Homemade Frozen Summer Treats For Dogs

Benefits of Frozen Dog Treats

• Cool them down: Great for hot days to lower body temperature.
• Hydration boost: Many recipes include water, broth, or fruit juice.
• Chewing fun: They soothe teething puppies or keep adult dogs entertained.

Pup-Safe Ingredients to Use

• Plain Greek yogurt
• Peanut butter (xylitol-free!)
• Bananas, blueberries, strawberries
• Unsweetened applesauce or pumpkin puree
• Low-sodium chicken or beef broth

Easy Frozen Treat Recipes

Peanut Butter Banana Pops

• 1 banana
• 2 tbsp peanut butter
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

Instructions: Blend everything together. Pour into silicone molds or ice cube trays. Freeze for 3–4 hours. Pop out & serve!

Frozen Berry Bites

• ½ cup blueberries
• ½ cup strawberries (sliced)
• ½ cup water or dog-safe broth

Instructions: Drop berries into trays or molds, top with liquid, freeze overnight.

Broth Pupsicles

• 1 cup low-sodium broth (chicken or beef)
• Optional: small carrot pieces or treats inside

Instructions: Freeze in ice cube trays or small paper cups. Great enrichment snack!

Tips for Success

• Use dog-safe molds: Silicone molds or ice trays work great.
• Introduce slowly: Some dogs need time to adjust to frozen textures.
• Store properly: Keep extras in a sealed container or freezer bag.

"Cold treats, warm hearts - nothing says 'I love you' like a frozen peanut butter banana bite."

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