Homemade Tuna & Yogurt Cat Treats

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"Closeup of frozen tuna and yogurt cat treats with catnip in a blue silicone mold on a marble countertop"

Homemade Tuna & Yogurt Cat Treats

A healthy, protein-packed frozen treat your feline friend will adore!

KEY INFO

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Chill Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 12-15 treats

Difficulty: Easy

Cost: Under $5

DIETARY INFO
  • Grain-free
  • High-protein
  • Contains probiotics
  • Allergens: Fish, dairy
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
Essential:
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or whisk
  • Ice cube tray or silicone mold
  • Measuring cups and spoons
Optional:
  • Food processor (for smoother texture)
  • Piping bag
INGREDIENTS
  • 1 can (5 oz/142g) tuna in water, drained
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) plain unsweetened yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon catnip (optional)
Optional Add-ins:

Bright sunlit kitchen with fresh ingredients on the countertop, a steel mixing bowl containing a prep mix of tuna and yogurt.

METHOD
  1. Drain tuna thoroughly in a colander.
  2. Place tuna in mixing bowl and mash well with a fork until you achieve a smooth consistency.
  3. Add yogurt and optional catnip, mixing until completely combined.
  4. If using add-ins, incorporate them now until well blended.
  5. Carefully spoon or pipe mixture into ice cube tray/mold cavities, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Freeze for 2 hours or until completely firm.

Close-up view of a fork mashing pink tuna flakes into a white ceramic bowl for a cat treat preparation process.

CRUCIAL TIPS
  • Never use yogurt containing artificial sweeteners
  • Ensure tuna is thoroughly drained to prevent ice crystals
  • Let treat thaw slightly (1-2 minutes) before serving
  • Limit to 1 treat per day as part of a balanced diet

Piping treats into a pastel blue silicone mold with a smooth creamy mixture in a clean, modern kitchen setting

STORAGE
  • Keep in airtight container in freezer
  • Best used within 1 month
  • Label container with date made

Worker placing a filled mold into a modern freezer with cool blue lighting to initiate the freezing process, the frost forming a crystalline texture on the surface

VARIATIONS
  • Swap tuna for canned salmon
  • Use bone broth instead of chicken broth
  • Add 1-2 teaspoons pureed pumpkin for fiber
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
  • Using flavored yogurt
  • Overfilling molds
  • Serving treats completely frozen
  • Adding too many optional ingredients
SCALING
  • Recipe doubles easily
  • Adjust freezing time accordingly for larger batches
  • Use multiple molds if scaling up

Various frozen treats arranged in a cat dish garnished with catnip leaves under soft window light

My cats go absolutely wild for these treats, especially during summer months. They’re not only delicious but also provide a healthy dose of protein and probiotics. Remember to introduce any new treat gradually and watch for any adverse reactions, though these ingredients are generally safe for most cats.

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