These goodies have been dubbed ‘Sweet Potato Nothings,’ because they literally take almost nothing to make. Simply mix together three (that’s right, only three!) ingredients, slide into the oven and you’re done! Keep reading for the full recipe!


The Things You’ll Need

• 1 medium sweet potato (you probably already have some on hand for Christmas dinner!)
• 1/4 cup whole wheat all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup water (adjust measurement according to size of potato used)
• mini-cupcake pan and mini-cupcake skirts

Directions
1.  Wash, peel and dice sweet potato; although you can leave the skins on if desired.
2.  Steam sweet potato until it is nice and soft, even a little mushy.
3.  Mash sweet potato in a bowl with a fork.
4.  Mix in flour and water at the same time to achieve a thick paste.
5.  Scoop mixture into mini-cupcake skirts and bake for 40 minutes at 350 until crisp and golden.
6.  Allow to cool then treat your pup!

Sweet potatoes are a natural anti-inflammatory food and are high in vitamin A, which is great for a dog’s diet. However, as with all potatoes, sweet spuds are quite high in starch. That’s why it is best to bake these treats as mini-cupcakes so that your pet doesn’t pack on the pounds! Also, remember, you can add additional ingredients to this recipe for added variety. Try diced tomatoes, shredded carrots and tuna juice to tantalize your dog’s tastebuds!

Try Sweet Potato Nothings over the holiday season!

PAWSH PERKS: Here’s another easy homemade dog treat recipe you won’t want to miss!

Today we have not one but TWO gorgeous Matte retractable leashes from 26 Bars & A Band up for grabs! Two lucky readers will get to choose their favourite leash from the above four designs to help kick off that upcoming New Year’s resolution to go for more walks!

Each leash offers a modern chic design and has a polarized, rubber-like coating that feels soft and durable for walking. The ergonomic handle boasts an easy-to-use one brake and release button, as well as a sturdy metal buckle to keep your pup safe! Plus, all 26 Bars & A Band products come with a 3-year warranty!

I personally am in love with the “Keep calm and walk your dog leash.” Walking Rory after a crazy day at work is one of my favourite things to do and this leash would be an awesome reminder! Check out this fun video to truly “Meet Matte” and if you have some time you can view other videos here!

Remember there will be two lucky winners today! To enter all you have to do is:

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Please know that when we say ‘double or triple your chances of winning’ we actually mean it. We will absolutely be cross-referencing all tweets, comments and shares to make sure everyone is entered correctly for their efforts.

Contest entries for Giveaway #3 close at 10pm tonight and the winner will be drawn at random (again, once ALL entries have been properly tallied and accounted for). The winner will be announced on the blog tomorrow when we introduced Giveaway #4!

YESTERDAY’S WINNER: Congratulations Joy Kelly Mills! Be sure to email [email protected] to collect your prize!

Who doesn’t want to treat their dog to something ridiculously cute over the holidays? I know I certainly do! Although neither of today’s options are great for canines who love to chew and tear things apart, these are wonderful for the gentler pooch who loves nothing more than to carry something around wherever they go. But which would you choose?

The Snowman would make a darling doggy stocking stuffer and suit the season perfectly. He is stuffed with recycled fibres and has a jolly squeak about him.

Or would you prefer to welcome Salsa into your home? A modern reinterpretation of the infamous yeti, this fluffy fellow sports a hilarious expression, hidden squeakers and a surprisingly tough fabric exterior.

Which do you surprise your dog with on Christmas Day morning?

PAWSH PERKS: For the terrier lover in your life, even more great stocking stuffer ideas!

Thanks to the wonderful folks at Lincoln Bark you can let your pups indulge in a few extra treats this season while still remaining healthy! The sweet little Butterpup treats come in four tasty flavours — chicken liver, salmon, oatmeal and pumpkin — and are made from 100% natural-grade ingredients.  There is no wheat, soy or preservatives in these delicious treats. Instead Butterpups are fueled by Chia Seed, a superfood that contains more Omega-3s than wild salmon!

Today one lucky winner will receive four packages of Butterpups (one in each flavour!) meaning you can spoil your pup or share with your canine friends!

All you have to do to enter is:

• SHARE THIS FACEBOOK LINK (you’ll need to click the little Facebook ‘Share’ button present in link, otherwise we won’t see that you have shared it)

If you want to double or triple your chances of winning you can also:

• TWEET THIS: “I just entered @Pawsh_magazine’s Holiday Giveaway #2 for a chance to win $40 of all-natural treats from @LincolnBark! https://pawsh-magazine.com/2012/12/pawsh-holidays-giveaway-2.html“

AND/OR

• LEAVE A COMMENT on today’s blog post below saying which flavor of Butterpup your dog would most enjoy!

Please know that when we say ‘double or triple your chances of winning’ we actually mean it. We will absolutely be cross-referencing all tweets, comments and shares to make sure everyone is entered correctly for their efforts.

Contest entries for Giveaway #2 close at 10pm tonight and the winner will be drawn at random (again, once ALL entries have been properly tallied and accounted for). The winner will be announced on the blog tomorrow when we introduced Giveaway #3!

YESTERDAY’S WINNER: Congratulations Sheena Main! Be sure to email [email protected] to collect your prize!