10 Delicious Homemade Pupsicle Recipes To Cool Your Dog Down All Summer
Alexa, did you just say, “Boy, it’s hot!?” Because, yes it is!
The sun is out in full swing, and that means three things: popsicles, popsicles, and popsicles. As we do everything we can to tackle the unforgiving summer heat — you know, sipping on an iced tea every hour of the day, cranking up the AC, and stocking up on our favorite ice cream flavors — we can’t ignore that our furry friends also need some of that refreshing goodness. And what better way to help your pup cool down than treating them to popsicles for dogs that are equal parts of thirst-quenching and healthy?
Here’s the best part…
There’s a wide variety of recipes for pupsicles to try out. Read on as we explore 10 pupsicle pops recipes your dog will find sinfully tasty and refreshing this summer!
Can Dogs Eat Popsicles?
The short answer is yes, dogs can eat popsicles, provided these treats aren’t laced with artificial sweeteners, as is the case with store-bought popsicles made for humans. Artificially sweetened popsicles contain ingredients toxic to dogs, so your furry friend is better off enjoying dog popsicles you’ve formulated at home with dog-safe ingredients.
One more thing…
If you’re thinking of adding a popsicle stick to your dog’s popsicle (though not necessary), we highly advise that you monitor them as they enjoy their treat. Popsicle sticks, as humble as they are, pose a choking hazard to dogs. Plus, as refreshing as the popsicles on this list are, be sure you’re feeding your dog in moderation.
That said, here are 10 summertime popsicles for dogs worth treating your canine friend to:
(PRO TIP: if you’ve frozen an excess amount of these dog popsicles, store the extras in a ziplock bag and freeze them for your dog to consume later)
1. Watermelon Pupsicles Recipe
Naturally sweet and juicy, and rich in essential vitamins and minerals, watermelon is one of the most hydrating healthy fruits you can feed your dog. For this summer, you can make your furry friend a plain watermelon popsicle or incorporate plain Greek yogurt for that extra dash of yumminess.
Option 1: Plain Watermelon Pupsicle
- Remove the seeds and rinds of a fresh watermelon piece before scooping out the flesh.
- Using a blender, blend the seedless flesh into watermelon purée.
- Pour the plain watermelon purée into a silicon mold or ice cube tray, freeze until solid, then serve.
Option 2: Watermelon-Yogurt Pupsicle
- Cut a piece of seedless watermelon (without the rind) into chunks
- Toss these chunks into a blender and blend until smooth
- Pour half of the purée into a silicon popsicle mold. Fill up the rest of the silicon mold with unsweetened Greek yogurt
- Freeze to perfection before serving.
2. Apple Puspicle Dog Recipe: Apple-Yogurt Popsicle
Apples are packed with fiber, antioxidants, and various vitamins, such as Vitamins A and C, making them a healthy addition to your dog’s popsicle treat. While making an Apple popsicle for your dog, be sure to first remove the seeds and the core.
Ingredients:
- An apple
- A cup of plain Greek yogurt
Instructions:
- Cut the apple into smaller chunks and toss these seedless, core-free pieces into a blender.
- Add the yogurt and blend to a smooth consistency.
- Pour the mixture into a popsicle mold and freeze to perfection before serving.
3. Pupsicle Recipes Peanut Butter: Apple, Honey, and Peanut Butter Popsicles
Want to try out as many peanut butter pupsicle recipes as possible? Start with this one right here. Give your dog’s Apple popsicle a summer makeover by adding honey and plain peanut butter. Being a natural sweetener, honey is completely safe for dogs in small amounts.
Ingredients:
- Two tablespoons of plain peanut butter
- A tablespoon of honey
- A cup of plain Greek yogurt
- An apple
Instructions:
- Remove the seeds and core from your apple before cutting it into chunks.
- Toss the seedless apple pieces in a blender, then add the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend the mixture into a smooth consistency.
- Transfer the mixture into a popsicle mold, then freeze to perfection before serving your dog
4. Pupsicle Recipes Pumpkin: Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Popsicles
One guaranteed way to leave a lasting impression on your dog’s taste buds is treating them to anything with peanut butter, pumpkin, or a combination of both! Plain pumpkin is an excellent source of fiber — among other minerals and vitamins — and will, therefore, aid in your dog’s digestion.
