Ingredients
Method
- Rinse the liver under cool water, pat very dry with paper towels, and trim away any visible membranes or excess fat.
- Place the liver on a cutting board and slice into thin strips about 0.5 centimeter thick so all pieces dry evenly.
- Lightly grease dehydrator trays or a wire rack set over a baking sheet if needed to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the liver slices in a single layer on the trays or rack, leaving a little space between each piece for air circulation.
- Set the dehydrator to 65 to 70 degrees Celsius, or preheat the oven to its lowest setting, usually in the same range.
- Place the trays into the dehydrator or oven and dry for 3 to 5 hours in a dehydrator or 2 to 3 hours in the oven, turning the pieces once halfway through.
- Check for doneness; the treats should feel firm and dry, not tacky in the center, and should bend slightly without snapping.
- Remove the trays and let the liver pieces cool completely on the racks so the last bit of surface moisture can evaporate.
- Transfer the cooled treats to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 3 days if very dry, in the refrigerator for up to 7 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Notes
- Always cool the dehydrated liver completely before sealing to prevent condensation and mold.
- If any pieces feel thick or chewy, store them in the refrigerator and use them within 2 days.
- Break larger pieces into bite sized bits before training sessions to keep treats small and frequent.
- Check stored treats for any sour smell, sticky or slimy spots, or visible mold and discard if you see any signs of spoilage.
- If any pieces feel thick or chewy, store them in the refrigerator and use them within 2 days.
- Break larger pieces into bite sized bits before training sessions to keep treats small and frequent.
- Check stored treats for any sour smell, sticky or slimy spots, or visible mold and discard if you see any signs of spoilage.
