Fresh-baked treats are a fun way to celebrate your pet, add variety to their routine, or pick up something special just because. At Treats on a Leash, our dog bakery is designed for pet parents who want cute, thoughtful, pet-friendly treats made with dogs in mind.

Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, gotcha day, holiday, training reward, or everyday snack, our bakery treats make it easy to bring home something special.

What Makes Dog Bakery Treats Different?

Dog bakery treats are made specifically for pets, which means they are different from human cookies, cakes, and desserts.

While they may look like something from a traditional bakery, dog bakery treats are typically made with pet-friendly ingredients and without common human dessert ingredients that are not safe for dogs.

They are designed to be fun, giftable, and enjoyable while still keeping your pet’s needs in mind.

Types of Bakery Treats We Offer

Decorated Cookies

Decorated cookies are one of the most popular bakery items. They’re great for birthdays, holidays, photo moments, gifts, and everyday “just because” treats.

Birthday Treats

Birthday bones, cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and celebration treats are perfect for making your pet’s big day feel extra special.

Seasonal & Holiday Treats

We love rotating in themed treats for holidays and seasonal events. These may include Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, game day, and other fun occasions.

Smaller Everyday Treats

Not every bakery visit needs to be a big celebration. Smaller treats are great for quick rewards, after-grooming surprises, weekend errands, or adding a little joy to your pet’s day.

Gift Boxes & Treat Bundles

Bakery treats also make fun gifts for pet birthdays, new puppy welcomes, adoption celebrations, holiday stockings, and pet-loving friends.

Choosing the Right Bakery Treat

When picking a bakery treat, consider your pet’s:

• Size
• Chewing style
• Dietary needs
• Food sensitivities
• Calorie needs
• Favorite flavors
• How many pets will be sharing
• Whether the treat is for a special occasion or everyday snack

For smaller pets, you may want a smaller treat or one that can be broken into pieces. For bigger pets, a larger cookie, bone, or treat bundle may be a better fit.

Treats Are Treats

Bakery items are meant to be special treats, not meal replacements. Even when made with pet-friendly ingredients, they should be fed in moderation.

If your pet has a sensitive stomach, food allergies, pancreatitis, diabetes, kidney disease, or another medical condition, check with your veterinarian before offering new treats.

Storage Tips

Fresh or decorated bakery treats may need different storage than packaged treats.

Depending on the item, we may recommend:

• Keeping treats sealed until ready to serve
• Storing treats in a cool, dry place
• Refrigerating certain items
• Freezing treats for longer storage
• Using fresh items within a recommended time frame

When you purchase a bakery item, our team can help you understand the best way to store and serve it.

Special Occasion Ideas

Bakery treats are perfect for:

• Birthdays
• Gotcha days
• New puppy celebrations
• Adoption anniversaries
• Holiday gifts
• Pet photo shoots
• Party favors
• Thank-you gifts
• Pup cups and weekend outings
• “Sorry I left you at home” surprises

Because honestly, they deserve a little celebration too.

Can Dogs Have Human Bakery Treats?

Human bakery treats are not recommended for dogs. Many cookies, cakes, frostings, and desserts contain ingredients that can be unsafe or too rich for pets.

Dog bakery treats are made with pets in mind, which makes them a better choice when you want to celebrate your dog safely.

Ingredient Questions

Have a pet with sensitivities or allergies? Please ask us before purchasing a bakery item. We’re happy to help you review available ingredient information and choose an option that may be a better fit.

Because bakery selections may rotate, ingredient details can vary by item.

Custom & Seasonal Availability

Our bakery selection may change throughout the year based on holidays, events, and availability. Some items may be limited edition or available while supplies last.

For special occasions, stop in early or contact us ahead of time to see what’s available.

Visit Our Dog Bakery

Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or just want to make your pet’s day, our dog bakery is full of fun treats worth wagging about.

Stop by Treats on a Leash in Downtown Ames to see what’s fresh, festive, and ready to take home.

We have some bakery items available online but most are only available in store.