Ingredients:
- Two tablespoons of plain peanut butter
- A cup of plain pumpkin purée
- Dog biscuits (optional)
Instructions:
- Blend the plain pumpkin purée with the peanut butter until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
- Stick a dog biscuit in the middle of the mold for that full “popsicle-with-stick” experience.
- Freeze until hard enough to serve
5. Cantaloupe-Yogurt Popsicles
Cantaloupe offers several health benefits to dogs, from improving their bowel movements to increasing their hydration levels (because of its high water content) and boosting their immune system thanks to the several minerals and vitamins it contains. Since Cantaloupe and yogurt go together like white on rice, your furry friend will have a blast licking their cantaloupe popsicle on a hot summer day.
Ingredients:
- A cup of plain Greek yogurt
- Seedless Cantaloupe sliced into chunks
Instructions:
- Blend the cantaloupe chunks and plain yogurt to a smooth consistency.
- Pour the mixture into a silicon mold and freeze until hard before serving your dog.
6. Peanut Butter Puspicles: Blueberry-Yogurt Popsicle With Peanut Butter
High in antioxidants and other immune-boosting nutrients, you can never go wrong with adding blueberries to your dog’s diet. If your dog is a blueberry lover, they’ll go gaga over this irresistible summer treat.
Ingredients:
- A cup of fresh blueberries
- A cup of unsweetened Greek yogurt
- Two tablespoons of peanut butter
Instructions:
- In a blender, blend the blueberries, plain yogurt, and peanut butter to a smooth consistency.
- Pour the mixture into a silicon mold and freeze to perfection before serving.
7. Pupsicle Recipes Without Yogurt: Banana-Watermelon popsicles
Similar to watermelons, bananas have a high nutritional content for dogs. They are rich in vitamins such as vitamin B6 and vitamin C, which help support brain development and the immune system, respectively. Bananas also contain high amounts of potassium, which helps improve your dog’s heart health, muscle function, and electrolyte balance.
Ingredients:
- Seedless watermelon
- One ripe banana
Instructions:
- Cut the flesh of the watermelon (ensure to first remove the seeds and rind) into chunks
- Slice the banana
- Toss the banana and watermelon chunks into a blender and blend into a fine consistency.
- Pour the blend into a silicon mold or ice cube tray and freeze to perfection.
8. Pupsicle Recipe Without Yogurt: Chicken Broth Popsicle
We all know `nothing can get between dogs and their love for chicken, so enjoying a chicken broth popsicle, AKA Brothsicle, on a hot day will likely be a dream come true for your dog.
Ingredients:
- A cup of plain, unsalted chicken broth
- A small amount of shredded chicken pieces (unsalted)
- A carrot stick/celery stick (optional)
Instructions:
- Mix the plain chicken broth with the shredded pieces of chicken
- Pour this combination into a popsicle mold.
- Place a carrot or celery stick in the middle of the mold to act as a popsicle stick.
- Freeze until hardened before serving your pup.
9. Strawberry–Yogurt Popsicle
Strawberries are a dog-safe, healthy choice of treats because they’re full of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, among other nutritional benefits. Plus, strawberries contain an enzyme known as malic acid that can help whiten your four-legged friend’s teeth.
Ingredients:
- Plain Greek yogurt
- A cup of fresh strawberries
- Dog biscuit (optional)
Instructions:
- In a blender, blend the strawberries and plain yogurt to a smooth consistency.
- Pour the blend into silicon molds and add a dog biscuit at the center of the mold to act as a popsicle stick.
- Place the molds in a freezer and serve once frozen.
10. Pupsicle Recipe Without Yogurt: Carrot-Apple Popsicles
Beyond improving your dog’s eye health, carrots are amazing for your dog’s oral health, bowel movement, and overall immune system. Apples, another low-calorie snack loved by almost all dogs, is also loaded with antioxidants and essential vitamins. These two can make a healthy, lip-smacking treat your dog won’t get enough of this summer.
Ingredients:
- Three carrots
- A fresh apple
- A cup of water
Instructions:
- Slice the carrots into small pieces
- Cut the apples into chunks after removing the seeds and core.
- Throw them into a blender, add water, and blend to a fine consistency.
- Transfer the blend into silicon molds or ice cube trays, and freeze to perfection before serving.