Charlie is going to be so excited to find out February 23rd — National Dog Biscuit Day. Come celebrate with my family as we’ve prepared a cozy homeschool lesson plan, fun facts, and a kid-friendly recipe your pup will love! I know Charlie and David will want to make these treats for Pheobie and Bear. Would you want to join us and make Dog Biscuits for your Dogs?
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Fun & Kid‑Friendly Facts
- Did you know Dog biscuits were first created in the mid‑1800s as a nutritious treat for working dogs? My family didn’t know this.
- Early biscuits were shaped like bones to make them more appealing to both dogs and owners.
- Today’s treats can support dental health, training, and enrichment.
- Dogs have 1,700 taste buds (humans have about 9,000), so they love strong flavors like peanut butter and pumpkin.
- Many shelters celebrate National Dog Biscuit Day by giving extra treats to pups waiting for homes.
Kid‑Friendly Homemade Dog Biscuit Recipe– Pumpkin Peanut Butter Bones
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or oat flour for sensitive tummies)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup pumpkin purée
- ¼ cup peanut butter (xylitol‑free)
- ¼ cup water
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix flour and oats in a bowl.
- Add pumpkin, peanut butter, and water; stir until dough forms.
- Roll out dough and use bone‑shaped cookie cutters.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
- Cool completely before serving.
This recipe is perfect for kids because there is lots of scooping, mixing, and shaping.
Homeschool Lesson Plan
Theme: Caring for Pets Through Nutrition Age Range: K–5 Subjects: Science • Reading • Math • Art
1. Warm‑Up Discussion
- What do dogs need to stay healthy
- Why treats should be given in moderation
- How we show responsibility to our pets
2. Science Activity — “What’s in a Dog Treat”
- Compare ingredients in homemade vs. store‑bought treats
- Identify safe vs. unsafe foods for dogs
- Create a “Dog‑Safe Foods” chart
3. Math Activity
- Measure ingredients
- Practice fractions (½, ¼)
- Count and sort biscuits by shape or size
4. Reading & Writing
- Read a short passage about the history of dog biscuits
- Write a mini‑story: “If I Owned a Dog Treat Bakery…”
5. Art
- Draw a pastel‑style dog bakery sign
- Create a dog‑shaped bookmark
6. Extension Ideas
- Donate homemade treats to a local shelter
- Interview a vet or groomer about pet nutrition
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Discover a paws-itively fun way to celebrate National Dog Biscuit Day with TheMommiesReviews.com! ! This blog-ready post includes a hands-on homeschool lesson plan, fun historical facts, and a peanut butter dog biscuit recipe perfect for kids to make.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
