I know my Dogs will be over the moon when we tell them February 23 is National Dog Biscuit Day because they all love treats. Last night David made us Fried Chicken for dinner and he made treats for the Dogs from the flour he used to season the Chicken. In Charlie’s Homeschool Cooking Class today were going to research online and find more recipes for treats for the dogs. Then we will be taking a Field Trip to pick up Cookie Cutters and pans to make the treats in. Would you like to go with us?
On February 23 your dog doesn’t want a pat, to be scratched behind his ear, or to run after a stick. What he really wants is his biscuit because it’s National Dog Biscuit Day! This day is also known as Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day. It’s the best day of the year for dogs. It’s also a day to pamper your pooch because he deserves it. After all he’s your best friend. So, give him his favorite biscuit, or even better- stock up on his favorite treats.
FACTS ABOUT DOG BISCUITS
- A butcher in England in the 1800s was trying a new recipe for Biscuits that turned out to be terrible so the butcher gave one of the Biscuits to his dog who loved it.
- Before we had dog biscuits, dog bread was a popular snack.
- If you ate a little bit of dog biscuit nothing would happen, its edible!
- Biscuits and other snacks should only make up 10% of a dog’s daily calorie intake or dogs can become overweight!
NATIONAL DOG BISCUIT DAY ACTIVITIES
- Call your friends and have them join you for a doggie play date and ask them brings their dog’s favorite biscuit, then create little goodie bags containing one of each for the dogs to take home.
- Visit your local animal shelter and coordinate an adoption day as al gift, donate f dog biscuits that can be given to the new pet parents.
- Get festive, get messy, get decorative! Invite friends, buy plain dog Biscuits like Milk-Bone’s Classic Dog Biscuits then grab dog-safe decorating icing, and have fun decorating.
WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL DOG BISCUIT DAY
- There are a variety of dog biscuits that are made with various premium ingredients which provide a daily dose of protein and multivitamins that help your dog maintain a healthy diet throughout their life.
- Training a new pup can be hard work but if you use dog biscuits to reward a well behaved dog, it is a simple and proven method that reinforces positive behavior.
- Dog Biscuits are one of most pups’ favorite treats because they’re packed with real meat, vegetables, and savory flavor.
Recipe for Dog Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup toasted wheat germ
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Combine flour, wheat germ and cinnamon. Stir in remaining ingredients. On a floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a 3-in. bone-shaped cookie cutter.
- Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until bottoms are lightly browned (tops may crack), 30-35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
