Happy Thanksgiving, Paw-Friends!

My dogs love sweet potatoes and I roast them for myself all the time, sharing a few bites with them before I add the oil and spices for roasting.  Lucky for them, I always buy extra potatoes so I can make them one of their favorite, low calorie dog treats.  These treats are easy to make, though they do take time in your oven, so make them in advance of the holidays, and store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to three weeks. That way, you'll have a nutritious treat to give your dogs all through the holiday season.  And the best part?  These are Ozzie, Henley and Westley approved!

Sweet Potato Bites

Preheat your oven to 250 degrees

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper

Wash two medium or one large sweet potato

Use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer to slice your potatoes into 1/4 inch thick, round slices

Arrange on the baking sheets so the slices don't touch

Bake 2.5 to 3 hours, flipping the slices halfway through

Slices should appear dried out with crispy edges and chewy centers,

 so adjust your bake time accordingly

Allow to cool completely before storing

I hope your dogs enjoy these as much as mine do and they are a much safer option for treating your dogs than many of the other offerings at your holiday table.

As always, if you have questions about your pet's behavior, you know where to find me.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!