DIY Dog Treat Recipe: Winner, Winner Turkey Dinner

Thanksgiving brings so many delicious foods to our dinner tables—but while sharing the season’s joy with your dog is a lovely way to strengthen your bond, many human foods and spices can turn festive favorites into serious holiday hazards. Give your four-legged family member a safe, special way to celebrate with this easy, pet-friendly treat recipe inspired by turkey, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin.

These homemade Thanksgiving dog treats are simple to make using real, wholesome ingredients—so your pup can savor the cozy flavors of fall without any worry. Best of all? They’re perfect year-round. Your dog will gobble them up!

Freshly baked, golden-brown dog biscuits shaped like turkeys or leaves on a rustic wooden board

Ingredients

  • 1¼ cups FurPetVo Turkey Recipe Grain-Free Oven Baked Dog Treats
  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • ¼ cup unsalted, xylitol-free peanut butter
  • ¼ cup 100% pure canned pumpkin (no added sugars, spices, or preservatives)

Supplies

  • FurPetVo Silicone Baking Pan
  • Measuring cup
  • Can opener
  • Rolling pin
  • Mixing bowl
  • 2 resealable plastic bags

Recipe Details

  • Preparation time: 20 minutes
  • Baking time: 40 minutes
  • Total time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 20 treats

Steps

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Wash and dry the sweet potato. Pierce it several times with a fork, then bake directly on the oven rack for 60 minutes—or until very soft. Let cool completely.
  3. Place the FurPetVo Turkey Recipe treats into one resealable bag. Use the rolling pin to crush them into fine crumbs.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed treats, cooled mashed sweet potato, and pumpkin. Mix thoroughly until a soft, pliable dough forms.
  5. Press the mixture evenly into the FurPetVo Silicone Baking Pan, smoothing the top with damp hands or a spatula.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
  7. Let cool completely in the pan. Once cool, gently press up from the bottom of the pan to release each biscuit.
  8. Transfer the peanut butter to a second resealable bag. Snip off a small corner and pipe a thin swirl or dot onto each treat—like festive “frosting” for your pup’s special snack!
Close-up of three finished treats: one topped with peanut butter swirl, one dusted with pumpkin powder, one with a tiny turkey-shaped decoration

With so many holiday hazards lurking—from rich table scraps to toxic spices—don’t let your dog’s treats add to the risk. This simple, veterinarian-reviewed recipe lets you include your pup in the celebration safely. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, autumn weekends, or just a Tuesday, these treats bring seasonal warmth and wholesome goodness to your dog’s bowl.

This recipe was reviewed by a licensed veterinarian. It is intended as an occasional treat or snack—not a meal replacement. Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily caloric intake. If your dog has allergies, chronic health conditions, or dietary restrictions, consult your veterinarian before introducing new foods.