🍉 Treat Yourself Tuesday: Summer Dog Treats – Frozen Snacks to Keep Your Pup Cool! ☀️🐶❄️

When the summer heat kicks in, we humans cool down with ice cream, popsicles, and refreshing drinks—so why not give our pups their own delicious frozen treats?

Homemade frozen dog treats are a fun, healthy, and hydrating way to keep your furry friend cool and happy on hot days. These easy-to-make recipes use dog-safe ingredients and are perfect for refreshing your pup after a walk or playtime in the sun! ☀️🐕🍦

🐶 Why Make Homemade Frozen Dog Treats?

✔ Hydrating & Cooling – Helps prevent overheating in summer. 🌊✔ Nutritious & Healthy – No added sugars or artificial flavours. 🥕✔ Great for Teething Puppies – Soothes sore gums. 🦷✔ Fun & Enriching – Perfect for licking, chewing, and sniffing. 👃

🐶 Pro Tip: Use silicone molds, ice cube trays, or KONG toys to freeze these treats into fun shapes!

🍓 1. Frozen Peanut Butter & Banana Bites

A classic flavor combo that dogs love—packed with protein, potassium, and healthy fats!

📝 Ingredients:

✔ 1 ripe banana 🍌✔ ½ cup unsweetened peanut butter 🥜 (NO xylitol!)✔ ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Mash the banana and mix it with peanut butter and yogurt.2️⃣ Spoon the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds.3️⃣ Freeze for 2-4 hours, then pop them out and serve!

🐶 Bonus Tip: Add a sprinkle of ground flaxseed for extra fibre and Omega-3s!

🍉 2. Watermelon Pupsicles

Watermelon is hydrating, vitamin-rich, and naturally sweet—a perfect dog-friendly summer snack!

📝 Ingredients:

✔ 1 cup seedless watermelon chunks 🍉✔ ½ cup coconut water (or plain water) 🥥✔ ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Blend all ingredients into a smooth puree.2️⃣ Pour into ice cube trays or popsicle molds.3️⃣ Freeze for 3-4 hours and serve as a lickable summer treat!

🐶 Pro Tip: Insert a dog biscuit or carrot stick into the mold before freezing for an edible "popsicle stick"!

🥕 3. Carrot & Apple Frozen Chews

These crunchy, vitamin-packed treats are perfect for dogs who love chewing and gnawing!

📝 Ingredients:

✔ 1 carrot, peeled & sliced 🥕✔ ½ apple, diced (NO seeds!) 🍏✔ 1 cup low-sodium bone broth 🦴

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Place the carrot slices and apple pieces into an ice cube tray.2️⃣ Pour the bone broth over the fruits.3️⃣ Freeze for 3-5 hours and let your pup enjoy!

🐶 Bonus Tip: Bone broth is great for joint health, making this treat ideal for senior dogs!

🍦 4. DIY Doggy Ice Cream (Pumpkin & Coconut Flavor)

Creamy, delicious, and gut-friendly, this doggy ice cream is full of fibre and probiotics!

📝 Ingredients:

✔ 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt)✔ ½ cup pure pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling) 🎃✔ 1 tbsp coconut oil 🥥✔ ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Blend all ingredients until smooth.2️⃣ Pour into freezer-safe containers or silicone molds.3️⃣ Freeze for 4-6 hours and serve in small scoops!

🐶 Bonus Tip: Top with blueberries for an antioxidant boost!

🦴 5. Frozen KONG Fillers

Got a KONG toy? Stuff it with these cooling, long-lasting treats to keep your dog busy and beat boredom!

📝 KONG Filling Ideas:

✔ Mashed banana & peanut butter 🥜🍌✔ Pumpkin puree & Greek yogurt 🎃🥛✔ Wet dog food mixed with kibble 🥩✔ Blended watermelon & coconut water 🍉🥥

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Fill your KONG toy with any of the mixtures above.2️⃣ Place it in the freezer for 2-4 hours.3️⃣ Give it to your pup for a cool, long-lasting snack!

🐶 Bonus Tip: Freeze multiple KONGs so you always have one ready to go!

🌞 Safety Tips for Hot Weather

✔ Provide plenty of fresh water – Always keep a full water bowl available.✔ Avoid walks during peak heat (midday) – Stick to early morning or late evening.✔ Use a cooling mat or wet towel – Helps your pup cool down faster.✔ Monitor for overheating – Signs include excessive panting, drooling, and weakness.

🐾 Tip: If it’s too hot for you to walk barefoot outside, it’s too hot for your dog’s paws!

🐶 Final Thoughts: Keep Your Pup Cool & Happy This Summer!

These easy frozen treats are a fun, delicious, and healthy way to help your dog stay cool during summer! Try different flavours and ingredients to see which ones your pup loves the most.

💬 Which frozen treat will you try first? Have a favourite summer snack for your dog? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️🍉🐾