Dog popsicles can make for an exciting summer treat and help prevent dehydration during hot temperatures. Making these at home requires only simple ingredients; many may already be in your refrigerator!
Use blueberries, parsley and beef liver in this savory dog ice pops recipe with broth. Use a bone-shaped stick as the handle.
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Easy to make
Dog popsicles are an easy and delicious way to cool off your pup on a hot day. Many common ingredients can be found in most pantries, including fruits like watermelons and berries.
Homemade dog popsicles are the best choice, since you know exactly which ingredients go into making them, without sugar or artificial sweeteners being added. Plus, healthy toppings make this frozen treat even more enticing!
This recipe for pupsicles requires only four ingredients – bananas, peanut butter and unsweetened oat milk. If your dog has dairy allergies, yogurt may be used instead – just remember it must remain unsweetened as dogs don’t require added sugar! For an alternate treat idea instead of plastic popsicle sticks (which could pose a choking hazard to overexcited pups), long thin dog biscuits or vegetable sticks could work just as well; an ice cube tray or paper cups might even work instead.
Safe for dogs
Dog popsicles can be great summer treats that can keep your pup cool during hotter weather. Most recipes use healthy ingredients such as peanut butter, bananas, veggies, broth or watermelons and may even include treats and chews for extra texture!
Make these fun dog popsicles easily by mixing together all your dog-approved ingredients and pouring into ice cube trays or silicone molds shaped like paws or bones. Add an extra special touch by including one or more dog treats in the center!
Pumpkin is an ideal ingredient to include in pupsicle recipes as it’s packed full of fiber and nutrition. Combine pumpkin with plain yogurt and peanut butter for an irresistibly delicious treat that will hydrate and refresh your pup while keeping them cool this summer!
Be careful when giving your pup homemade pupsicles made of low-fat or non-fat yogurt as higher-fat options can increase the risk of pancreatitis. Also only give one homemade popsicle at a time to prevent overeating and choking hazards. As an alternative, carrots or cooked sweet potatoes could work just as well in place of pumpkin.
Cool for dogs
Frozen treats can help your pup beat the heat during hot days. But be wary – giving too many sugary or artificial sweetener-containing popsicles could trigger rapid insulin release leading to hypoglycemia in dogs.
Homemade popsicles for your pet can be made using ingredients safe for canines. A peanut butter pupsicle may hydrate and satisfy their thirst while frozen yogurt popsicle mixes featuring Wellness CORE Bowl Boosters Functional Toppers can add additional nutrition and protein into their diet.
This kit also comes with a bone-shaped dog treat mold for ease of serving your furry friend their healthy popsicle treat. Cleanup is easy; reuse it or try using a standard ice cube tray or silicone baking pan instead.
Healthy for dogs
Popsicles for your pet can be an ideal treat that won’t put their health at risk, since they can be eaten in smaller portions and won’t require the use of sticks which could potentially choke or harm teeth or gums. Plus, it can serve as an ice bath after long walks or play sessions!
Add ingredients such as peanut butter or fruit for extra nutrition and taste! Other alternatives may include using watermelons blended in an ice cube tray with washed blueberries to create dairy-free antioxidant treats or freezing chicken broth into ice cube molds for tasty protein-packed pupsicles.
Popsicles made for humans can be safe in small doses for dogs. However, many contain ingredients which can be toxic to them such as artificial sweetener xylitol and macadamia nuts which may cause gas, bloat, vomiting and diarrhea symptoms in some animals. It’s also important to take into account any food intolerances or allergies when selecting recipes for homemade popsicles.
