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Turkey Pumpkin Meatballs for Dogs

Soft, savory, and made with real wholesome ingredients, these turkey and pumpkin meatballs are perfect for spoiling your dog.
Course Dog Treats
Cuisine Pet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 18
Calories 74kcal
Author Renee Dobbs

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup plain pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup brown rice flour
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

Instructions

  • Combine ground turkey, pumpkin puree, and egg in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour and oats. Add the flour mixture to the turkey mixture and combine well.
  • With a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop the meat and shape into balls.

Oven Method

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165°F. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool completely before serving.

Air Fryer Method

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • Place the balls in the air fryer basket or on the air fryer tray with space between them. You’ll need to cook them in batches. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165°F. Flip the meatballs halfway through cooking for even browning. Place the air-fried meatballs on a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool completely before serving.

Stovetop Method

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place the balls in the skillet with space between them. You’ll need to cook them in batches. Cook, turning to brown all sides, for 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165°F. Place the cooked meatballs on a paper-towel lined plate to drain and cool completely before serving.

Notes

Do not use pumpkin pie mix because it may contain spices toxic to dogs.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 125mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 1079IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg