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Animals, dogs

Pamper Your Pup: Natural Paw and Skin Care Recipes for Your Furry Friend!

Jessie Williams


Our four-legged companions deserve all the love and care in the world, and that includes taking care of their paws and skin. While there are plenty of commercial pet products out there, why not try some natural, DIY remedies that are not only effective but also fun to make? In this blog post, we’ll explore a collection of natural recipes to pamper your furry friend’s paws and skin. Let’s get started on the journey to happy and healthy pet paws!

1. Soothing Paw Balm

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon shea butter
  • 1 tablespoon beeswax pellets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5-6 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions:

  1. In a double boiler, melt the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax pellets together.
  2. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the olive oil and lavender essential oil (if using).
  3. Pour the mixture into small containers or silicone molds and allow it to cool and solidify.
  4. Apply a small amount to your dog’s paws for protection and moisture.

2. Oatmeal and Honey Dog Shampoo

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
  • 2-3 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions:

  1. Grind the oats in a food processor or coffee grinder to create a fine powder.
  2. Mix the oatmeal powder with warm water to create a paste.
  3. Stir in the honey, aloe vera gel, and lavender essential oil.
  4. Wet your dog’s fur, apply the shampoo, and massage it in.
  5. Rinse thoroughly, and your pup will have soft, clean skin.

3. Calming Chamomile Paw Soak

Ingredients:

  • 4-5 chamomile tea bags or dried chamomile from your garden
  • 2 cups warm water

Instructions:

  1. Steep the chamomile tea bags in warm water until it cools to room temperature.
  2. Remove the tea bags and discard them.
  3. Pour the chamomile tea into a shallow basin.
  4. Gently dip your dog’s paws into the soothing soak for a few minutes.
  5. Pat the paws dry afterward and apply paw balm for extra soft paws

4. Coconut Oil Paw Massage

Ingredients:

  • Extra virgin coconut oil

Instructions:

  1. Simply take a small amount of coconut oil in your hands and allow it to melt.
  2. Gently massage your dog’s paws, paying attention to dry or cracked areas.
  3. Coconut oil is safe for dogs to lick, so no need to worry if they try!

5. DIY Anti-Itch Spray

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup distilled water
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
  • 2-3 drops lavender or tea tree essential oil

Instructions:

  1. Combine all the ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well.
  2. Spray the mixture on itchy or irritated areas of your dog’s skin.
  3. Avoid spraying it in their eyes or sensitive areas.

6. Healing Lavender and Calendula Salve

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup dried calendula flowers
  • 1/4 cup dried lavender flowers
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup beeswax pellets
  • 5-6 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions:

  1. Infuse the dried calendula and lavender flowers in olive oil for 1-2 weeks in a dark, cool place.
  2. Strain the infused oil into a clean glass jar.
  3. In a double boiler, melt the beeswax pellets and infused oil together.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in the lavender essential oil, and pour into containers.
  5. Apply this salve to your dog’s minor cuts, scrapes, or irritated skin.


Taking care of your furry friend’s paws and skin can be both nurturing and rewarding. These natural DIY recipes not only provide essential care but also strengthen the bond between you and your beloved pet. Whether you’re applying soothing paw balm or creating a calming chamomile paw soak, these natural remedies ensure that your pup’s skin and paws stay healthy, happy, and pampered!

Animals, DIY, dogs, Recipes

Paws & Play: Natural Dog Treat Recipes for Canine Delight

Jessie Williams

Ladies and gentlemen, put on your aprons, preheat the oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that’ll have your canine companion wagging their tail in delight! Today, we’re serving up a feast of natural dog treats that are not only delicious but also packed with wholesome goodness. Get ready to pamper your furry friend with these homemade delights!

The ‘Pawsitively’ Perfect Ingredients

Before we start whipping up treats, let’s go over the ingredients for our canine culinary masterpieces:

  1. Peanut Butter: The nutty sensation that makes every dog do their best “scooby-doo” impression.
  2. Bananas: healthy and add natural sweetness.
  3. Pumpkin Puree: For a dash of autumnal charm and some digestive benefits that’ll keep your pup regular (no more “accidents” on the carpet).
  4. Carrots: carrots bring the zing and add vitamins for a shiny coat.
  5. Oats: The heart-healthy ingredient keeps your pup’s ticker going strong.
  6. Greek Yogurt: Great for probiotics and a creamy texture your dog will love.

If you are looking for some great molds or dough cutters – here are some I use.

“Banana Bark Biscuits”

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter

Instructions:

  1. Mash the bananas until smooth, like a perfectly delivered punchline.
  2. Mix in the rolled oats, applesauce, and peanut butter until you have a doughy consistency.
  3. Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to create fun shapes. Let your inner artist shine!
  4. Place the treats on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, until they’re golden brown.
  5. Let them cool before sharing the laughter with your furry friend.

Pumpkin Paw-tato Chips

Ingredients:

  • 1 sweet potato
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (unsweetened and unseasoned)

Instructions:

  1. Slice the sweet potato into thin rounds – the thinner, the better, just like a crisp punchline.
  2. Mix the sweet potato slices with canned pumpkin.
  3. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F (120°C) for about 2 hours until they’re crispy and your dog is impatiently tapping their paw for a taste.
  4. Let them cool, and then watch your pup devour these crispy, healthy chips.

Appley Ever After Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 apple (make sure to remove the seeds and core)
  • 1 cup oat flour (made by blending rolled oats until fine)

Instructions:

  1. Dice the apple into small pieces, as if you’re chopping up an apple pie.
  2. Mix the diced apple pieces with oat flour until it forms a dough.
  3. Roll the dough into small bite-sized balls, just like little apple treasures.
  4. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Let them cool before sharing the apple-y love with your pup.

Coconut Crunchers

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 egg

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, whisk the egg until it’s as frothy as a sitcom plot twist.
  2. Mix in the shredded coconut until it forms a sticky mixture.
  3. Scoop out small portions and roll them into bite-sized balls or any shape your dog finds amusing.
  4. Bake on a parchment-lined sheet at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until they’re golden brown.
  5. Cool them down, and let the coconut crunch-fest begin!

The Vegetable Variety Show: Pumpkin and Carrot Popsicles

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup of pureed pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup of shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt

Instructions:

  1. Mix the pumpkin, shredded carrots, and Greek yogurt in a bowl. Give it a good stir, like you’re practicing your dog’s “shake” command.
  2. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays and pop them in the freezer. It’s like creating your own doggy stand-up club on ice!
  3. Freeze until they’re solid, then serve your pup a frozen treat that’ll keep them “cool” as a cucumber.

A Stand-Up Act: Peanut Butter and Banana Biscuits

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of oats
  • 1/2 cup of mashed banana (approximately 2 ripe bananas)
  • 1/2 cup of peanut butter (make sure it’s dog-friendly and free of xylitol)
  • A dash of canine-approved humor

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and peanut butter. This is the comedic duo that’ll steal the show!
  3. Gradually mix in the oats, one punchline at a time, until you have a firm dough.
  4. Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to create fun shapes. Maybe a bone shape for your dog’s inner comedian?
  5. Place the treats on a lined baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes or until they’re a lovely golden brown.
  6. Let them cool (because hot treats are not funny), and then watch your pup perform their best “sit” and “stay” routines for a taste test.

There you have it, folks – all natural dog treat recipes that will leave your four-legged friend howling for more! With these homemade delights, you’ll not only keep your pup’s tail wagging but also ensure they’re indulging in wholesome, natural ingredients. So, channel your inner dog chef and let the culinary adventure begin – it’s time for paws and play!