Our pets, just like us, can get irritated due to hunger pangs. After all, it is only natural to feel cranky on an empty stomach. Also, it is never enough to just supplement their diet with cat food brought from the store. From time to time, you should incorporate fresh fish and protein-rich homemade foods. Check out these simple recipes to make delicious baked cat treats at home.

Tuna treat balls
Cats fall head over heels, literally, for fish. And one of the best nutritious options for them is tuna. Fresh tuna is perfect for making DIY healthy cat treats with a handful of ingredients. There is nothing better than this healthy baked goodness of protein that comes in handy when you have to treat your pets. All you need is a hundred grams of tuna, ¾ cups of rye flour, and one tbsp of fresh garnish or dried herbs for the mixture. Make dough balls out of this mixture and bake to a golden brown crunchy texture. You can make a bigger batch to last for a couple of days. Also, explore other assorted fish and try to make a new version of this baked goodness every week.

Organic chicken treat
Growing cats need proteins. But why waste money on commercial canned wet and dry treats when you can easily make them at home? Chicken is a versatile, affordable, and easy to prepare protein-rich food, perfect for making baked ball recipes. To make this, you need some fresh diced chicken, eggs, flour, and something to bind the mixture (can be milk or plain water). If you prefer using catnip, don’t use more than a tablespoon. Mix everything well and make thick dough balls. Bake them till golden brown, and voila, organic chicken cat nibbles are ready to serve! Check out variations of this DIY healthy cat treat online to experiment with similar organic proteins.

Tuna heart treats
Who said heart shaped treats can only be enjoyed by us? Our furry little friends can also nibble on these freshly baked tuna hearts. A hundred grams of tuna (fresh or canned), one cup rice flour, one egg, and some dried catnip to enhance the flavor is all you need. Bind the dough with some vegetable oil or water. Using a heart stencil, you can pack a generous amount of the dough into the shape and bake them for about 15 minutes. This clever five-ingredient recipe is sure to keep those hunger pangs away.

Mackerel treats
Social media is buzzing with pet owners uploading DIY healthy cat treats recipes. And one delicious mackerel cat treat has certainly caught our fancy. It is easy to bake with minimal ingredients. This bread crumb infused mackerel balls is sure to make your cat want more. All you need is some vegetable oil and water to bind the mixture and turn the dough into bite-sized baked tidbits. A purr-fect treat to manage those feline tantrums.