Chocolate is never recommended for pets but that’s no reason you can’t treat your favorite feline or precious pooch a delicious fudgy treat. While this recipe will certainly not be tempting to people it drives cats and dogs quite crazy with its tasty texture. Here’s what you’ll need to begin: 1/2 Cup dried powdered milk 1/2 Cup wheat germ 1 Teaspoon honey 1 small jar baby food liver or veal Stir together powdered milk and wheat germ. Drizzle honey over mixture and bland well. Stir in baby food- consistency should be fudgy. Roll into bite-size* balls and flatten with a f... [continue reading]

As of April 5th, 2007 some ninety brands of cat and dog food have been recalled due to impurities that have family pets sick and dying. All the more reason to prepare your own treats with wholesome ingredients from your own kitchen. This recipe makes snacks suitable for dogs and cats – just make the size appropriate for your pet. To make these you’ll need: 2 1/2 Cups whole wheat flour 1/2 Cup powdered milk 1 Teaspoon garlic powder 1 Egg, beaten Meat drippings for flavoring and moisture In a large mixing bowl combine flour, powdered milk and garlic powder. Add egg and mix dough th... [continue reading]

We all know how much kitties love catnip. Here’s an easy recipe for Kitty Crunchers that will drive your cat wild: Mix Together: 1 Cup Whole Wheat Flour 1/4 Cup Soy Flour 3 Tablespoons Wheat Germ 1/3 Cup Powdered Dry Milk 1 Tablespoon Catnip Flakes Cut in: 2 Tablespoons Butter Gently beat together: 1 Egg 1 Tablespoon Unsulphured Molasses Add egg mixture to dry ingredients and blend well. Roll out onto lightly floured surface and use a pizza slicer to cut into cat-bite-sized pieces. Place almost touching onto a greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about twenty minut... [continue reading]

Catnip is a perennial mint which means that once it’s established it will seed itself and grow year after year. Which is a fine thing, because if your cat is in the majority he or she will go absolutely bonkers for it. Sure you can buy dried catnip at most any pet store but that kind is a pale version of what you can grow in your own garden. If space is tight you can also grow catnip in a clay pot. Whether you choose to grow your catnip in the ground or in a container the instructions are basically the same and are as follows: Start with good quality soil or potting mix. Moisten thoroug... [continue reading]

If your kitty has a taste for ‘people food’ here are three easy recipes for yummy lunches that your little feline friend will adore: Kitty Kookies Smash together one tin of sardines, 1/4 Cup Powdered Dry Milk and 1/2 Cup Wheat germ. Roll into small balls and place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Flatten gently with a fork and bake at 350 degrees until just browned. Cool before serving and store leftovers in an airtight container in refrigerator. Savory Salmon Stew 1 Cup Chicken Livers 1 Cup Chicken stock or Bouillon 1 Cup Canned Salmon with bones in 1 Carrot, grated Bring stock ... [continue reading]

Does your kitty bounce off the walls when you’re making tuna sandwiches? Rub against your ankles while you’re preparing a tasty roast for the family? It’s because kitties crave ‘people food’ but what we eat isn’t necessarily what’s best for your cat. Here are three ideas for luscious lunches that are not only delicious but chock full of nutrition that is right for your favorite feline friend: Tasty Tuna Treat While you’re prepping tuna salad for the family, set aside a quarter can or so of tuna fish in oil – the oil is necessary for kitty&#... [continue reading]

Does your cat love to sit nearby while you’re eating, hoping for a scrap here and there? Food is food, after all but random scraps from the dinner table aren’t exactly what your kitty needs. You can satisfy your kitty’s craving for ‘people food’ while providing a balanced diet with this delicious recipe: One Cup chicken broth, canned or homemade One Cup chicken livers One carrot, grated One Teaspoon brewer’s yeast Simmer over low heat for as long as it takes for the livers to start breaking up. Remove from heat and mash gently. Cool before feeding cat ... [continue reading]

Next time you’re preparing a whole chicken reserve the little bag of giblets for making this delicious, nutritious meal for your kitties: 1 bag of chicken organs – neck, liver, heart and giblets 4 ounces chicken liver 1 Cup chicken broth or reconstituted bouillon 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 carrot, grated fine 1/2 Cup cooked rice 1 Tablespoon parsley Simmer chicken giblets in bouillon and saute liver in olive oil. When the meats are cooked thoroughly chop them finely. Tear neck meat off bones and chop fine. Remove to a mixing bowl and stir in remaining ingredients. Cool to r... [continue reading]

Next time you’re preparing a whole chicken reserve the little bag of giblets for making this delicious, nutritious meal for your kitties: 1 bag of chicken organs– neck, liver, heart and giblets 4 ounces chicken liver 1 Cup chicken broth or reconstituted bouillon 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 carrot, grated fine 1/2 Cup cooked rice 1 Tablespoon parsley Simmer chicken giblets in bouillon and saute liver in olive oil. When the meats are cooked thoroughly chop them finely. Tear neck meat off bones and chop fine. Remove to a mixing bowl and stir in remaining ingredients. Cool to room temp... [continue reading]

Does you cat companion enjoy eating people food? Do you like making homemade dishes from scratch? If you answered ‘yes’ to both questions then this article will be of great interest to you. And your kitty. First, understand that cats can’t eat everything that we do. They may want to, but some things, such as beans, are not easily digested in your cat’s system. Neither are legumes such as peas. Other veggies, like carrots and rice are fine. So, if you’re making yourself a dinner of, say, fish and rice then setting a little aside for kitty will be simple, nutritious... [continue reading]