“Frosty Paws: Cool Treats for Hot Dogs”

Here are a few simple and dog-safe frozen treat recipes to help your furry friends beat the heat:

Peanut Butter Banana Pupsicles

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter (make sure it’s xylitol-free)
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt

Instructions:

  1. Mash the banana in a bowl.
  2. Add the peanut butter and yogurt, and mix until well combined.
  3. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
  4. Freeze for a few hours until solid.
  5. Pop out the treats and let your dog enjoy!

Apple and Carrot Frozen Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt

Instructions:

  1. Mix the applesauce, grated carrots, and yogurt in a bowl.
  2. Spoon the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
  3. Freeze for a few hours until solid.
  4. Serve to your dog as a cool treat!

Blueberry Coconut Pupsicles

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup coconut water
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt

Instructions:

  1. Blend the blueberries, coconut water, and yogurt together until smooth.
  2. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
  3. Freeze for a few hours until solid.
  4. Let your dog enjoy these refreshing treats!

Pumpkin and Banana Frozen Treats

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (plain, not spiced)
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt

Instructions:

  1. Mash the banana in a bowl.
  2. Add the canned pumpkin and yogurt, and mix until well combined.
  3. Spoon the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
  4. Freeze for a few hours until solid.
  5. Give your dog a tasty and cooling snack!

Chicken Broth Pops

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cooked chicken (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Pour the chicken broth into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
  2. Add a few pieces of chopped chicken to each compartment (if using).
  3. Freeze for a few hours until solid.
  4. Serve as a savory treat for your dog!

These recipes are simple, healthy, and sure to keep your dog cool and happy!