The $2 dog treat that made Kiara think I was a genius


Hey friend,

I think dog moms fall into two categories.

The ones who buy fancy treats because they’re convenient…

…and the ones who want to make homemade treats but then remember life exists.

🙋🏻‍♀️ Hi. It’s me.

I love making something special for Kiara, but if a recipe needs twelve ingredients, a dehydrator, and an entire Saturday afternoon…

I’m often out.

That’s why I got way too excited when I realized I could make these peach gummies with literally 2 ingredients.

Just a peach.

And plain gelatin.

That’s it.

They take just a few minutes to throw together, and every time I open the fridge Kiara acts like I’ve hidden treasure in there. Honestly, she’s not wrong.

They’re especially fun this time of year because peaches are everywhere, and it’s an easy little way to share a summer snack with your pup.

If you’ve been wanting to dip your toes into homemade treats without making it your entire personality, this is a great place to start.

👉 I put the full recipe here:

Give your pup an extra belly rub from me,

Haley & Kiara 🐶

Dog Food Decoded | Kiara the Cavalier

Seasoned dog mom, ingredient nerd, & chaos-tamer for overwhelmed dog parents who want to do upgrade the bowl (without the guilt). Just simple, realistic tips sent straight to your inbox. @kiarathecavalier

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