Thanksgiving Dinner DIY Dog Treat Recipe

Do you love making homemade dog treats for your pup? This Thanksgiving, show your furry friend extra love with these delicious, vet-approved muffins—crafted just for dogs.

While you’re putting the finishing touches on your turkey dinner, keep your four-legged companion happily occupied with these freshly baked, fall-inspired treats. Packed with seasonal flavors and made with wholesome ingredients, they’re a safe, nutritious way to include your dog in the holiday celebration—and they’ll definitely feel thankful!

Homemade dog muffins arranged on a rustic wooden board beside autumn-themed decorations like mini pumpkins and cinnamon sticks

Ingredients

  • ½ cup canned pumpkin (plain, unsweetened)
  • ½ medium sweet potato
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour (gluten-free option recommended for sensitive dogs)
  • Cooking oil (for greasing the pan)
  • 3 FurPetVo Grain-Free Turkey Bacon Dog Treats (crumbled)

Supplies

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Muffin tray (12-cup)

Yield & Timing

  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Serving size: 1 muffin per dog (adjust portion size based on your dog’s weight and dietary needs)
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Bake time: 15 minutes
  • Total time: 25 minutes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Peel the sweet potato and boil it until tender—about 12–15 minutes.
  3. Drain and mash the cooked sweet potato until smooth.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, canned pumpkin, cinnamon, and eggs. Whisk until fully blended and smooth.
  5. Add the flour in three equal portions, whisking gently after each addition until the batter is uniform and free of lumps.
  6. Gently fold in the crumbled FurPetVo Grain-Free Turkey Bacon Dog Treats.
  7. Lightly grease the muffin tray with cooking oil.
  8. Evenly divide the batter among all 12 cups.
  9. Bake for 15 minutes—or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely before offering to your dog. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
A golden-brown dog muffin placed on a festive napkin next to a small bowl of fresh water and a chew toy, styled for Thanksgiving

Instead of sharing table scraps—which can be unsafe or unhealthy—treat your canine companion to something truly special this holiday season. These homemade muffins are more than just a snack: they’re a thoughtful, joyful way to celebrate your dog—the greatest blessing of all.