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I assume that you are filing a Schedule C because you drive for hire, like for Uber or Lyft.
You can deduct the treats and water as Supplies on the Schedule C. line 22.
You can deduct the oil changes in Car and Truck Expenses (line 9).
You claim vehicle deductions under the Vehicle Expenses section on your Schedule C (self-employment income and expenses). Enter all of your vehicle information on your Schedule C. When claiming vehicle deductions, you generally have a choice between using the standard mileage deduction OR you can use actual expenses. To claim repair expense for your business, you will have to opt for using the actual expenses method. However, you should enter all of the information and TurboTax will let you know what your deduction will be using standard or actual.
To enter your vehicle mileage and actual expenses (you will enter mileage first then actual expenses at the end of that section)
If you use TurboTax CD/Download Home Business follow these instructions to enter your expenses. See the links below for more information regarding vehicle deductions.
Standard Mileage vs. Actual Expenses: Getting the Biggest Tax Deduction
Driving Down Taxes: Auto-Related Tax Deductions
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