DIY Frozen ‘Pupsicle’ Treat for Dogs
There is nothing better than a popsicle on a hot day. But all the sugar in traditional popsicles isn’t good for dogs.
Instead, when the temperature rises, whip up these delicious dog-friendly “pupsicles” for your fur kid. This frozen DIY dog treat is easy to make and is packed with fiber and antioxidants for a healthy, energizing treat.
Key Takeaways
- These DIY frozen dog treats are made with pet-safe ingredients like bone broth, berries, kale, and apple chips.
- Prep time is just 15 minutes, but the treats need at least 6 hours to fully freeze.
- Each pupsicle includes a beef gullet stick for added chewing enrichment and flavor.
- Always supervise dogs while they enjoy chew sticks or frozen treats to help prevent choking hazards.
What You’ll Need
Photo by Chewy
Ingredients
- 1 cup of all-natural, pet-safe bone broth without garlic or onions
- 25–30 fresh blueberries
- fresh blueberries
- 4 medium-size fresh strawberries
- ½ cup of all-natural freeze-dried apple chips
- 1 leaf of green kale
- 6 beef gullet sticks
Recommended Product
Supplies
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Popsicle molds
- Aluminum foil
- Rolling pin
- Resealable plastic bag
Yield: 6 dog treats
Serving size: 1 dog treat
Prep time: 15 minutes
Freeze time: 6 hours
Total time: 6 hours, 15 minutes
Instructions
- Fill each popsicle mold halfway with bone broth.
- Wash the blueberries and drop 4-5 into each popsicle mold.
- Wash the strawberries, destem and cut them into thin slivers.
- Divide the strawberry slices evenly among the molds.
- Crush the apple chips and divide them evenly among each mold.
- Cut the kale leaf into ribbons and use to garnish the top of each mold.
- Cover each of the filled plastic molds with aluminum foil and gently cut a small X into the middle using the knife. Be sure that the “X” is large enough for the gullet stick to fit through.
- Carefully insert the gullet sticks through the “X” without pressing any foil into the broth. Freeze the molds for 6 hours or overnight.
- To serve, remove the pupsicle from the freezer and run the mold under hot water for 10 seconds to release.
Note: Dogs should always be supervised when eating a bully or gullet stick, and the stick should be chewed thoroughly and eaten in one sitting to prevent a choking hazard. Store leftovers in the freezer.
Photo by Chewy
This recipe was reviewed by a veterinarian. It is intended as a treat or snack. Treats should only constitute a small percentage of your pet’s daily food. If your pet has any other health issues, or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering this food item.
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