Pumpkin Pup Pancakes

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What could be a better start to a long weekend than pancakes?!  And there is no way that Vincent and Zoe would stand for being left out of the fun.  Since it’s pumpkin season I decided to whip them up some pumpkin pancakes!  And it couldn’t be any easier than with only three ingredients and a couple extras if you’re feeling fancy.  As always, this recipe is allergy friendly and every ingredient has health benefits for your fur baby.  And these tummy friendly pancakes are perfect if your fur baby had one too many treats during the season of feasting or during a normal day here in quarantine hahaha. 

Egg 

Eggs are a great source of easily digestible protein for dogs.  So, if your dog is currently having tummy troubles or is prone to tummy troubles eggs are a great way to get in a protein boost without causing more tummy upset.  They should, however, not become your dog’s primary source of protein.  Because eggs are higher in fat than many other proteins, they should be given in moderation.   

Chopped up hard boiled eggs make a great training treat for this reason as well.  They are a high value tasty treat that won’t cause the same tummy troubles that might occur from a hotdog or the large number of store-bought training treats you will run through in a puppy or obedience class.  Veterinarians recommend cooking eggs before giving them to your dogs.  While proper storage can lessen the risk of salmonella there is still a risk when consuming raw eggs.   

Ingredients  

• ½ cup Pumpkin Puree 
• 1 egg 
• ½ tsp Cinnamon 

Optional Ingredients 

• ½ Tbsp Peanut Butter 
• Berries 
• 1 squirt Whipped Cream

Note:  If you choose to add peanut butter make sure you get an unsweetened with peanuts as the only ingredient.  Our favorite berries are blueberries, raspberries and strawberries.  But fresh strawberries that taste like anything are a hard ask this time of year.  And if you want to add a dash of whipped cream to the top, I’m sure the puppuccio fans out there will be super excited! 

Now that we have all the ingredient chatting out of the way let’s get down to business!  Grab a bowl, whisk, your favorite sauté pan (I highly recommend non-stick) and we are ready to go! 

Place pumpkin on a paper towel to drain out some of the excess liquid.  Patting with an additional paper towel will speed up the process.  Heat a small drizzle of canola or coconut oil in your pan on medium heat.

What could be a better start to a long weekend than pancakes?!  And there is no way that Vincent and Zoe would stand for being left out of the fun.  Since it’s pumpkin season I decided to whip them up some pumpkin pancakes!  And it couldn’t be any easier than with only three ingredients and a couple extras if you’re feeling fancy.  As always, this recipe is allergy friendly and every ingredient has health benefits for your fur baby.  And these tummy friendly pancakes are perfect if your fur baby had one too many treats during the season of feasting or during a normal day here in quarantine hahaha. 

Pumpkin  

Canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling) is a very special ingredient if your dog is having poop problems because pumpkin can help whether your dog has constipation or diarrhea.  If your dog is suffering from constipation the high fiber and high-water content can help loosen the stool enough to be passed easily.  Yet at the same time those properties can help add bulk to their stool if they have diarrhea.  Don’t ask me how the magic works, but as a dog mom pumpkin has been my first line of defense against poop problems for years.  It just works. 

And on top of that, the high fiber and water content has yet another benefit!  It is also great for weight loss.  Between quarantine snacks and the inevitable winter baking season that’s now upon us we have all packed on a couple unwanted pounds.  As cute as those extra rolls can be on your dog, they aren’t good for their health.  Replacing a little of their regular dog food with canned pumpkin puree can help them drop a roll and they will be none the wiser.  Vincent and Zoe love pumpkin, but little do they know that the high fiber and water content will keep them fuller for longer but with fewer calories. 

Egg 

Eggs are a great source of easily digestible protein for dogs.  So, if your dog is currently having tummy troubles or is prone to tummy troubles eggs are a great way to get in a protein boost without causing more tummy upset.  They should, however, not become your dog’s primary source of protein.  Because eggs are higher in fat than many other proteins, they should be given in moderation.   

