Sweet Potato Dog Treat Chews

Dogs have a natural instinct to chew. Rawhide is can cause blockages and many dog treats being recalled so more and more, making your own treats is the safest choice. These Sweet Potato Dog Treat Chews are an excellent, all natural alternative to rawhide and better yet, they are loaded with nutrients!

What You Need:

1. Large sweet potatoes
2. Mandoline or sharp knife
3. Cutting Board
4. Baking Sheets
5. Parchment paper or aid of your choosing for greasing the pans

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to lowest setting
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease pans.
3. Cut off one side of the sweet potato lengthwise, as close to the edge as possible. Cutting the side of the potato first allows you to then turn the potato onto this flat surface that you have just created. Having a stable area to rest the potato will make it easier to cut the potato into slices. Don't discard that first piece, it comes out just as yummy as the rest!
4. Cut the rest of the potato into 1/3" slices, no smaller than 1/4".
5. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 3 hours, turning half way through.
7. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Storing - Although these treats are dried, you will want to keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. You can freeze them for up to 4 months.

Recipe Courtesy of dogtreatkitchen.com.

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Playing in the water, rolling in dirt, fleas, ticks… Summer activities can leave you with one stinky pup! Doggie Vogue has everything you need to get your dog squeaky clean and smelling great, from simple brushes and combs to fancy dog cologne. Here is a list of our top picks for summer, all below the low price of $20:

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Summer is an awesome time to update your personal look! Sunny days call for ample time parading around outdoors and strutting your style. The same goes for our canine companions! Have a male and a female pup? Coordinating boy and girl get ups are an delightful and enjoyable opportunity for your fur babies to stay in style. At Doggie Vogue we carry many designers, from discount to high end, but no one compares Ruff Ruff Couture when it comes to matching outfits for guys and gals and their current summer selection doesn't disappoint.

Big summer movies are a must do this season. On sweltering days spent inside, the Popcorn Time Dog Dress and Popcorn Time Dog Tank are a excellent choice for movie watching pups! These cute outfits each offer a top of the line, elaborate  popcorn applique. We also carry the matching Popcorn Time Dog Hoodies in pink and blue, with contrasting checkered pocket, hood, and trim.

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Our Checkmate Dog Dress is an awesome match to the Checkmate Dog Tank, each composed of a houndstooth print juxtaposed along solid squares of black for a outstanding effect. For more formal occasions, our houndstooth Dapper Dog Vest is an optimal choice, decked out with black bow tie, buttons, and pocket square. Match it with one of our Little Sparkle Dog Dresses, and your canine companions are sure to turn heads! These show stopping dresses come in both black and white and have a sweetheart neckline with rhinestone and bow accents. A flawless combination!

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These trendy pieces are sure to please any fashion hound. If you only have one pup, don't worry! These designer duds stand out on their own! Get yours today at Doggie Vogue!

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Doggie Vogue’s yearly summer sale begins today! Does your beach bound pooch need a new bikini or swim trunks? We have a huge selection of dog swimwear! Looking for dog toys to entertain your bored fur baby on days when it's too hot to go out and play? We've got what you need! We have a huge selection of dogs toys sure to keep your pooch playing for hours! Dog Sunglasses are a necessity for  protecting your canine companion's sensitive eyes from the sun's harmful rays. Take a look at our selection of Doggles eyewear. Act now to save 15% off every thing in our store (excluding sale items). Use the coupon code “SUMFUN” for huge summer savings! This coupon is valid until Thursday, 7/9 @ 11:59PM.

Hot Summer Fashions For Your Cool Pup

With temperatures starting to rise, the heat is affecting us all, including your furry friend. You can keep your pup comfortable and stylish simultaneously with our summer dog clothing. Does your furry fashionista want to look chic while prancing in the sand? Our Life’s a Beach Dog Tank will definitely turn heads! Infused with SPF 40 protection, this is the ideal dog tank for a romp on the beach. Check out our Bolo Nylon Flyer Dog Toy – this delightful, floating dog toy is a great choice for frisbee by water! Relaxing by the pool? Your pampered pooch can play along with our swimwear for dogs! For diva dogs, our Hanalei Dog Bikini has a colorful abstract print that is a flawless choice for the pool. Our dog swim trunks come in 5 Hawaiian floral prints guaranteed to add swag to your boy dog's image. Need a cute summer dress for your stylish little girl? Our Hawaiian Breeze Dog Dress has you covered! This sweet dress offers a floral Hawaiian print skirt with a charming ruched bodice with pretty shoulder ties. Your adventure seeking pups can cruise the ocean in style with our Star Spangled Sailor Dog Dress and Star Spangled Sailor Dog Tank. These darling coordinating outfits can't be pass up with their opulent gold accents and star spangled embellishments With the height of summer drawing near, it’s crucial to stay relaxed and cool. Update your dog's summer fashions today! Doggie Vogue has all of your warm weather needs covered!