Make salmon egg cat bites at home with canned salmon and egg. Practical steps for a fish treat that holds its shape after baking.
Safety first: Every cat is different: age, allergies, and health conditions all matter, so check with your vet when in doubt.
Foods to avoid
Do not use salmon packed in oil or with added salt.
Ingredients
Instructions
Drain and flake the salmon: Open the can and pour off the water. Place the salmon in the bowl and use the fork to break it into very small flakes, removing any large bones or skin pieces.
Add the egg: Crack the egg into the bowl with the flaked salmon. Stir with the fork until the egg coats all the salmon pieces evenly.
Mix in the oat flour: Sprinkle the oat flour over the salmon and egg mixture. Stir until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms that holds together when pressed.
Shape the mixture on the tray: Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the paper and press each one flat into a thin round about one inch across.
Bake until firm: Place the tray in a preheated 350 degree oven. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the edges feel dry and the centers are set but not browned.
Cool and cut into bites: Remove the tray from the oven and let the rounds cool completely on the parchment. Use a knife to cut each round into four small squares.
Portion for storage: Count out the finished bites and place them in an airtight container, separating layers with a sheet of parchment if stacking more than one layer.
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Tips & serving
Offer one or two bites at a time as part of play or training. Major diet changes should be discussed with a veterinarian.
- Provides a simple way to use canned salmon in a baked form that cats can pick up easily.
Storage
Substitutions
Canned tuna in water can replace salmon if preferred. Rice flour works in place of oat flour for a different texture.
Cats recipe FAQ
Is this treat a complete meal for my cat?
Treat it as an occasional extra, not a meal plan. Offer one or two bites at a time as part of play or training. Major diet changes should be discussed with a veterinarian.
Can cats have salmon?
This recipe uses salmon in a small, cat-appropriate amount. Skip it if your cat has a known sensitivity, and read the foods-to-avoid note on this page before serving.
How long does Salmon Egg Cat Bites keep?
Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Freeze extras in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to two months.
What's the safest way to try this with my cat?
Offer a small amount beside regular food, introduce one new recipe at a time, and watch appetite, stool, skin, and behavior for a day or two.
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