If dogs are our best friends, we really should let them in on a little birthday spirit. I know lots of people who throw their dogs birthday parties by giving them a big bone or a new toy, but this year, I say “let them eat cake!” But as good as our official red velvet cake is, it’s probably not the best choice for your pooch (read: do NOT feed your dog human cake). Luckily, I’ve found the perfect solution from the Dog Treat Recipe Exchange, a wonderful (and easy) recipe called Peanut Butter Delight Dog Birthday Cake. Enjoy, and share your doggy birthday party stories in the comments!

Ingredients:

1 cup white or whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup shredded carrots
1 tsp vanilla
1/3 cup honey
1 egg

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)

Mix together flour and baking soda. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into a ring mold sprayed with a nonstick spray for 40 minutes.

Frost this cake with low fat cottage cheese and decorate with carrot pieces. Store in refrigerator.