Ideal pancreatitis dog treat recipe
By Bev Cobley for BDWS
A pancreatic diet is first and foremost very low fat but also with no added processed sugars, so as an example in this recipe the only fat is what is in banana and the only sugars are the natural simple ones already in the ingredients, hence no butter, no oil, no honey, no malt and no fats.
Inflammation of the pancreas is generally referred to as pancreatitis. It is very painful for dogs and humans. The pancreas is the organ that produces enzymes that assist with the processing of sugars in the body.
Feeding a dog that has been diagnosed with this is condition can be a bit mind-blowing ...but...all is not lost and it doesn't mean you cannot feed natural or give treats. I like homemade as I know 100% what's in them.
It is scary, frightening even, when you see that huge pool of blood filled diarrhea and your heart sinks into your gut and your shaking from head to toe then yep, all sorts goes through the brain.
I have had clumber rescues over the years, generally old boys that have had this condition, and I have had to learn and manage food-wise.
But when my youngest girlie, that I have had from pup started, and when I was then feeding low fat but she still was getting outbreaks, I had to start the what causes? What works ... without denying her the yummy stuff.
Please, do not self diagnose this possible condition, if you not sure and there is poo looking like unset blackcurrant jam or jelly, then vets asap.
For this recipe we are using Pinhead oats, but you can use rolled oats found everywhere. Pinhead oats can be bought on Amazon here. Also using bone-shaped biscuit cutters you can get here.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 2 large carrots
- 28ml/2 fl oz apple or cranberry or vegetable juice (no citrus juice) mixed with equal amount of water.
- 340g/12 oz of polenta (or wholemeal flour or semolina)
- 226g/8oz of rolled oats (I'm using pinhead oatmeal)
NUTRITION
If averaging around 40 biscuits per recipe.
Per biscuit:
- 38kcal energy
- 0.3 g of fat
- 1.3 g of protein
- 8.5 g of carbs
METHOD
1. Our ingredients.
2. Add a medium sized banana to a large bowl.
3. Mash
4. Grate two large carrots.
5. Add carrots to bowl.
6. Weigh out 226g (8oz) of rolled oats or pinhead oats.
7. Add oats to bowl.
8. Weigh out 340g (12oz) of polenta (you can use wholemeal flour or semolina instead).
9. Add polenta to mixing bowl
10. Add 56ml (2 fl oz) of apple juice to measuring jug ( or use cranberry or vegetable juice (but no citrus juice).
11. Add the same amount again of water.
12. Add your liquid to the mixing bowl.
13. Give the ingredients a mix.
14. Now is the time to add more liquid if needed. This is dependant on your ingredients. Knead thoroughly. Really work it with your hands. You want it to be just like a pastry or scone mix
15. Roll out your dough to around 1/4 inch thick.
16. And cut into shapes.
17. Place biscuits on baking tray.
18. Place in oven at 200c (392F/Gas mark 6).
19. Cook for around 20-30 mins depending on thickness.
20. Leave to cool.
21. Place in dog jar.
My dogs are trying to tell me something, but I don't know what!
hi my dog doesn’t like banana can i use sweet potato or apple instead.
Hi! My 10 year old snorkie was diagnosed with Cushings. On top of it, she is having a second pancreatitis attack. She has been on a prescription low fat diet for 5 years (when she had the first attack). Would these be ok for her to eat? I don’t trust anything from store’s. Thank you!
Hi. I’m making these for the first time ☺️
Can I freeze the dough mixture until later ?
Or do I have to cook them, then freeze ????
Thank you ????
Id cook then freeze
Haha they don’t last long enough for my two cavaliers 💗
I made these a week ago and my dog loves them, but they have started to mold. Made with whole wheat flour and followed all directions. Any ideas why they might have molded – cooled and stored in air-tight container.
Hmm, not sure, maybe it was warm. Put them in the freezer next time and take out one when you need it.
My little toy poodle X Maltese has her second attack and now I’m cooking everything for her. I want to try this recipe but I’m confused about the juice. Ive been told no sugar…
I am using vegetable stock
Hi Jamie
My Jack Russel has just been diagnosed with pancreatitis and I have been looking for a recipe to make home-made biscuits with which to feed her, since i cannot afford those sold by the vet. Would these suffice as main meal biscuits or are they simply treats? Please advise. many thanks . Kathy
These are just treats!
Hi
Well sweetie how long is a piece of string bless ???? as he a lab he could probably vacuum up a tray full ????…I need much more info on his current diet to be accurate and if you are
using treats as a training reward.
Is he on a weight loss diet? He sounds rather over weight which in itself will cause / aggravate pancreatic problems and these biscuits are not ideal in your circumstances…Ask Jamie for my email and send me some pics and I will advise you gladly.
Bev
Hi
Am sorry to hear this ..hugs
My generic answer would be yes but in all honestly I need much more information to give you a specific answer.
Please ask Jamie for my email so we can discuss further and I will help you ( free of charge )
Bev xx on nose to the wee one
Hi, my. Border Terrier potentially had Gallbladder Mucolele, he’s currently on a low fat diet and early indications show this is having a positive effect.
However, I’m now terrified of giving him anything that may jeopardise this! Do you think these biscuits would be suitable for him?