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.

Pumpkin Dog Treats

Making pumpkin dog treats is a simple baking routine that feels calm, familiar, and thoughtful. I enjoy preparing treats like these because they use plain ingredients, come together easily, and create a homemade option that can be portioned with care.…

Pumpkin Egg Dog Treats

Making pumpkin egg dog treats is a simple baking routine that feels calm, practical, and thoughtful. I enjoy preparing treats like these because they use familiar ingredients, come together in one bowl, and create a homemade option that can be…

Rice and Vegetable Dog Food

Preparing rice and vegetable dog food is a simple way to bring a homemade touch to your dog’s regular bowl. I enjoy recipes like this because they feel calm, practical, and easy to make with familiar ingredients. This recipe is…

Pumpkin Yogurt Frozen Dog Treats

Making pumpkin yogurt frozen dog treats is a simple freezer recipe that feels calm, practical, and especially nice for warm days. I enjoy preparing treats like these because they require no baking, use familiar ingredients, and can be portioned carefully…

Peanut Butter Banana Dog Cookies

I enjoy making peanut butter banana dog cookies because they feel cozy, familiar, and easy to prepare with simple ingredients. The banana softens the dough naturally, while the peanut butter adds a rich aroma that makes the kitchen feel warm…

Scrambled Egg Dog Food with Veggies

Preparing scrambled egg dog food with veggies is one of those simple kitchen routines that feels calm and useful. I like recipes like this because they use familiar ingredients, cook quickly, and can be served as a thoughtful homemade topper…

Pumpkin Banana Frozen Treats

I enjoy making frozen dog treats because they feel simple, calm, and easy to fit into an ordinary day. Pumpkin banana frozen treats are especially nice because they use familiar ingredients and do not require baking, which makes the process…

Banana Dog Treats

I enjoy making banana dog treats because they are simple, gentle, and easy to prepare with ingredients I usually already have in the kitchen. Bananas are naturally soft and easy to mash, which makes them a comfortable starting point for…

Banana Oat Dog Treats

I enjoy making banana oat dog treats because they are simple, steady, and easy to prepare with ingredients that feel familiar. A ripe banana and oats can turn into a gentle homemade treat without needing complicated steps or unusual pantry…

Mixed Vegetable Dog Food

Preparing mixed vegetable dog food is a simple way to bring a homemade touch to your dog’s regular bowl. I enjoy recipes like this because they use familiar ingredients, cook gently, and create a soft mixture that can be portioned…