Carrot Crunch Sticks

Ingredients

• 1 smallCarrotWashed and scrubbed; no oil, salt, or seasoning.

Steps

1. Wash and scrub the carrot, then peel it if you prefer.
2. Cut the carrot into thin, short sticks sized for a tiny mouth.
3. Serve them raw for a firm crunch, or steam them briefly in plain water until just softened for an easier chew, then cool completely.
4. Offer one or two sticks under supervision, and refrigerate the rest.

Storage

Refrigerate cut sticks in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Raw sticks keep best; cooked sticks can also be frozen for up to 1 month.

Portion guidance

A couple of tiny sticks are a nice low-calorie crunch for a 4-7 lb Yorkie. They still count toward the ~10% daily treat budget. Cut them small and always supervise chewing, since a hard stick can be a choking risk for a tiny mouth.