Pumpkin Season is Here!

Ricki Lane
Sep 27, 2025
2 min read

Stock Up on Pumpkin Purée for Your Pup Before It Disappear

Fall is in the air, and that means it's officially pumpkin season — a favorite time of year for dog parents who love to spoil their pups with seasonal, healthy treats. But if you’ve ever tried to find canned pumpkin purée after Thanksgiving, you know it basically vanishes from store shelves until the next fall. So here’s your friendly reminder: stock up now!

Why Pumpkin is Great for Dogs 🐶

Pumpkin isn’t just a seasonal craze — it’s a nutritious superfood for dogs. Packed with fiber, vitamins A, C, and E, and low in fat, pumpkin can help support:

Healthy digestion (great for both constipation and diarrhea)
Weight management
Shiny coats and healthy skin
Natural detox with antioxidants

But be sure you're buying plain pumpkin purée — not the spiced pie filling!

🛒 When to Buy Pumpkin Purée

Pumpkin purée becomes scarce after Thanksgiving as retailers shift to winter holiday inventory. So now — early fall through November — is the best time to:

Stock up on canned pumpkin
Freeze extras in ice cube trays or airtight containers
Keep a few cans in your pantry for year-round treat-making

Pro tip: Buy from wholesale clubs or online stores where you can grab a bulk pack at a discount! Otherwise : Aldi $1.15 * or Walmart $1.16 note pricing varies depending on location

🦴 5 Easy Ways to Use Pumpkin in Homemade Dog Treats

Looking for ideas to treat your dog this season? Here are some fun and simple ways to use pumpkin purée:

1. Pumpkin & Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

A classic! Mix pumpkin, peanut butter, whole wheat flour, and an egg to make crunchy, satisfying biscuits. Amazon has a handful of silicon dog treat molds, click here

👉 Try this easy recipe from Love From The Oven

2. Frozen Pumpkin Pup Pops

Perfect for warmer fall days or soothing teething puppies. Blend pumpkin with plain Greek yogurt and freeze in silicone molds

👉 Check out this frozen treat recipe from Damn Delicious

3. Pumpkin Kong Filler

Mix pumpkin with a little kibble or dog-safe peanut butter and stuff it into a Kong. Freeze it for a long-lasting chew session. For an assortment of Kong options, click here.

4. Pumpkin Oat No-Bake Treats

Combine pumpkin, oats, and a touch of cinnamon into small bite-sized treats you can store in the fridge.

👉 Find this no-bake recipe on Beagles & Bargains

5. Pumpkin & Banana Baked Bites

Use ripe bananas and pumpkin for a naturally sweet, chewy treat that’s full of fiber and potassium.

👉 Try this healthy baked recipe from The Recipe Critic

Final Thoughts: Don’t Miss the Pumpkin Window!

Pumpkin season is short — and once it's gone, it’s gone. Avoid the post-holiday scramble and stock up on pumpkin purée now so your pup can enjoy delicious, gut-friendly treats all year long.

Have a favorite pumpkin dog treat recipe? Share it in the comments or tag us on Instagram at @paw_tribute !