Did you know that National Peanut Butter Day just passed on January 24th? If there was ever a holiday that our dogs could get behind, this one is it! Except for March 1st, which we just discovered is National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day. Most of the dogs we know would definitely raise a paw to be included in that group!
In honor of both holidays, here are a few ways to use peanut butter that‘ll make your dogs flip with approval:
The Peanut Butter and Banana Kong (aka “The Stuffed Elvis”): Plug the small hole at the top of the Kong with a dab of peanut butter. Mash up one banana with a spoonful of plain, organic yogurt and fill the Kong. Plug the large hole with peanut butter. Freeze, if you’d like the treat to last longer, or serve right away.
Peanut Butter on the Move: If your dog really loves peanut butter and will gladly work for this reward, then it might be the best treat to have on hand while doing training outside and on walks. But how do you give peanut butter as a treat when you're mobile? Squeeze it from a packet! Try your local natural grocery store for individual packets of organic peanut butter. Cut off a corner and squeeze out some p.b. for your dog to lick. It’s the perfect high-reward treat on the move!
The Cover Up: If your dog is currently on some sort of medication and hates taking their pill, try hiding it in a spoonful of peanut butter!
P.B. and Pumpkin Delight: Here’s an easy recipe for treat that your dogs will surely love. Combine 1 cup canned organic pumpkin, 1.5 cups organic peanut butter, 2 cups of what flour, and two organic eggs. Mix until the form a thick dough. Roll dough into balls, then flatten with fork. Back for 20-30 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool and serve!
Is anyone else dreaming of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich right about now? Before we head off to the kitchen we want to know: what are your favorite ways to give peanut butter to your pups? Let us know on Facebook!