Oatmeal for Dogs
Cooking oatmeal for dogs is easy to do on the stovetop or in the microwave with only 2 simple ingredients.
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 10kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- ½ cup Old-fashioned Rolled Oats
Instructions
- Stovetop: Pour water into a pot over high heat. Bring to a boil. Stir in oats. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened and the oats have absorbed the water. Remove from heat, and allow to cool.
- Microwave: Combine water and oats in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Stir and allow to cool.
- Serve plain or stir in mix-ins for additional flavor.
Notes
Nutrition information is for 1 tablespoon of plain oatmeal. The recommended serving is 1-2 tablespoons per 20 pounds of dog weight up to 2 times per week. Consult with your vet to get the appropriate amount for your dog.
Mix-in Options:
- Banana
- Berries - Blueberries, Raspberries, or Strawberries
- Unsweetened Applesauce
- Peanut Butter (natural without any sweetener, xylitol is toxic)
- Plain Pumpkin Puree (not pie filling)
- Seeds - Ground Flax, Hemp, and Chia
- Cinnamon - up to ½ teaspoon
Nutrition
Calories: 10kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.03g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg