{"id":431044,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:10","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=431044"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:08","slug":"thanksgiving-dinner-with-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Feel-Good Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving Dinner with Dogs that Will Make Tails Wag!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is all about togetherness, and what better way to celebrate than by including your furry friends in the feast? Imagine the joy on their faces as they savor delicious, tail-wagging dishes made just for them. Let\u2019s explore some delightful recipes that will make your dog feel as special as they truly are!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-dogs\/#Festive_Pumpkin_Dog_Treats\" >Festive Pumpkin Dog Treats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-dogs\/#Sweet_Potato_and_Turkey_Poppers\" >Sweet Potato and Turkey Poppers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-dogs\/#Apple_and_Carrot_Chewy_Delights\" >Apple and Carrot Chewy Delights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Pumpkin_Dog_Treats\"><\/span>Festive Pumpkin Dog Treats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/14043062\/pexels-photo-14043062.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Festive Pumpkin Dog Treats\" title=\"Festive Pumpkin Dog Treats\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Lisett Kruusim\u00e4e on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/people-in-halloween-ghost-costumes-sitting-on-grass-14043062\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGoldenRodYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pumpkin-dog-treats-1760455227.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin Dog Treats\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovefromtheoven.com\/pumpkin-dog-treats\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pumpkin Dog Treats<\/a><\/strong> from Love From The Oven<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (121 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Azure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/no-bake-pumpkin-dog-treats-1760455227.jpg\" alt=\"No-Bake Pumpkin Dog Treats\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sizzlingeats.com\/no-bake-pumpkin-dog-treats\/\" target=\"_blank\">No-Bake Pumpkin Dog Treats<\/a><\/strong> from Sizzling Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (40 reviews). Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Beige\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pumpkin-peanut-butter-dog-treats-just-3-ingredients-1760455227.jpg\" alt=\"Pumpkin &amp; Peanut Butter Dog Treats (just 3 ingredients!)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/itdoesnttastelikechicken.com\/pumpkin-peanut-butter-dog-treats-just-3-ingredients\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pumpkin &amp; Peanut Butter Dog Treats (just 3 ingredients!)<\/a><\/strong> from It Doesn&#039;t Taste Like Chicken<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (226 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These pumpkin treats are not only tasty but also healthy for your furry friend. Made with pure pumpkin and a few simple ingredients, they are baked to perfection, giving your dog a crunchy bite that\u2019s hard to resist. The natural sweetness of the pumpkin will have tails wagging in no time!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup pure pumpkin puree (not the spiced pie filling)<\/li>\n<li>2 \u00bd cups whole wheat flour<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup peanut butter (make sure it\u2019s xylitol-free)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these treats so special is their festive flavor\u2014perfect for Thanksgiving! Dogs love the nutty aroma of peanut butter combined with the earthy taste of pumpkin. Plus, they\u2019re super easy to make; just mix the ingredients, roll out the dough, and cut out fun shapes! You can even get creative with cookie cutters that match the holiday theme.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-homemade-pumpkin-dog-treats-for-a-festive-1760455237.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats for a Festive ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DOgkmq6DaTu\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats for a Festive &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baking-festive-dog-cookies-with-cranberry-pumpkin-1760455237.jpg\" alt=\"Baking Festive Dog Cookies with Cranberry &amp; Pumpkin\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CdvR8NEkg4I\" target=\"_blank\">Baking Festive Dog Cookies with Cranberry &amp; Pumpkin<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/diy-fall-pumpkin-dog-treat-1760455237.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Fall Pumpkin Dog Treat\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xOhQAWL1X6w\" target=\"_blank\">DIY Fall Pumpkin Dog Treat<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_Potato_and_Turkey_Poppers\"><\/span>Sweet Potato and Turkey Poppers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/12794879\/pexels-photo-12794879.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet Potato and Turkey Poppers\" title=\"Sweet Potato and Turkey Poppers\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Dmitriy CauseLove on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-of-fresh-citrus-fruits-12794879\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-chicken-or-turkey-poppers-1760455229.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Chicken (or Turkey) Poppers\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fountainavenuekitchen.com\/sweet-potato-chicken-poppers\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Chicken (or Turkey) Poppers<\/a><\/strong> from Fountain Avenue Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chartreuse\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-chicken-poppers-1760455229.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unboundwellness.com\/sweet-potato-chicken-poppers-paleo-aip-whole-30\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers<\/a><\/strong> from Unbound Wellness<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (82 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RosyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-sweet-potato-turkey-poppers-1760455229.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Sweet Potato Turkey Poppers\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mealgarden.com\/recipe\/cranberry-sweet-potato-turkey-exwdu\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Sweet Potato Turkey Poppers<\/a><\/strong> from Meal Garden<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These bite-sized goodies are a perfect blend of sweet and savory, making them an irresistible snack for your pup during Thanksgiving. Made with wholesome sweet potatoes and lean turkey, these poppers are packed with nutrition and flavor. They\u2019re baked to achieve a soft texture that\u2019s easy for your dog to chew!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 medium sweet potato, cooked and mashed<\/li>\n<li>1 cup ground turkey<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup oats<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon parsley (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These poppers are not just tasty; they also provide a great source of vitamins and protein for your dog. The sweet potato adds a natural sweetness that complements the turkey, making it a perfect pairing. Plus, you can easily adjust the recipe by adding or omitting ingredients based on your dog\u2019s preferences and dietary needs. 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Total Time: 1 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/carrot-apple-snack-cake-1760455233.jpg\" alt=\"Carrot Apple Snack Cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/happykidskitchen.com\/carrot-apple-snack-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Carrot Apple Snack Cake<\/a><\/strong> from Happy Kids Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3 reviews). Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These chewy treats are bursting with flavor and are sure to bring joy to your dog&#8217;s day. With the combination of crunchy apples and tender carrots, they are both tasty and healthy. The chewy texture makes them enjoyable for dogs of all sizes, and they\u2019re super simple to whip up!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup grated carrots<\/li>\n<li>1 apple, cored and chopped (no seeds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup oat flour<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup unsweetened applesauce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What sets these chewy delights apart is their fresh, fruity flavor that dogs can\u2019t resist. The natural sweetness of apples combined with the crunch of carrots provides a nutritious treat that feels like a special reward. Plus, they\u2019re perfect for sharing with friends, making them a fantastic addition to your Thanksgiving celebration. Watch as your dog eagerly awaits these delicious bites!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrate Thanksgiving dinner with your dogs in joyful ways that will have their tails wagging and hearts full, inviting you to explore creative ideas for a festive feast together.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":435258,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":3,"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-431044","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dinner","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/431044","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=431044"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/431044\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435258"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=431044"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=431044"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=431044"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=431044"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}