Dog-friendly Recipes
Dog biscuit and stock ice blocks
Take the beloved dog biscuit to the next level by making it into an ice block on a hot day.
Old, clean butter or yoghurt containers make ideal moulds for ice blocks.
Simply pop a biscuit or two (depending on size) into your container, fill with low-sodium, liquid stock and freeze before presenting the final product as a surprise to doggo.
Source: 5 super simple ice blocks to keep your dog cool this summer - RSPCA South Australia
Frozen pigs' ears
Guaranteed to provide long-lasting contentment, these are a super entertaining, yummy and nutritious chew for dogs. When frozen, they have the benefit of cooling your pup down too.
To make this one, add a pig’s ear to your container, then fill it with a low-sodium, liquid stock and pop it in the freezer.
This method keeps your dog entertained even longer than a pig’s ear on its own.
Source: 5 super simple ice blocks to keep your dog cool this summer - RSPCA South Australia
Peanut butter and banana ice cubes
A creamy and delicious treat, frozen peanut butter and banana is sure-fire way to make your fur baby happy! Full of protein and heart-healthy fats from the peanut butter, and potassium and fibre from the banana, this cool snack is a winner for your pup’s health too.
Simply add a tablespoon of pure peanut butter and one peeled banana to a container and fill the rest with water before freezing. (Just make sure you choose a peanut butter brand that doesn’t include xytlitol, as this can be dangerous for dogs.)
For smaller dogs – or even just smaller portion sizes – freezing one teaspoon of peanut butter with one slice of banana in an ice cube tray is also an option.
Blueberries are also a great substitute for banana if you want to switch things up!
Source: 5 super simple ice blocks to keep your dog cool this summer - RSPCA South Australia
Mixed berry block
Another sweet option is the yummy combo of mixed berries. Take a handful of fresh or frozen berries, add to a container and fill with water before popping in the freezer.
The healthy, refreshing, and entertaining choice of a berry ice block is simply a win-win. Filled with antioxidants and fibre, it’s also sure to give your pup glowing skin.
Source: 5 super simple ice blocks to keep your dog cool this summer - RSPCA South Australia
Ice cold toy blocks
For something a little different, pop a dog toy of your choice into a container, fill with low-sodium liquid stock and freeze. Rope bones are an ideal choice for this one!
The surprise this treat presents will help keep your dog stimulated and engaged as well as refreshed – what more could you want?
Source: 5 super simple ice blocks to keep your dog cool this summer - RSPCA South Australia
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