Chopped up hard boiled eggs make a great training treat for this reason as well.  They are a high value tasty treat that won’t cause the same tummy troubles that might occur from a hotdog or the large number of store-bought training treats you will run through in a puppy or obedience class.  Veterinarians recommend cooking eggs before giving them to your dogs.  While proper storage can lessen the risk of salmonella there is still a risk when consuming raw eggs.   

Cinnamon 

Cinnamon is great for diabetic dogs, as well as, dogs that are at a higher risk for developing the disease such as overweight or senior dogs.  It helps to regulate their blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity.  The cinnamon actually blocks the activity of certain digestive enzymes which in turn slows the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream after they eat. 

There are two types of cinnamon Ceylon and Cassia.  They both contain coumarin a chemical that is contained in many healthy foods.  However, coumarin can be toxic in high quantities.  Ceylon cinnamon is lighter in color, more expensive and harder to find.  This kind of cinnamon has lower quantities of coumarin and thus can be consumed in slightly higher quantities.  Ceylon cinnamon is what you will commonly find at the grocery store.  This type of cinnamon is darker in color, less expensive to produce and of the two contains a higher amount of the coumarin.  The common cinnamon is still safe to be consumed by your dog in small quantities.  The amounts I have researched to be safe and listed in the following paragraph are all for the readily available Ceylon cinnamon. 

Cinnamon should only be consumed in very small quantities, but can be sprinkled on their food daily or added to treats like these pancakes to get the benefits.  Never give your dog a cinnamon stick to chew.  This is far too much cinnamon and like anything good for you is harmful in such high quantities.  All they need to see the benefits is 1/8th tsp a day for small dogs to a ½ tsp for larger dogs.  As always, if you are thinking about making cinnamon a part of your daily routine by adding it directly to their food rather than the occasional treat you should consult your veterinarian to see the best daily dosage for your dog. 

Ingredients  

• ½ cup Pumpkin Puree 
• 1 egg 
• ½ tsp Cinnamon 

Optional Ingredients 

• ½ Tbsp Peanut Butter 
• Berries 
• 1 squirt Whipped Cream

Note:  If you choose to add peanut butter make sure you get an unsweetened with peanuts as the only ingredient.  Our favorite berries are blueberries, raspberries and strawberries.  But fresh strawberries that taste like anything are a hard ask this time of year.  And if you want to add a dash of whipped cream to the top, I’m sure the puppuccio fans out there will be super excited! 

Now that we have all the ingredient chatting out of the way let’s get down to business!  Grab a bowl, whisk, your favorite sauté pan (I highly recommend non-stick) and we are ready to go! 

Place pumpkin on a paper towel to drain out some of the excess liquid.  Patting with an additional paper towel will speed up the process.  Heat a small drizzle of canola or coconut oil in your pan on medium heat.

While that is heating, whisk together the drained pumpkin, egg, and cinnamon. 

We are going for cute little pancakes here so use one heaping tablespoon of the batter per pancake.  This recipe will make about 6-8 pancakes. 

Cook about 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.  Cool until just warm to the touch before serving. 

If you want to get fancy now is the time to add your optional toppings.  We went with a drizzle of peanut butter, a squirt of whipped cream and a few berries.  If you need to warm your peanut butter for drizzling make sure to let it cool before serving.  Using a sandwich bag with the corner cut off makes a great little piping bag to use for the peanut butter as well.

What kind of toppings are your dog’s favorites?  Leave us a comment below with your creations.

And don’t forget!  If you make this recipe, I would love to hear how your pups like it!  Please comment below or tag us on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter!  We are @snortandsnarfle everywhere!  Until next time, we love you all! 

Here’s the moment you’ve been waiting for!  The taste test! 

While they loved the pancakes alone, I dare say the peanut butter drizzle and berries pushed it over the edge. 

The peanut butter faces really say it all! 

Today’s outfits are from Park Lane Pup and Frenchiestore!  Park Lane Pup makes high quality knit sweaters for dogs and Frenchiestore among other things makes our favorite head bows like in the photos.  Frenchiestore Code:  SNORTANDSNARFLE10 

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