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Warmer weather means more time playing outside with your dog. And when you’re ready to cool off, why not bust out the blender and some frozen fruit to create a refreshing treat for both of you?
You can serve these recipes extra-thick like a sherbet, or smooth and sippable like a slushie, just by adjusting the liquid you add when blending.
It’s all so delicious!
Fruity Pibble’s Punch
We wanted to create a throwback flavor to those Hi-C Fruit Punch days of childhood without all the added sugar. Pineapple, strawberry, and watermelon combine to create something like that first day of summer break.
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Fruity Pibble’s Punch
This sweet and tangy cooler tastes like an all-natural take on fruit punch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
- Category: Summer coolers
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup watermelon
- 1/4 cup pineapple
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 2 strawberries
- 1/4 cup cold water (adjust according to your preference)
Instructions
Add fruit and water to your blender and blitz until fruit is completely crushed.
Serve in bowl or wide-mouthed cup.
The Blueberry Shake
The magic, culinary alchemy that happens when blueberries meet cream can be experienced by your dog, too. Just skip the cream and blend blueberries and milk together for the ultimate dog-friendly treat,
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The Blueberry Shake
This sassy two-layered beverage swirls frozen blueberries, milk, and creamy yogurt into delicious, dog-friendly berry bliss.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
- Category: Summer coolers
Ingredients
For the bottom layer:
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup cold milk
For the top layer:
- 1/2 cup non-fat yogurt or thickened goat milk (we used powdered goat milk and added 2 scoops of powder to 1/2 cup water for a nice thick and creamy layer)
We used goat milk but you can use whatever (you or) your dog likes best. Great options include coconut milk, non-fat yogurt, or regular old cow milk if your dog’s digestion allows it.
Instructions
Blend the berries and milk to a nice and thick consistency.
Place in your serving bows making sure there’s enough room for the top layer.
Carefully spoon creamy topping onto berry layer.
Swill the blue into the white a little if you’re feeling fancy.
Honeydoodle Dew
The smell of fresh cut grass, refreshing melon, and a hint of mint combine to form a summer supergroup in your mouth. If your dog loves nibbling fresh grass, she’ll really be into this concoction.
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Honeydoodle Dew
It’s not easy being green! Sweet honeydew melon meets mint and goat milk for a tangy-cool treat! We added a pinch of powdered chlorophyll for an extra-dramatic look.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
- Category: Summer Coolers
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen honeydew melon
- drop of honey
- 1/4 cup goat milk
- 2 mint leaves
- Optional: A pinch of powdered chlorophyll
- Optional: Mint leaf garnish
We used goat milk but you can use whatever (you or) your dog likes best. Other great options include coconut milk, non-fat yogurt, or regular old cow milk if your dog’s digestion allows it.
Instructions
Finely dice two fresh mint leaves or crumble a healthy pinch of dried mint and add to blender.
Add the honeydew, honey, milk, and chlorophyll if using and blend until smooth.
Pour into serving dishes and garnish with a mint leaf.
Creamy Cantaloupe Cooler
This creamy-sweet frozen drink tastes like brunch in the spring with a whole weekend of lazy fun in your future.
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Cantaloupe Cooler
Frozen brunch. Need we say more?
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen cantaloupe
- 1/2 cup non-fat yogurt
- Fresh rosemary for garnish
We used non-fat yogurt, but you can use whatever (you or) your dog likes best for the creamy ingredient. Great options include goat milk, coconut milk, or regular old cow milk if your dog’s digestion allows it.
Instructions
Combine cantaloupe and yogurt in the blender and pulse until smooth.
Pour into serving bowls and garnish with a petite sprig of rosemary if you’re feeling fancy.
Tasting Notes
If you’re wondering which frozen treat was Bea’s favorite, I have the evidence right here:
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More Summertime Dog Treat Recipes
Get our six best recipes for ice cream for dogs to go way beyond the average summer dog treat. And if your dog isn’t a fan of cold nibbles, whip up a no-bake dog cookie that’s a perfect warm weather snack.
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