rufftie Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 i just bought a dehydrator, used, in case this doesn't work out ;-) i'm hoping to make some healthy treats for the dogs. after all the chicken jerky recalls and the high price, i figure i can do just as well. so, anyone have any good jerky, dried veg-fruit recipes for dogs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smalahundur Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 It is ridiculously simple, but have you tried drying liver? Just boil the liver til firm, cut it up in thin slices, dehydrate. the dried slices are clean in use, and are easily broken in tiny treat pieces. My dogs love it, and it stores really well, I just keep it in a jar in the fridge. For long time storage the freezer is of course your safest bet. I read somewhere people like to season it with cinnamon for an ever higher value treat, I never bothered with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 Wow, that sounds like a good use for liver. I usually use what we get as a raw supplement to their meals. I'll have to try this recipe some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 Here is a link to free dog treat recipes: http://www.doggiestylish.com/Free-Dog-Treats/ I like that they are organized into categories: beef, chicken, etc. I have not had time to try any of them - so if you do and you think one is a home run, please let me know. BTW, what dehydrator and why did you chose that particular one? I have been toying with the idea of buying one. Jovi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelleybean Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 My fave training treat is below. Sometimes I use tuna, sometimes liver. I like it cause It's not greasy or smelly to handle. 4 cans tuna or about a 1b of liver 4 eggs 3 C flour parmesean cheese Blend the tuna (or liver) with the eggs and flour in a food processor. Spread thin on 2 cookie sheets that are covered with no-stick foil (VERY important step!) Sprinkle some cheese on top. Bake at 350 for about 1/2 hr. Remove from the pans/foil and cut into squares, If they seem a bit too moist, I might pop them back in the oven (turned off) for a few more minutes to dry. Freeze till needed. This makes a gallon freezer bag full. My dogs love them! You can substitute cheddar (or any other cheese) for the parmesan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jexa Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 Wow I can't believe I never thought to use our dehydrator for that! We always end up with a ton of extra deer/duck/goose/elk jerky. Can you tell my husband is a hunter? DH usually uses these jerky seasoning mixes you can get at Bass Pro or any outdoors store, and I'm sure they have the recipes for many more online. I'd shy away from seasoning them too much though, as it might irritate their stomachs. I bet just plain meat dehydrated would work great. Also, I'm curious why bother to put them in the fridge? The whole point of dehydrating used to be so that you have food that doesn't have to be refrigerated. Unless you make a huge amount at a time, they should be fine in plastic baggies for at least a few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 My fave training treat is below. Sometimes I use tuna, sometimes liver. I like it cause It's not greasy or smelly to handle. 4 cans tuna or about a 1b of liver 4 eggs 3 C flour parmesean cheese Blend the tuna (or liver) with the eggs and flour in a food processor. Spread thin on 2 cookie sheets that are covered with no-stick foil (VERY important step!) Sprinkle some cheese on top. Bake at 350 for about 1/2 hr. Remove from the pans/foil and cut into squares, If they seem a bit too moist, I might pop them back in the oven (turned off) for a few more minutes to dry. Freeze till needed. This makes a gallon freezer bag full. My dogs love them! You can substitute cheddar (or any other cheese) for the parmesan. You can substitute oatmeal for flour in this recipe very easily. It's actually the only recipe I've ever used, because it's so easy to adapt. You can leave out the eggs and cheese, too. Believe me, the dogs don't mind. Add grated fruits, a little pumpkin, use some grated carrot. They're cheaper than store bought, too. Ruth and Agent Gibbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrecar Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 i just bought a dehydrator, used, in case this doesn't work out ;-) i'm hoping to make some healthy treats for the dogs. after all the chicken jerky recalls and the high price, i figure i can do just as well. so, anyone have any good jerky, dried veg-fruit recipes for dogs? I have been thinking of getting a dehydrator. Please let us know how it works out. Hannah LOVES dried yams, and I have tried drying them in the oven but always revert to the pre-packaged yams. I sure would be saving a lot of money if I could dry them to the right consistency myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carson Crazies Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 4 cans tuna or about a 1b of liver 4 eggs 3 C flour parmesean cheese I use a smaller version of this, and often use oatmeal or whatever else mealy/floury I have on hand. I usually add a clove of garlic, and whatever else suits me. The dogs do backflips for it. Sure does stink up the house, but that is a small price to pay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gideon's girl Posted July 27, 2012 Report Share Posted July 27, 2012 I've been using a dehydrator to make my own beek jerky and dog treats for years and I love it. I always make huge batches and freeze what I won't use in a few days because I use less salt and I don't want to take chances with food poisoning. If your liver is already sliced, you don't need to boil it first. I just sprinkle it with garlic powder and dehydrate. My beef jerky gets marinated for 24 hours in my favorite steak sauce and dehydrated. Nothing simpler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufftie Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 boy, thanks, that all sounds great (if i were a dog and i liked liver!!) i have some liver in the freezer. will try out this weekend some recipes and let you knew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gideon's girl Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 I must admit, I LOVE liver! I eat the dog liver all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufftie Posted July 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 gideon's girl-i'll be coming thru the space coast in the new year, i'll bring you some liver jerky! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gideon's girl Posted July 29, 2012 Report Share Posted July 29, 2012 I'll hold you to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'Elle Posted July 30, 2012 Report Share Posted July 30, 2012 This can be made the same way with tuna, salmon, or whatever you like that can be pureed up with the other ingredients. Liverwurst Fudge (AKA Doggie Crack) ½ roll of liverwurst 2 large eggs or three small 3 tablespoons of coconut oil (liquified) 1 to 2 tablespoons of garlic powder 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese 1 to 1 ½ cups of brown rice flour (or flour of your choice) Blend all ingredients except the flour in a blender, adding enough water that the consistency is like a smoothie. Pour into a bowl and add the flour a little bit at a time until it reaches the consistency of thick cake batter. Spread into a greased 9X13 pan and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Can be cut into small pieces for training treats. Freezes well. Is not crumbly unless allowed to dry out, so keep well wrapped in plastic and refrigerated or frozen until used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufftie Posted July 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 thanks for the crack- i mean dog treats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gideon's girl Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 If your dog likes sweet potato, you can thin slice it and dehydrate it, too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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