Liver Training Treats

Looking for healthy, high-value treats to motivate your dog during training? These homemade liver training treats are packed with protein, made with just three wholesome ingredients: liver, buckwheat flour, and egg. Naturally gluten-free, they’re easy to bake, cut into bite-sized pieces, and store. While most dogs will love them, they may not be suitable for dogs with certain health conditions, so always check before feeding.

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Liver Training Treats

Discover a simple recipe for homemade liver training treats using liver, buckwheat flour, and egg. Perfect bite-sized rewards for most dogs—but not suitable for dogs on low-purine diets.

Prep time: 8 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 38 Min

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Ingredients

• 250g (8.8 oz) fresh liver (chicken, beef, or lamb)
• 1 large egg
• 100g (1 cup) buckwheat flour

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F), fan 160°C.
2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
3. Blitz the liver in a blender/food processor until smooth.
4. Add the egg and buckwheat flour, blending to form a thick batter.
5. Spread evenly into the lined baking tray (around 1cm thick).
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until firm but not hard.
7. Allow to cool completely, then cut into small squares (pea-sized for training).

Nutrition Facts

Protein

15.3 g

Calories

176

Fat

5 g

Carbs

18.4 g

Storage Instructions:

• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freeze for up to 2 months. (Defrost portions as needed.)

Serving Amounts:

• Use as training treats only (not a main food).
• Treats should make up no more than 10% of daily calories.
• Small dogs: 3–5 pieces per session.
• Medium dogs: 6–10 pieces per session.
• Large dogs: 10–15 pieces per session.

Dogs this recipe isn't suitable for

• Dogs on low-purine diets (e.g., Dalmatians, or those prone to urate bladder stones).
• Dogs with liver disease (liver is high in copper and purines).
• Dogs with pancreatitis or needing strict low-fat diets (liver can be rich).
• Dogs with egg allergies (remove or substitute with chia “egg” if appropriate).

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