This Christmas, surprise your pet with the gift of health.  The gift of health does not have to be boring.  In fact, there are many fun and “yummy” all natural gifts you can give your dog or cat.  While the children are opening their gifts, a gift basket for your pet can keep him or her out of some serious trouble!  If you don’t have children living at home, it can be fun to have someone to give a gift to on Christmas morning. 

 
There are many different kinds of treats out there available for your dog or cat.   Be careful going for the cutest gift, as this could be the most dangerous.  There are not only choking hazards to be careful about, but some of the ingredients in many of the “cheaper and cuter” treats or bones can be unhealthy for your pet.

If you do not have any pets, maybe you know someone who enjoys spoiling their furry friend.  Pet Food Café offers a variety of gift baskets for dogs and cats that are filled with all natural pet food.  We have not forgotten the toys!  Dogs and cats both love to play, and we understand their need for fun. 

Try out our fun and healthy gift baskets for your pet this Christmas!  Your dog or cat will love you even more, if that is even possible!

Pet Food Café is here to help you raise a healthy and happy pet so you can enjoy life together for a very long time.  Our all natural pet food, all natural pet supplies, and training tips will ensure your dog or cat has the best life possible. 

It is not too late!   Decide today to “make the switch” to all natural dog food, all natural cat food, and all natural pet supplies.  Your pet deserves the best and Pet Food Café provides the best!

All natural is the way to go with just about everything these days.  Whether you are cleaning your dog’s bedding or giving your cat a bath, all natural is becoming preferred to traditional dog foods and pet supplies.

 
Cats and dogs alike can benefit from all natural homemade dog food.  Going all natural does not have to be boring.  Try these homemade treats for your cat and dog.

Apple Cinnamon Canine Cookies

Ingredients:
• 5 ounces dried apples
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
• 1 cup ice water
• ½ cup corn oil plus 1 tablespoon
• 5 cups flour
• ½ cup carnation powdered milk
• 2 eggs

Instructions:
1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F
Place dried apples in food processor and chop finely.
2. Place apples, cinnamon, parsley, water, oil, flour, dry milk and eggs in a large bowl. 
3. Mix until dough forms.
Roll out dough to ¼ thick on a floured surface.
4. Cut into desired shapes and place on cookie sheet.
5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

Kitty Chicken Bits

Ingredients:
• 1 ½ cups whole-wheat flour
• 1 ½ cups rye flour
• 1 ½ cups brown rice flour
• 1 cup wheat germ
• 1 teaspoon dried kelp or alfalfa
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth
• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 to 2 tablespoons brewer’s yeast

Instructions:
1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Combine the first six dry ingredients. Slowly add oil, broth and chicken.  Mix well.
3. Roll the dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch on a lightly floured surface.  Place it on a greased cookie sheet. Bake until golden brown.
4. Cool.  Break into bite-size pieces. Place pieces in a bag with the brewer’s yeast and shake to coat them.
5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Doggie Chicken Chips

Ingredients

• 2 cooked (boiled) chicken breasts
• 1 clove garlic
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• ½ cup cornmeal

Instructions:
1. Puree chicken and garlic in a food processor or blender.
2. Add in chicken broth. Transfer mixture to bowl and stir in remaining ingredients until it’s not sticky anymore. Cut dough in half and shape each into a 1 ½ inch diameter roll.
3. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill thoroughly.
4. Slice into thin chips. Bake chips on lightly greased baking sheet at 350 degrees F for 25-40 minutes.
5. Turn halfway through baking time. Chips will harden as they cool.

Kitty Fish Balls

Ingredients:
• 1 (8 ounce) can tuna in oil, drained
• 2 ounces cooked herring, skin removed
• 3 baby carrots, boiled until tender, mashed
• 1 egg, beaten
• 3 tablespoons grated cheese
• 2 tablespoons whole grain bread crumbs or rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons brewer’s yeast
• ¼ teaspoon catnip

Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients.
2. Mix well.
3. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place balls an inch apart on a greased cookie sheet.
4. Bake at 350 degree for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and firm.
5. Let cool on wire racks.

Pet Food Café is here to help you raise a healthy and happy pet so you can enjoy life together for a very long time.  Our all natural pet food, all natural pet supplies, and training tips will ensure your dog or cat has the best life possible. 

It is not too late!   Decide today to “make the switch” to all natural dog food, all natural cat food, and all natural pet supplies.  Your pet deserves the best and Pet Food Café provides the best!