Fur Babies and  Howling Halloween  

As the Saratoga Farmers’ Market celebrates the end of their Saturday outdoor season, they are hosting their annual Howling Halloween event this Saturday, October 26th before moving inside.

WHERE:  High Rock Park (at the market shed)

WHEN:  9am to 1pm

WHAT’S HAPPENING:  

   *PET PHOTOS: Get your dog photographed by local photographer, and friend of the market, Pattie Garrett at the market shed in front of a fall festive backdrop courtesy of Burger Market Garden.  

   * Once the images have been edited and properly cropped, they will be sent via email to each dog owner.  Suggested donation of $5 per photo to benefit the market which is a 501(c)3 organization. 

   * KID CRAFT: Family Table Halloween Craft with the Saratoga Springs Public Library 

   * BOOK SALE with Friends of the Library

   * LIVE MUSIC with Bonnie Epstein and Dave Moore

WHO’S SUPPORTING local Fur Babies? 2024 2nd Annual Howling Halloween Sponsors are…

Milton Manor Pet Resort & Spa

Chow Bella – Shop, Stay, Play

The Brown Dog Canine Care

VISIT PUP FRIENDLY VENDORS at the Market:

   * Mugzy’s dog treats and pup cup buffet (located on the south lawn)

   * Northbound Boutique carries a large variety of decorative pup bandanas in all sizes along with dog bowties (located on the north lawn in the food court area at the market)

Supporting the Market:  

These small fundraisers help the market with administrative costs, supplies and free programming conducted throughout the year. 

WHAT IS NEXT for the Market?

   * Wednesday, October 30th – vendor trick or treating at High Rock Park from 3pm to 6pm (while supplies last) and kids activity table with Saratoga Springs Library.

   * Saturday, November 2nd – Holiday/Winter Market Opens at Wilton Mall 9:30 to 1:30pm.

The Saratoga Farmer’s Market is open on Wednesdays from 3- 6 p.m. and  Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org, where you can sign up for our weekly newsletter, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @SaratogaFarmersMarket.

Apple Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Yields: 30 treats | Prep & cook time: 40 min

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients  currently available at the farmers’ market

1 small apple*

2 eggs*

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce*

1/3 cup natural creamy peanut butter*

2 cups oat flour

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Glaze (optional)

1 tablespoon natural creamy peanut butter*

1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 

Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

Chop the apple into small pieces.

In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped apple, eggs, applesauce and peanut butter.

Combine the oat flour and rolled oats in a separate large bowl.

Add the wet ingredient mixture to the dry ingredient mixture and combine well to form a dough.

Turn the dough out onto a smooth surface and using your hands, combine the ingredients until you have a dough with a nice consistency.

Flatten evenly with your hands or a rolling pin to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness.

Using a cookie cutter, cut out the dog treats and place them on the covered baking sheet.

Bake the treats for 20 to 25 minutes.

Cool the treats to room temperature either on the baking sheet or a wire rack.

Making the glaze (optional):

In a small bowl, add the tablespoon of peanut butter and coconut oil.  

Microwave for 30 seconds or until melted.  Stir well.

Drizzle the mixture over the treats and let it set.

NOTE: Do not use peanut butter that contains xylitol, an artificial sweetener that is toxic to dogs.