20/02/2023
Did you know you can make pancakes for your dog?
Ingredients:
1 x ripe banana
2 x eggs
½ tsp of coconut oil or sunflower oil
Method:
Mash the banana into a bowl with a fork
Add the eggs, and whisk until a smooth batter is formed (you can use a blender for a super-smooth mix if needed)
Heat the oil in a frying pan
Place the mixture into the pan using a ladle and fry gently on a low-medium heat
Flip the pancake halfway through cooking (about 4 mins on each side)
Dog-friendly pancake toppings your pooch will love:
A small spread of natural (xylitol-free) peanut butter
Dairy-free yoghurt
Blueberries
Sprinkle with kibble or your dog's favourite treats
What toppings should you avoid?
Citrus fruits like lemon: Though lemon and sugar might be the perfect pairing for us humans on pancakes, the citrus extract in fruits like lemon can cause an upset stomach or digestive problems for our pooches, so it's best to steer clear of it this pancake day.
Dried fruit - When fruit is dried, the sugars get concentrated, making dried fruits like dates, figs, and apricots too high in sugar for dogs.
Chocolate: While a layer of chocolate spread on pancakes may be a nice treat for us humans on Shrove Tuesday, chocolate can cause your dog to experience an increased heart rate and it can also cause unwanted stress on your furry-friends kidneys and nervous system. If your dog eats even a small amount of chocolate, you should arrange an immediate appointment with your veterinarian, and in the meantime monitor their behaviour very closely for any symptoms or sickness.
Thanks to Sean McCormack from Tails for the recipe and information. https://tails.com/gb/
