Description
High-value, single-ingredient treats that’ll make your dog the star of training class!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 4-6 hours | Total Time: 4-6 hours | Yield: About 100 training treats
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh beef heart
- Paper towels (for drying)
Instructions
- Trim all visible fat from beef heart
- Rinse thoroughly under cold water
- Pat completely dry with paper towels
- Slice heart into ¼-inch thick pieces
- Arrange on dehydrator trays in single layer
- Set dehydrator to 165°F
- Dehydrate for 4-6 hours until dry and leathery
- Test for doneness: should snap cleanly when bent
- Cool completely before storing
Notes:
- Remove ALL fat to prevent spoilage
- Uniform slicing is key for even drying
- Don’t overcrowd dehydrator trays
- Store in airtight container
Nutritional Information:
Per 5 treats:
- Calories: 25
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
Storage Tips:
- Room temperature: 2 weeks in airtight container
- Refrigerated: 1 month
- Frozen: 6 months
- Always check for freshness before feeding