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Complete a dog biscut bake sale
Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Angell Animal Medical Center
About the Organization
We are a national and international leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine and provide direct hands-on care for thousands of animals each year. Founded in 1868, we are the second-oldest humane society in the United States. The full name of our organization is the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Angell Animal Medical Center, or MSPCA–Angell. The MSPCA comprises our Animal Care and Adoption Centers, our Advocacy Department, and our Law Enforcement Department. Angell Animal Medical Center is our nonprofit veterinary hospital.
About the Challenge
Selling homemade dog cookies is a yummy way to help the animals. After baking, package the cookies in bags with colorful ribbon and sell them to your neighbors or at a local dog park.
Items Needed
- A dog treat recipe
- Packaging materials (plastic bags, ribbon)
Challenge Directions
1. Find a healthy dog cookie recipe (peanut-free recipe HERE) on the internet or at the library, or use the following recipe:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 6 tablespoons oil
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 cup peanut butter (optional)
2. Mix all ingredients into a bowl.
3. Roll the dough flat until it is about 1/2 inch thick. Cut out shapes using your favorite cookie cutters.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 350 degrees.
5. After letting the cookies cool, package them up using plastic bags and colorful ribbon.
6. Sell them around your neighborhood to neighbors with dogs or visit a local dog park and ask people to support the MSPCA by buying the biscuits you have made.
7. Count up your earnings and deposit your cash into your checking account and make the donation to MSPCA.
8. Snap a picture of your treats to upload in the "Share Your Results" form
9. Complete a "Share Your Results" form to earn your challenge points.