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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='color:#1F497D'>Right and they do sound good too. Make a bunch and take some to the office or school to, “share” with our dogs? They do sound tastey.</span><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'>Best Regards,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:8.5pt;font-family:"MS Shell Dlg 2",sans-serif'>Michael Hingson<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b>From:</b> cagdu-bounces@nfbcal.org [mailto:cagdu-bounces@nfbcal.org] <b>On Behalf Of </b>Tina Thomas<br><b>Sent:</b> Thursday, September 03, 2015 12:24 PM<br><b>To:</b> cagdu@nfbcal.org<br><b>Subject:</b> [Cagdu] FW: Homemade Dog Treats<o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Hello CAGDU community- Below are some fun recipes we can make for our furry pups. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Tina Thomas <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>CAGDU President <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Apple Bones<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>You Will Need:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 large apple<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/4 cup honey<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 cup of water<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 teaspoon cinnamon <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 cup oatmeal <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>peanut butter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Chop up the apple pieces pretty fine. (You can use applesauce if you like)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Combine all of the ingredients except the flour.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Gradually add the flour until your dough is stiff enough to roll out.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• I used this cute, little bone cookie cutter but you can just drop in circles and flatten.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Bake for 30 minutes and then lightly spread peanut butter over them, if desired. <Poppy desired the peanut butter!><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Cook an additional 30 minutes and let cool. The peanut butter will harden making a nice, tasty frosting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Taste them! They're not too bad!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>And these: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>(3 flavors to choose from)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Homemade Dog Treats <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>posted by<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lindsay <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>on<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>October 6, 2013 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Apples, Cinnamon, Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin…these are the flavors of the season. We go crazy for lattes, pie, cookies, candles, everything and anything containing those ingredients or scents. All the while, someone close to you is feeling very left out. Your best friend! Staring at you with those big eyes (I have an expert beggar on my hands), hoping you’ll be kind enough to share a bite. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Don’t leave your dog out when you’re celebrating the tastes of the season! Apples, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin are actually all very common ingredients in homemade dog treats. Dogs love these flavors and they are really healthy for your pup. Homemade dog treats are super simple to make and you can easily tailor the recipe for any special diets. So next time you’re in the baking mood, whip up a quick batch of healthy homemade dog treats for your pooch! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Olive was very patient in letting me photograph her before eating these cookies. They are her new favorite treat! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>I just know your pooch will love these biscuits as much as Olive did, so don’t let fall pass without baking them up at your house too. They’re also great as hostess gifts for pet-loving pals. Imagine the delight when your friends get to indulge in <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>pumpkin cheesecake trifles <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> and their pooch gets a mason jar full of homemade dog treats! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Homemade Dog Treats <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Yield:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>About 2 dozen small treats <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Prep Time:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>5 minutes <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cook Time:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>30-40 minutes <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Total Time:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>35-40 minutes <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ingredients: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Peanut Butter Pumpkin Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 cup pumpkin puree <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>2 eggs <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 cup oats (optional if your dog is on a grain free diet, sub an extra 1/4 cup grain free flour) <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>3 cups whole wheat flour, brown rice flour, or gluten free flour <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>3 tablespoons of all natural peanut butter <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Sweet Potato Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 cup of canned sweet potato (you can sub fresh if you want) <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour, brown rice flour, or gluten free flour <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 egg (beaten) <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Apple Carrot Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 cup of whole wheat flour, brown rice flour, or gluten free flour <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 cup of grated carrots <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1 egg <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Directions: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Peanut Butter Pumpkin Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Preheat oven to 350°F. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In small bowl, stir together the flour, oats, and cinnamon. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin and peanut butter until combined. Stir wet ingredients into dry. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Pour onto a floured surface and roll dough out to 1/2 thick. Cut out using cookie cutter. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The dough will be a little sticky, a dusting of flour for your hands and the rolling pin will help! Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Place on cooling racks and let cool thoroughly. They will harden as they cool. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Sweet Potato Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Preheat oven to 350°F. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Stir ingredients together in a large bowl until dough forms. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Roll dough into small balls and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Press dough down slightly so the biscuits are about 1/4 inch thick. Bake until golden brown and let cool on a wire rack. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Apple Carrot Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Preheat oven to 350°F. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Mix ingredients together until dough forms. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Roll dough into small balls and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Press dough down slightly so the biscuits are about about 1/4 inch thick. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Bake until golden brown and let cool on a wire rack. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Notes: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Peanut Butter Pumpkin Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>These are the treats that are pictured. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 teaspoon of salt can be added to these treats to help extend the shelf life but, it is optional. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cinnamon is fine to use in recipes for dogs, however do not use a pumpkin spice blend or anything that could contain nutmeg. It is toxic to dogs and even in small amounts can make them sick. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sweet Potato Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 teaspoon of salt can be added to these treats to help extend the shelf life but, it is optional. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For Apple Carrot Treats: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If the dough is really sticky, add a few more tablespoons of flour. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1/2 teaspoon of salt can be added to these treats to help extend the shelf life but, it is optional. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Peanut Butter Pumpkin Treats are adapted from <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sweet Pea's Kitchen <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sweet Potato Treats are adapted from <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Brown Eyed Baker <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Apple Carrot Treats are adapted from <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For the Love of Pooch<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.mybakingaddiction.com/homemade-dog-treats/">http://www.mybakingaddiction.com/homemade-dog-treats/</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"Courier New"'>May you have the strength of eagle's wings, the faith and courage to fly to new heights, and the wisdom of the universe to carry you there.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"Courier New"'>Native American blessing<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>-- <br>The Seeing Eye<br>Independence with Dignity since 1929<br><br> <br>If you need to contact one of the list owners for <br>> questions or assistance, please use the following email address: <a href="mailto:seeing-eye+owner@googlegroups.com">seeing-eye+owner@googlegroups.com</a>.<br>--- <br>You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Seeing Eye Discussions" group.<br>To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to <a href="mailto:seeing-eye+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com">seeing-eye+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com</a>.<br>To post to this group, send email to <a href="mailto:seeing-eye@googlegroups.com">seeing-eye@googlegroups.com</a>.<br>To view this discussion on the web visit <a href="https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/seeing-eye/000001d0e125%248ef90b70%24aceb2250%24%40embarqmail.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer">https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/seeing-eye/000001d0e125%248ef90b70%24aceb2250%24%40embarqmail.com</a>.<br>For more options, visit <a href="https://groups.google.com/d/optout">https://groups.google.com/d/optout</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>