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.

Beef Carrot Dog Food Recipe

Preparing a simple beef and carrot dish for my dog has become one of those steady kitchen habits I genuinely value. There is something grounding about working with just a few familiar ingredients and letting them come together slowly. This…

Chicken Brown Rice Dog Food Recipe

Preparing a simple chicken and rice dish for my dog has always felt like a return to basics. There is something steady and reassuring about cooking familiar ingredients and combining them carefully. This chicken brown rice recipe has become one…

Lamb Lentil Stew Dog Recipe

There is something especially grounding about preparing a warm, hearty stew for my dog. The slow simmer, the simple chopping, and the steady rhythm of stirring create a calm kitchen moment that feels intentional and caring. This lamb lentil stew…

Salmon Quinoa Power Bowl Dog Recipe

Preparing a fresh bowl for my dog has always felt like a steady, intentional part of our routine. I appreciate knowing exactly what goes into his food, especially when I am adding something homemade alongside his regular meals. This salmon…

Beef, Carrot, and Green Bean Dog Dinner Recipe

There is something deeply grounding about preparing a hearty, savory meal for dogs that feels substantial, familiar, and thoughtfully prepared. When I make this Beef, Carrot, and Green Bean Dog Dinner Recipe, the process feels steady and comforting, much like…

Pumpkin & Apple Crunch Sticks for Dogs

There is something especially satisfying about making dog treats that are designed to be crunchy, structured, and enjoyed slowly. When I make Pumpkin & Apple Crunch Sticks for Dogs, the process feels calm and intentional, centered on texture and consistency…

Apple & Carrot Chew Sticks for Dogs

There is something especially satisfying about making dog treats that are meant to be chewed slowly and enjoyed over time. When I make Apple & Carrot Chew Sticks for Dogs, the process feels calm, intentional, and focused on texture rather…