Nog for the Dog (Canine Egg Nog)

- 1 container plain yogurt (32 oz or larger)
- 1 jar baby food (any meat flavor)
- 1 large can evaporated milk
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups water

Blend all ingredients and serve in festive holiday bowls. You can also freeze the left over in ice cube trays and give as a summer treat.

* Also as with any uncooked egg dish please be sure your eggs are super fresh and this does not go un-refridgerated.

ENJOY - 4 Paws Up

Minty Mutt Cookies

- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 cups Bisquick
- 1/2 cup mint chopped leaves
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons margarine
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup corn syrup (light or dark)

Combine all ingredients in food processor, process until well mixed
Roll out on a floured surface to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness.

Cut with holiday shaped cookie cutters, place on non-stick cookie pan.
Bake at 375 F for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Cool and store in air-tight container.

Dory's favorite stocking stuffer for all her doggie pals! If you like you can also melt carob chips and dip the cookies in for a festive look!!

Easy Cheesy Doggie Cookies

Ingredients:

1 3/4 cups cheddar cheese, grated and room temperature

1 stick margarine

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

2 eggs

Steps to Make:

1. Cream cheese with margarine and flour. Mix well then add eggs.

2. Make 2 logs, about 2" in diameter.

3. Chill in refrigerator.

4. Cut into 1/4" slices and place on a greased baking sheet.

5. Bake at 375 F for about 15 minutes or until slightly brown and firm.

6. Store in Airtight container.

Dory says, "YUMMO"!

Peanutty Pup Birthday Cake

Naturally sweet, colorful and flavorful, this cake is simple and easy to make.

· 1 cup flour
· 1tsp baking soda
· 1/4 cup peanut butter
· 1/4 cup vegetable oil
· 1 cup shredded carrots
· 1 tsp. vanilla
· 1/3 cup honey
· 1 egg

Mix flour and baking soda. Add remaining ingredients. Pour into greased 8" round cake pan and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Let cool.

Frosting Options:

Puree cottage cheese in blender for icing. Decorate with more peanut butter and carrots.

or our favorite -

Cinnamon Frosting:

Combine the following ingredients and blend thoroughly: 12 ounces nonfat cream cheese (room temperature) 3 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp honey This recipe rates a "FOUR PAWS UP"!!!!!!!!!!

Frozen Pup Peanut Butter Treats

Frozen Pup Peanut Butter Treats

(* these are basically faux Frosty Paws - but less expensive)

32 oz plain yogurt
2 Tablespoons Peanut Butter (smooth or chunky)
2 Tablespoons Honey
1/3 Cup Water
1 Banana

Mix all ingredients in a blender, pour into small paper cups or other type of containers and freeze overnight. The cups/containers need to be suitable for snack size for your breed of dog.

You can also mix in dog biscuit crumbs, and substitute melon or applesauce for the banana.

Take these out of the freezer, pop them out of the container and give them to your dog for a tasty and cool summer treat!