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.

Sweet Potato & Banana Dog Treats

Preparing homemade dog treats can be a comforting way to add care and attention to a dog’s everyday routine. Sweet potato and banana dog treats combine two naturally mild ingredients to create a soft, flavorful snack that many dogs seem…

Apple and Cranberry No-Bake Dog Treat

Preparing simple no-bake treats at home has become one of my favorite quiet kitchen routines. These apple and cranberry no-bake dog treats are especially satisfying to make because they rely on gentle mixing rather than baking. The process feels steady,…

Chicken Spinach Dog Food Recipe

Preparing a simple chicken and spinach mixture for my dog has become one of those steady kitchen routines that feels both practical and thoughtful. The gentle cooking of chicken paired with lightly wilted spinach creates a calm rhythm at the…

Salmon Green Bean Dog Food Recipe

Preparing a simple salmon and green bean mixture for my dog has become one of those steady kitchen habits that feels both practical and thoughtful. The gentle baking of salmon paired with softly simmered green beans creates a calm rhythm…

Chicken Quinoa Spring Dog Food

Preparing a light chicken and quinoa mixture during the spring months has become one of my favorite seasonal kitchen routines. There is something steady and reassuring about simmering quinoa gently while cooking chicken with care. This chicken quinoa spring dog…

Turkey Carrot Homemade Dog Food Recipe

Preparing a simple turkey and carrot mixture for my dog has become one of those steady kitchen habits that feels both practical and thoughtful. The quiet rhythm of browning turkey and gently softening carrots creates a calm moment in the…

No-Bake Coconut Blueberry Dog Treats

Preparing simple homemade treats is one of the ways I like to bring intention into my dog’s routine. These no-bake coconut blueberry dog treats are especially satisfying because they come together with minimal effort and no oven time. The process…

No-Bake Apple Cinnamon Oat Balls for Dogs

Preparing simple homemade treats has always felt like a steady extension of everyday care. These no-bake apple cinnamon oat balls for dogs are one of those recipes that come together quietly and predictably. The process is calm, practical, and easy…