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.

Homemade Blueberry Banana Dog Treats

There is something especially reassuring about baking dog treats that rely on soft, familiar ingredients and a steady, uncomplicated process. When I make Homemade Blueberry Banana Dog Treats, the kitchen feels calm and unhurried, filled with gentle aromas that never…

Pumpkin Banana Dog Treats

There is something especially comforting about baking dog treats that rely on familiar, gentle ingredients and an easy, unrushed process. When I make Pumpkin Banana Dog Treats, the kitchen feels calm and steady, filled with soft aromas and a rhythm…

Homemade Peanut Butter Carrot Dog Treats

There is something especially comforting about baking dog treats that combine familiar ingredients with a steady, unrushed process. When I make Homemade Peanut Butter Carrot Dog Treats, the kitchen feels calm and purposeful, filled with gentle aromas that signal something…

Homemade Frozen Pumpkin Yogurt Dog Treats

There is something especially comforting about preparing frozen treats that feel calm, steady, and intentional. When I make Homemade Frozen Pumpkin Yogurt Dog Treats, the process feels unrushed and grounding, almost like a small seasonal ritual. It is one of…

Homemade Cheesecake for Dogs

Making a homemade cheesecake for dogs feels like one of those quiet kitchen projects that is as rewarding for the person preparing it as it is for the dog enjoying it. When I first started making Homemade Cheesecake for Dogs,…

Apple Cinnamon Dog Cake

Baking for dogs often feels more intentional than baking for people, and that is part of what makes it so satisfying. When I make an Apple Cinnamon Dog Cake, the kitchen fills with a warm, gentle aroma that feels comforting…

Strawberry Yogurt Dog Cupcakes

Baking for dogs carries a different kind of intention than baking for people, and that is exactly why it feels so rewarding. When I make Strawberry Yogurt Dog Cupcakes, the kitchen feels slower and more thoughtful. Each step is guided…

Chicken and Carrot Savory Dog Cake

Baking a savory cake for a dog feels especially grounding because it leans into flavors that feel natural and familiar. When I make a Chicken and Carrot Savory Dog Cake, the kitchen takes on a calm, purposeful rhythm. There is…

Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Cake

Baking a cake for a dog often feels more meaningful than baking for people, because the intention behind it is so pure. When I make a Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Cake, the focus is on comfort, familiarity, and creating…