Everyone deserves a nice, cold treat during the warm summer months! Who says dogs can’t enjoy one, too? Check out a few of our favorite chilled treat recipes below, made just for dogs, and let us know which one is their favorite!
As a reminder, all frozen treats should sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before being given to your pup to prevent dental injuries.
Frozen Fruits & Veggies
Pups love snacks with a crunch. Switch up your dog’s favorite fresh treat by freezing it before serving it to them. Not only will it taste chilled and delicious, but your pup will also take extra time enjoying it as they lick the treat while it softens. A few personal pup favorites are frozen chunks of banana, strawberries, peaches, carrots, and green beans.
Icy Broth Treats
Does your dog enjoy treats with a savory flavor? Chicken, beef, vegetable, and bone broth can all be frozen in cubes for pups without a sweet tooth. Simply pop the broth into an ice tray and freeze!
TIP: Mix some parsley into the broth to help support fresh breath!
Pup-Approved Sweet Treats
Swap frozen veggies with frozen fruit for a sweet treat your dog will love! Dice or puree fruit (remove the rind, seeds, or other hazards that may make it hard for a dog’s stomach to break down). Mix the fruit with plain yogurt and freeze. The fruit dogs seem to enjoy the most are cantaloupe, watermelon, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, pineapple, and apples.
Frozen Kong
Looking for another way to keep your dog occupied during the hot summer months? Grab a KONG and fill it with any of the treats listed above or a spoonful or two of peanut butter. Once filled, pop the filled KONG in the freezer and wait for all contents to firm. This treat will cool your pup down while keeping their brain stimulated!
Ask your local Dogtopia what new summer treats they’ve added to their add-on menu and make summer extra special for your canine companion!
