Tuna Kitty Treats

A homemade treat for you cat.

Recipe Ingredients:

1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup nonfat powdered milk
1/2 can tuna, in oil or 1/2 cup cooked chicken, chopped into small pieces*
1 tablespoon vegetable or cod liver oil
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup water

Cooking Directions:

1. In large bowl, mash the tuna (or chicken). Add the flour and powdered milk, mixing well. Stir in the water, oil and egg, mixing well. Mixture will be sticky.
2. Shape mixture into 1/2-inch sized balls. Place on greased baking sheets. Press balls to flatten.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Remove treats from oven; let sit 5 minutes and then turn treats over and bake another 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on wire rack. Store in an air tight container in refrigerator.

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*Warning: Tuna can be dangerous to a cat if eaten often. It contains an enzyme that breaks down (destroys) vitamin B1 (Thiamine). This can be harmful to a cat and can lead to a deficiency of B1 causing neurological problems such as seizures and can eventually result in death.