11 Cozy, Tasty Fall Recipes for Dogs and Cats
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When sweater weather arrives, nothing hits quite like cozy, fall recipes to warm your body and soul. But while you’re in the kitchen cooking up something tasty and toasty for yourself, you may just feel your pet watching your every move in the hopes of getting a little lick.
The good news (and there’s only good news in this case!) is that fall means plenty of yummy seasonal fruits and veggies that are veterinarian-approved for dogs and cats, from apples to sweet potatoes.
So, this fall, treat your pet to their literal dream come true: a delicious, homemade fall meal they can call their own. From a savory stew and pumpkin spice “latte” to dog-safe game-day treats, here are our favorite pet-friendly fall recipes.
1. Instant Pot Stew for Dogs
No roundup of fall recipes is complete without a warm, savory stew. And to make this recipe even better, it’s super easy—and fast—to whip up any day of the week with the help of a handy Instant Pot.
“There are a variety of fall fruits and vegetables that are safe for your pet to consume such as sweet potatoes, carrots, celery, cucumbers, canned green beans and canned pumpkin, apples, strawberries and bananas,” says Dr. Gavin Casper, DVM, CVA, CVC, managing director of general practice at Hometown Animal Hospital in Weston, Florida.
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2. Turkey Triangles for Cats
This is one of our favorite fall recipes for cats because it’s packed with protein for carnivorous kitties.
It also makes a ton of bite-sized treats, so your cat will have leftovers for days.
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3. Football Jersey Treats for Dogs
Half the fun of watching football throughout the fall and winter months is the snacks, right?
Get your dog involved in all the game-day action with these special dog biscuits made with a football jersey-shaped cookie cutter.
And if you really want to score big points with your furry friend, decorate them with some yummy dog-safe frosting.
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4. Pumpkin Spice Latte for Dogs
It’s that time of year again: pumpkin spice season!
While you’re sipping your cup of fall-flavored joe, consider making your pooch a coffee-free version of this seasonal treat.
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5. Pumpkin Mini Muffins for Cats
Your cat will feel oh-so-posh eating one of these pumpkin mini muffins that look like they came straight from a fancy bakery.
That’s because they even have that crumbly top, which is obviously the best part of any muffin.
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6. Turkey-Cranberry Meatballs for Dogs
These turkey-cranberry meatballs make the perfect Thanksgiving treat for your pup.
All you need is ground turkey, an egg, unsweetened dried cranberries, and a little panko breadcrumbs to hold it all together—and voilà! A delicious feast your dog will be thankful for.
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7. Strawberry Ghosts Treats for Dogs
When spooky season rolls around, pet parents can feel good about giving their pooch these Halloween treats made with pet-safe ingredients, like carob chips. (There are a lot of Halloween treats considered poisonous to dogs, but these aren’t!)
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8. Faux Red Velvet Truffles for Dogs
This Halloween, serve up these red-hued treats to doggies donning their best costumes.
Because chocolate can be toxic to dogs, we swapped it for pet-safe carob chips and fall-friendly pureed beets. And with a hidden training treat in each truffle, this no-bake recipe is sure to be a hit with any dog.
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9. Mini Peanut Butter ‘Mousse’ Pies for Dogs
This Thanksgiving, don’t forget the pups when it comes time for dessert.
Alongside your pumpkin pie, serve up this dog-friendly “mousse” pie made with American Journey Oven Baked Peanut Butter Dog Treats and all-natural peanut butter. It’s one of our top recipes for dogs who can’t resist the power of PB.
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10. Apple-Shaped Treats for Dogs
Did you know dogs can eat apples? Yep, they’re a low-calorie treat packed with vitamin A and a common ingredient in fall dog treat recipes. Because what says “fall” more than a crisp apple?
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11. Cinnamon & Sweet Potato Pup Cups
Break out the frother—because this “pup cup” recipe is anything but just whipped cream in a cup.
For these pumpkin puppuccinos, you’ll need sweet potato, peanut butter, and a sprinkling of cinnamon. Pinkies up!
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The Ultimate Fall Foods Shopping List
During your next trip to the grocery store, why not pick up a few pet-friendly fall fruits, veggies and other seasonal ingredients?
Just don’t forget this one important rule before serving any of these foods to your pets: “Make sure to wash all fruits and veggies before giving to your pets, and don’t forget to never feed your pet onions or garlic—which tend to be popular ingredients in fall recipes,” Dr. Casper says.
- Apples
- Baby golden potatoes
- Bananas
- Beef broth that contains no salt, onions or garlic
- Beets
- Canned pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
- Carrots
- Celery stalks
- Cinnamon (dogs only)
- Cucumbers
- Dried cranberries, unsweetened
- Ginger
- Green beans
- Ground turkey
- Peas
- Pure maple syrup
- Sweet potatoes
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