Barbara D Helms

Barbara D Helms

I'm a dog mom and home cook who started making my own dog food after my pup Biscuit kept turning his nose up at store-bought treats. At puptreaty.com, I share simple, vet-checked recipes that are easy to make at home. My goal is to take the guesswork out of feeding your dog real, safe food. Learn more on the About page.

Low-Fat Chicken Dog Food

I enjoy preparing low-fat chicken recipes for dogs because they feel simple, calm, and practical. This kind of homemade food focuses on plain ingredients, gentle cooking, and a soft texture that fits naturally into a steady feeding routine. Low-Fat Chicken…

High-Protein Chicken Dog Meal

I enjoy preparing high-protein chicken meals for dogs because they feel simple, practical, and grounded in everyday care. A recipe like this uses familiar ingredients and a steady cooking process, which makes it approachable for home cooks who want a…

Soft Chicken Dog Food for Senior Dogs

Preparing soft food for an older dog often feels gentle and personal. I like recipes like this because they focus on simple textures, familiar ingredients, and a calm cooking process that fits naturally into a caring routine. Soft Chicken Dog…

Soft Peanut Butter Dog Cookies

I enjoy making soft peanut butter dog cookies because they feel warm, simple, and gentle. The dough comes together easily, and the finished cookies have a tender texture that can be easier to break into small pieces. This recipe feels…

Crunchy Peanut Butter Dog Cookies

I enjoy making crunchy peanut butter dog cookies because they feel classic, simple, and satisfying to prepare at home. The dough is easy to mix, the cookies bake into a firm texture, and the finished treats store neatly for occasional…

Blueberry Oat and Yogurt Dog Biscuits

Blueberry Oat and Yogurt Dog Biscuits are a gentle homemade treat that feels simple, fresh, and easy to prepare. I like making recipes like this because they use familiar ingredients and create a small biscuit that can fit naturally into…

Peanut Butter Oat Dog Cookies

I enjoy making peanut butter oat dog cookies because they feel classic, simple, and steady. The ingredients are easy to recognize, and the dough comes together in a calm way that makes homemade treat baking feel approachable. This recipe feels…

Homemade Carrot Dog Cookies

I enjoy making Homemade Carrot Dog Cookies because they feel simple, practical, and naturally suited to a calm kitchen routine. Carrots are easy to find, easy to prepare, and they bring a mild sweetness that works nicely in a homemade…

Chicken and Rice Dog Food Recipe

Chicken and Rice Dog Food Recipe is a simple homemade option that feels calm, familiar, and easy to prepare. I like making recipes like this because they use gentle ingredients and create a soft mixture that can fit into a…