple ingredients like plain cooked turkey, pumpkin, sweet potato, oats, and eggs.
Each recipe turns safe holiday leftovers into tasty homemade dog treats with very little work. Always use plain turkey without onion, garlic, heavy seasoning, gravy, skin, or cooked bones. These Thanksgiving dog treat recipes are simple, budget friendly, and great for giving your pup a small taste of the holiday fun.
1. Turkey and Pumpkin Soft Bites
These soft turkey dog treats have a mild savory flavor with a touch of natural pumpkin sweetness. Pumpkin keeps the texture moist while turkey adds rich flavor and protein. They are also easy to break into smaller pieces for little dogs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain cooked turkey, finely chopped
- 1 half cup plain pumpkin puree
- 1 egg
- 1 and 1 half cups oat flour
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the turkey, pumpkin, and egg to a large bowl.
- Stir until the mixture looks even.
- Add the oat flour and rolled oats.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop small portions of dough onto the baking sheet.
- Flatten each portion gently with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes.
- Let the treats cool fully before serving.
- Store them in the refrigerator in a sealed container.
| Nutrition | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 32 |
| Protein | 2.5 grams |
| Fat | 1 gram |
| Carbohydrates | 3.5 grams |
| Fiber | 0.5 gram |
2. Turkey and Sweet Potato Bites
Turkey and sweet potato create a soft and slightly chewy treat with a rich holiday flavor. The sweet potato adds natural sweetness without added sugar. These bites are a smart way to use plain mashed sweet potato left from Thanksgiving dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain cooked turkey, shredded
- 3 quarters cup plain mashed sweet potato
- 1 egg
- 1 and 1 half cups whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the turkey and mashed sweet potato in a mixing bowl.
- Add the egg and stir well.
- Slowly add the whole wheat flour.
- Add the water and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Press each ball down slightly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Cool completely before giving one to your dog.
- Refrigerate any remaining treats.
| Nutrition | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 38 |
| Protein | 2.8 grams |
| Fat | 1 gram |
| Carbohydrates | 5 grams |
| Fiber | 0.7 gram |
3. Crunchy Turkey and Oat Treats
These crunchy turkey dog treats have a savory flavor and a firm biscuit texture. Rolled oats give each bite a hearty feel while leftover turkey makes them extra tempting. They work well for dogs that enjoy crisp homemade biscuits.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain cooked turkey, finely minced
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 egg
- 1 quarter cup plain unsalted turkey broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the turkey, rolled oats, and oat flour to a bowl.
- Stir the dry mixture together.
- Add the egg, turkey broth, and olive oil.
- Mix until a firm dough forms.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the dough into small squares or shapes.
- Place the treats on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Turn off the oven and leave the treats inside for another 15 minutes for extra crunch.
- Cool fully before serving.
| Nutrition | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 41 |
| Protein | 3 grams |
| Fat | 1.5 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 4.5 grams |
| Fiber | 0.6 gram |
4. Turkey and Carrot Mini Treats
These colorful mini treats combine savory turkey with the gentle sweetness of cooked carrots. Their small size makes them useful for training or quick rewards. They also help use extra plain carrots from your Thanksgiving meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain cooked turkey, chopped
- 1 half cup cooked carrots, mashed
- 1 egg
- 1 and 1 quarter cups oat flour
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the chopped turkey and mashed carrots in a bowl.
- Add the egg and stir until combined.
- Mix in the oat flour and rolled oats.
- Add the water and stir until the dough holds together.
- Scoop teaspoon sized portions onto the baking sheet.
- Press each portion into a small round bite.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
- Remove the treats and allow them to cool completely.
- Keep leftovers chilled in an airtight container.
| Nutrition | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 29 |
| Protein | 2.4 grams |
| Fat | 0.9 gram |
| Carbohydrates | 3.2 grams |
| Fiber | 0.5 gram |
5. Turkey and Cranberry Oat Bites
Turkey and cranberry create a festive combination with savory and lightly tart flavors. A small amount of plain unsweetened cranberry gives these dog treats a Thanksgiving touch. Oats help hold everything together while keeping the recipe simple.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain cooked turkey, finely chopped
- 1 quarter cup plain unsweetened cooked cranberries
- 1 egg
- 1 and 1 half cups oat flour
- 1 quarter cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mash the cooked cranberries in a large bowl.
- Add the turkey and egg.
- Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Add the oat flour and rolled oats.
- Pour in the water and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop small portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each treat gently.
- Bake for 20 to 23 minutes.
- Allow the treats to cool fully before serving.
- Store the remaining treats in the refrigerator.
| Nutrition | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 34 |
| Protein | 2.5 grams |
| Fat | 1 gram |
| Carbohydrates | 4 grams |
| Fiber | 0.6 gram |
The calorie values are approximate since the exact amount can change with treat size and the ingredients used.