Liver Dog Treats: Healthy, Homemade Snacks Your Pup Will Love

Liver dog treats are a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought snacks. Many commercial treats contain artificial additives, but making your own dried liver treats is easy, nutritious, and budget-friendly.

Donna, a fellow dog lover, shares her simple method for creating these protein-packed snacks at home. Your pup will love them, and you’ll love knowing exactly what’s inside!

Let’s explore the benefits of dried liver treats and how to make them yourself.

A pile of Dehydrated Beef Liver Dog TreatsA Pile of Ready-to-Eat Dehydrated Beef Liver Doggie Treats!

Why Liver Dog Treats? The Ultimate Superfood for Your Pup!

Here are some of the main health benefits of feeding your best friend (dog!!!) dehydrated liver dog treats:

  • Packed with Nutrients: Dehydrated liver is a nutrient-dense treat that dogs love. The drying process intensifies its rich, meaty flavor, making it even more irresistible.
  • Loaded with Essential Vitamins: Liver is high in Vitamin A (for vision and immunity), B vitamins (for energy and metabolism), iron (for oxygen circulation), copper (for bone health), and Coenzyme Q10 (for cellular energy). Unlike supplements, these nutrients are easier for your dog to absorb in treat form.
  • Supports Overall Health: Liver contains Vitamin D (for strong bones), Vitamin E and Selenium (powerful antioxidants), and Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids (for a shiny coat and skin health).

(Heck, I think I need to start eating liver...)

Feed Your Dog these Tasty Liver Dog Treats!

Kylee loves these liver dog jerky treatsKylee loves liver dog jerky treats!

If you're tired of mass-produced treats filled with mystery ingredients, these easy-to-make beef liver jerky treats are a perfect alternative.

Make them right in your kitchen with an electric dehydrator. Donna says: "It's not imported, it's not full of God-knows-what. It has no preservatives. No added color, or fillers.

It has ONE (as in '1') ingredient. You gotta love '1'."

Don’t Take Chances When Dehydrating Meat

If you’re drying plain, cooked turkey (or any cooked meat), always set your dehydrator to 160°F — it’s the safe zone that kills bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

👉 If you’re making jerky from raw meat, it must be properly marinated using salt and/or curing ingredients that help inhibit bacterial growth. The spices and acids act as preservatives — but it still needs to be dehydrated at 160°F.

⚠️ Never try dehydrating raw, unseasoned turkey or ground meat without first cooking it — that’s a serious safety risk.

Don’t Take Chances When Dehydrating Meat

If you’re drying plain, cooked turkey (or any cooked meat), always set your dehydrator to 160°F — it’s the safe zone that kills bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

👉 If you’re making jerky from raw meat, it must be properly marinated using salt and/or curing ingredients that help inhibit bacterial growth. The spices and acids act as preservatives — but it still needs to be dehydrated at 160°F.

⚠️ Never try dehydrating raw, unseasoned turkey or ground meat without first cooking it — that’s a serious safety risk.

💡 Tip: Outside the U.S.? Most dehydrating temps here are listed in Fahrenheit — use our quick converter to see the Celsius equivalent for your machine.

Dehydrated Liver: Softer, Healthier, and Packed with Goodness!

Dehydrating liver creates a softer yet concentrated texture, making it easy for dogs to chew and digest.

Plus, dehydrated liver treats last for months—far longer than fresh liver! The dehydration process also preserves nutrients better than cooking alone, so you can stock up on these delicious, healthy snacks.

Of course, moderation is key—both for dogs and humans. But overall, homemade dehydrated liver dog treats provide an exceptionally nutritious, protein-packed reward.

"If we measured our affection toward others
by how many nicknames we bestow upon them,
our pets would be the most loved."

— Carrie Brownstein

"If we measured our affection
toward others by how many
nicknames we bestow upon
them, our pets would
be the most loved."

— Carrie Brownstein


Raw liver for Donna's Dog Jerky treatsRaw Liver for Donna's Dog Jerky

No Slicing Needed! The Easiest Liver Dog Treats You’ll Ever Make

Donna says: "As a change from chicken for my dogs, I use beef liver. They love these liver dog treats. The nice thing about beef liver is you don't have to slice it!"

Donna added: "For me, that's a good thing as sharp knives and I don't go well together!"

TIP: Spray the dehydrator trays with non-stick spray before laying the liver on them.

Do the "Snap Test" to Check for "Doneness"

The same "doneness" test applies here as on Donna’s chicken pet jerky page:

  • Bend the liver. If it snaps, it’s done.
  • If it only bends, there’s still too much moisture—keep dehydrating and check every 12 to 18 hours.

Take note: On rare occasions, meat can go bad. One time Donna forgot to turn on the dehydrator… another time she tried dehydrating treats in her shed in winter—didn’t work! 😅

The Sniff Test: If it smells bad, toss it. Our pets deserve the best!

Pareidolia Moment—Seeing Shapes in Dehydrated Liver!


Dehydrated Liver for Dog Jerky TreatsDehydrated Liver for Donna's Dog Jerky Treats

Is it just me?

Can you see a hand with a finger pointing (top piece).

How about a man with a sword and shield (center, right).

And the bottom piece—a Halloween scene with a cat with a huge tail, and another smaller cat to its right, catching a fish!

I swear, dehydrated liver is the Rorschach test of the dog treat world. 🤣



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Boost Joint Health! Add Glucosamine to Your Liver Dog Treats

Stiff Joints Eased, and Fresh Breath too!

For Donna’s senior dog, Kylee (a fabulous 12-year-young German Shepherd), she opens a glucosamine chondroitin capsule and sprinkles it on the raw liver before drying.

When the liver dries, it’s a joint supplement and a treat—all in one!

Got a pup with bad breath? Sprinkle the raw meat with a bit of mint leaves for fresher kisses! Just keep it natural for your dog’s health.

Two dogs, Molley and Kylee, ask their owner: Is the jerky done yet?Is the jerky done yet? beg Molley and Kylee

"Molley and Kylee love our dog treats!"
— Donna K. and Jenna

"Molley and Kylee love our dog treats!"
— Donna K. and Jenna


Love These Treats? Try Donna’s Chicken Jerky for Dogs!

Check out Donna’s Chicken Jerky for Dogs—click below to see how to make these tasty snacks!

Fully dehydrated Chicken - dog jerky treatsDonna's CHICKEN Pet Jerky

Check out Donna's CHICKEN jerky dog treats

If you don't have time to make your own treats,
take a look at Donna's Etsy store
and buy 'em ready-made!

Your pup will love these treats, and you’ll love knowing they’re healthy and homemade. Happy dehydrating!

Thanks for stopping by to read all about Donna's liver dog treats! Now go make your dog a happy dog. 🐶✨

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