Summertime is here. The best time to let your pup live his/her best life with all of the outdoor activities. We all deserve a nice reward after a long hot outing, so while you relax with a refreshing drink or delicious ice cream, don’t forget about your four-legged partner who deserves a cool treat too.
These homemade frozen dog treats recipes are super-easy to make and perfect for summertime snacking. Not only will your dog love you for the amazing treats, but you will love knowing they are enjoying a healthy snack with no mystery ingredients.
Each recipe is unique and fun in its own way, so be sure to try them all to see which one your pup loves the most!
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DIY Frozen Dog Treats Tips and Tricks
- Before you make any homemade dog treats for your pet, be sure they do not have any allergies or food issues. You don’t want a nice treat for your god to turn into a hefty vet bill.
- Test out the treat by first giving the dog a small portion of the treats. Wait a few days to make sure they don’t have any problems digesting the food.
- Store your treats in a zip-top freezer bag to extend the shelf life of the treats, and help keep them fresh for up to 4 months.
- Do not serve your dog treats that are freezer burnt, or past the above-mentioned shelf life. The ingredients might have gone bad, which can cause stomach issues for your pet.
- Feel free to take any of these recipes and change them up to make them your own, and fit the preferences of your dog. Just make sure any replacements you use are still dog-friendly ingredients.
- Sweeten with fruit. Never use any kind of artificial sweetener when you make a sweet treat for your dogs.
- Give only a little bit at first. The first time you give your dog a new type of food, watch for any signs of food sensitivities.
Supplies
Before you begin, these are the supplies I suggest you get. You will use one or all of them when you make your favorite homemade dog treat recipe from this list.
- Ice cube trays or silicone candy molds
- Food processor
- Baking sheet or cookie sheet
- Bully sticks or dog biscuits (instead of a popsicle stick)
- Small paper cup
- Muffin tin
Dog Safe Ingredients
All of these recipes use ingredients that are safe for dogs to eat. Here’s a quick overview of the most common ingredients in these treats.
- Baby food
- Berries
- Coconut milk
- Leftover chicken
- Plain yogurt
- Sweet potatoes
- Seedless watermelon
Dog Frozen Treats Recipes
These frozen dog treat recipes will have you covered for any flavor or treat preference your dog might have. From savory options like apple and chicken popsicles and frozen cheeseburger treats, to sweet banana peanut butter ice cream and papaya treats, this list has it all. Each recipe has a list of ingredients so that you know what to get from the grocery store.
These are a good idea to share with your pup when they want a break from the summer heat.
The hardest part will be deciding which one to try first! So, let’s get to it and check some out!
Check out more recipes for homemade dog treats with peanut butter.
Homemade Dog Ice Cream Recipes
There is nothing like a frozen treat on a hot summer day, especially for your dog. Homemade dog ice cream is a great way to help your pup cool down.
All of these flavors can be a refreshing treat on a hot day. Even sweet potato ice cream can be put on your list of healthy treats for dogs.
Here are some of my favorite recipes:
Homemade Dog Popsicle Recipes
These popsicles are a great option for dogs that love to chew. It will keep them entertained as they eat the soft part and then they will be rewarded with crunchy biscuits underneath. My dogs love the watermelon dog treats the most!
You’ll feel good when you make these frozen popsicles with healthy ingredients. They are small and perfect for smaller dogs. If your pup loves peanut butter, then check out the peanut butter dog treats – they taste like Frosty Paws!
Each homemade dog treat recipe below is made with natural ingredients – perfect for big dogs and small dogs alike.
Homemade Frozen Dog Treat Molds
These molds are great for making homemade frozen dog treats. Click on the link to view and purchase on Amazon.
- Dog Paw and Bone Shape Silicone Molds – These are adorable.
- Dog Shape Silicone Mold – Such fun dog shapes.
- Silicone Cupcake Cups – Great when making only a few.
- Silicone Popsicle Mold – Fun bunny and paw print shapes.
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Akita says
My dog loves to eat chocolate flavored ice cream. In addition, fruit is an accompaniment to every meal. For fruit I had to put in the refrigerator for more than 5 hours to cool. Next I’m going to peel, the only thing left for Pope is to eat.
Antonia says
Isn’t chocolate extremly poisonous for dogs?!