Juice Pulp Dog Treats

Recently, I've started to be more diligent about juicing. Like so many people, when I bought my juicer a few years ago, I was intent on being a juicing queen. And, then….. life happens! After a few attempts, I put it in the kitchen cabinet and promptly forgot about it. That is, until I see an article or someone’s IG with a gorgeous looking green juice, and am I’m reminded of how I’m slacking in my wellness efforts. So, while we can make up excuses all day long about how we don’t have the time, the ingredients (or the will to clean that thing afterwards), I decided to “just do it,” and create a new habit.

(Who are we kidding, we have loads of time now)

A few days ago, I lugged out the 'ol juicer and emptied out my produce bins in order to make an immune-boosting morning treat. It was honestly super easy - and rewarding. I included fruits and veggies that are well-known immune boosters and carry anti-viral properties since these supplements are so critical for everyone right now.

After a few rounds of this (juicing and cleaning), it occurred to me that I might be wasting something precious here. All that pulp! I don’t have a compost bin, but I didn’t want to toss perfectly good ingredients, either. Suddently, I had an idea - could I give this pulp to muy pups?

So, I googled it and I found out that yes, I most certainly can. :)

I found this adorable baked treat recipe that uses fruit pulp as main ingredient. I’m going to give these a try and I’ll share the results with you. Have any of you ever given your dog the raw pulp, or used it in a recipe like this? Let me know in the comments!