Kiko Cat Treat Recipes

Tuna Treats

• 1 can of tuna in water, drained
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon of oat flour or whole wheat flour
• Cooking spray or a bit of olive oil

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the drained tuna using a fork or spoon until it’s broken down into small pieces.
3. Add the beaten egg and flour to the tuna. Mix well to combine all the ingredients into a dough-like consistency.
4. Lightly grease your hands with cooking spray or a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into small balls or shape them into tiny treats using your hands. You can also use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes if desired.
5. Place the shaped treats on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Bake the treats for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are firm and slightly golden around the edges.
6. Once baked, remove the treats from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Salmon Pumpkin Treats

• 1 can of salmon in water, drained
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp avocado oil

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add the oats to a blender and blend into a fine flour. Combine the oat flour, salmon, pumpkin, egg, and avocado oil in a mixing bowl and mix well.
3. Lightly grease your hands with cooking spray or a bit of oil to prevent sticking. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into small balls or shape them into tiny treats using your hands. You can also use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes if desired.
4. Place the shaped treats on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Bake the treats for 25-30 minutes or until firm.
5. Once baked, remove the treats from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Chicken Treats

• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup powdered milk, non-fat
• 1/2 cup cooked and finely chopped chicken
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

1. Preheat the oven to 360°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine the chicken, milk and flour in a large mixing bowl. Add the beaten egg, oil, water and combine well until a sticky dough forms.
3. Lightly grease your hands with oil to prevent sticking. Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls or shape them into tiny treats using your hands. You can also use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes if desired.
4. Place the shaped treats on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Bake the treats for about 20 minutes, or until they are firm and slightly golden around the edges.
5. Once baked, remove the treats from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Carrot Catnip Treats

• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 1/4 cups flour (Use additional flour for rolling dough)
• 1 tablespoon dried catnip (This can be optional)
• 3/4 cup finely shredded carrot
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

1. Preheat the oven to 375 °F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In medium bowl add oil and mix in 1 cup of the flour until mixture looks grainy.
3. Stir in carrots and catnip, then add egg. Mix the dough, adding water if texture is too dry. If mixture is too wet, add additional flour.
4. Sprinkle flat surface with a little flour and roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness. Then cut into 1/2 inch sized pieces. You can also use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes if desired.
5. Place the treats on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Bake the treats for about 12 minutes, or until they are firm on the outside. Bake longer for drier texture.
6. Once baked, remove the treats from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Sardine Treats

• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 egg
• 1 (3.75 ounce) can of sardines packed in water or oil

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small mixing bowl combine the flour and egg. You can puree the sardines in a food processor before adding them to the mixture or you can simply mash them as you mix the ingredients
3. Once the consistency is that of a pie dough, roll out dough to a 1/4 inch thickness then cut into 1 inch sized pieces.
4. Place the treats on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Bake the treats for 12 to 15 minutes.
5. Once baked, remove the treats from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Chicken & Spinach Treats

• 1/2 pound steamed boneless & skinless chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cup quick-cooking oats
• 1 egg

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine chicken, oats, spinach leaves and egg in a food processor, and pulse on low until the mixture blends together. The texture should be like wet sand.
3. Adding flour, knead the dough. Once the dough is no longer sticky, place it on a flour-dusted work surface then roll it out to 1/2 inch thickness.
4. Cut into 1 inch sized pieces or create fun shapes if desired.
5. Place the treats on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Bake the treats for 12 to 15 minutes.
6. Once baked, remove the treats from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Birthday Cake

• 1 can white albacore tuna in water with no salt added
• 1/2  cup finely diced cooked chicken, unseasoned
• 1/2 cup sweet potato puree
• 1 cup mashed potatoes for “frosting”, (Optional)
• Catnip (Optional)
• Wheat flour (Optional)
• 1 1/4 measuring cup or similar size cup to form cake

1. Add drained albacore tuna, chicken, and pureed sweet potato into a bowl and mix until combined. Try not to over mix. If mixture is too watery, add flour in small amounts to soak up the excess moisture.
2. Take your ¼ cup measuring cup and pack it lightly with the tuna, chicken, and sweet potato mixture.
3. Take the measuring cup, now full of the cake ingredients, and carefully tip it onto a plate. Now you have a neat little round of cake!
4. Now it’s time to “frost”! This is optional, not all cats like potatoes. If you don’t have a piping bag, a plastic bag with the tip cut off works just as well. Take your bag and fill it with the mashed potatoes. Pipe or add a dollop of the potatoes on top.
5. Sprinkle the cake with a dusting of catnip, also optional. Then you’re ready to serve the birthday cat his/her cake!

*Once cooled, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.

It should be fresh for about one week.

Unsafe Foods to Avoid

• Onions, garlic, shallots, and scallions
• Chocolate and caffeine
• Alcohol
• Yeast dough
• Milk and dairy products
• Citrus fruits
• Grapes and raisins
• Uncooked potatoes and tomatoes
• Uncooked eggs
• Dog food

It’s recommended to always keep the numbers of your local vet and the closest emergency clinic where you can find them in case your cat has consumed something toxic.

Notes

Always consult your veterinarian before introducing new treats into your cat’s diet, especially if your cat has any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Remember that treats should be given in moderation and should not replace your cat’s regular balanced diet.

Cats can be quite picky, so the success of this recipe might depend on your cat’s individual taste preferences.