Homemade Frozen Dog Treats Your Pup Will Love

Beat the Heat: Delicious Homemade Frozen Dog Treats Your Pup Will Love!

As the warmer months arrive in the UK, we're all looking for ways to keep ourselves, and our beloved canine companions, cool and comfortable. While a splash in a paddling pool or a cooling mat can help, nothing quite beats refreshing frozen dog treats! Making your own at home means you control the ingredients, ensuring they're healthy, natural, and perfectly suited for your dog. Plus, it's a fun activity you can do together!

Here at COYA Pet, we're passionate about providing wholesome, raw nutrition for dogs. Our range of freeze-dried raw food, treats, toppers, and Kibble Plus can be cleverly incorporated into your homemade frozen dog treats, adding an extra boost of goodness and irresistible flavour.

Why Frozen Dog Treats? The Cool Benefits for Your Dog

Beyond just cooling down, frozen dog treats offer several fantastic benefits:

  • Hydration Boost: Especially important on hot days, frozen treats contribute to your dog's daily water intake.
  • Mental Stimulation: Licking a frozen treat can be a calming and engaging activity, keeping your dog occupied and happy.
  • Dental Health: The act of licking and gnawing on a frozen treat can help clean teeth and soothe gums, particularly for teething puppies.
  • Healthy Indulgence: When made with the right ingredients, these treats can be a nutritious addition to their diet, unlike many shop-bought alternatives.
  • Relief for Upset Tummies: Gentle, bland frozen treats can sometimes help soothe a dog with a mild upset stomach.

Essential Tips for Homemade Frozen Dog Treats

Before we dive into recipes, here are a few golden rules for making safe and delicious frozen treats:

  • Dog-Safe Ingredients Only: Always double-check that every ingredient is safe for canine consumption. Avoid toxic ingredients like xylitol (often found in peanut butter), grapes, raisins, onions, and chocolate.
  • Plain & Unsweetened: Opt for plain yoghurts, unsweetened fruit, and low-sodium broths.
  • Portion Control: Treats should only make up a small percentage of your dog's daily calorie intake. Use small moulds like ice cube trays or silicone moulds designed for pets.
  • Introduce Gradually: If your dog isn't used to new foods, introduce new ingredients slowly to avoid any digestive upset.
  • Supervise: Always supervise your dog when they're enjoying a frozen treat, especially if it's a larger "pupsicle."

Delicious Homemade Frozen Dog Treat Recipes (with a COYA Twist!)

Get ready to unleash your inner chef! Here are some simple, tail-wagging recipes:

1. Berry & Yoghurt Bites with COYA Freeze-Dried Raw Topper

A classic combination, perfect for a healthy and refreshing snack.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup plain, unsweetened natural yoghurt (or lactose-free alternative)
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries – ensure stems and leaves are removed from strawberries)
  • 1-2 tablespoons of COYA Pets Freeze-Dried Raw Topper (Chicken, Beef, or Fish work brilliantly here for added flavour and nutrients).

Instructions:

  1. Blend the yoghurt and berries until smooth.
  2. Stir in the COYA Pet Freeze-Dried Raw Topper. The topper will absorb some moisture, creating a lovely texture.
  3. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or small silicone moulds.
  4. Freeze for at least 3-4 hours, or until solid.
  5. Pop out and serve!

Why COYA Topper? Our toppers are packed with 99.75% raw, human-grade meat or fish and vitamins and minerals. They're a fantastic source of protein, essential vitamins, and minerals, adding a nutrient-dense punch to these cool treats.

2. Peanut Butter & Banana Pupsicles with COYA Kibble Plus Crumbles

A firm favourite for most dogs, made healthier!

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (ensure it's xylitol-free!)
  • 1/4 cup water or low-sodium chicken/vegetable broth
  • A handful of COYA Pet Kibble Plus (Chicken, Beef or Turkey are great choices), lightly crushed or crumbled.

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
  2. Add the peanut butter and water/broth, mixing well until combined.
  3. Gently fold in the crushed COYA Pet Kibble Plus. The smaller pieces will distribute nicely.
  4. Spoon the mixture into ice cube trays or small silicone moulds.
  5. Freeze until completely solid (4+ hours).

Why COYA Kibble Plus? COYA Kibble Plus is a convenient way to add the benefits of raw feeding to your dog's diet. Combining a grain-free, single protein kibble with human-grade freeze-dried meat, fruit and vegetable pieces so your dog gets all the benefits of raw on a kibble diet.

3. Savoury Broth & COYA Freeze-Dried Raw Food Cubes

Simple, hydrating, and packed with meaty flavour.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken or beef broth
  • A small amount of COYA Pet Freeze-Dried Raw Food (e.g., a few pieces of Chicken, Beef, Pork, Fish or Turkey from our main meals).

Instructions:

  1. Take a few pieces of your dog's favourite COYA Pet Freeze-Dried Raw Food. You can rehydrate them slightly with a tiny bit of water or just crumble them as is.
  2. Place a few small pieces or crumbles of the COYA Freeze-Dried Raw Food into each compartment of an ice cube tray.
  3. Pour the low-sodium broth over the top, filling each compartment.
  4. Freeze until solid.

Why COYA Freeze-Dried Raw Food? This is the ultimate in raw nutrition! Our freeze-dried raw food is made from premium cuts of human-grade meat plus specially selected fruit and vegetables, retaining all the goodness of raw feeding without the need for bulky storage or defrosting. Using small pieces in these broth cubes offers a concentrated burst of natural flavour and nutrients, making these treats incredibly appealing and beneficial.

4. Pumpkin & COYA Freeze-Dried Raw Treats

Great for digestion and a taste of autumn any time of year.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree (ensure it's 100% pumpkin, not pie filling!)
  • 1/4 cup plain, unsweetened natural yoghurt
  • A few pieces of COYA Pets Freeze-Dried Raw Treats (e.g., Turkey or Pork, which contain pumpkin already!)

Instructions:

  1. Combine the pumpkin puree and yoghurt in a bowl, mixing until smooth.
  2. Break or crumble the COYA Pets Freeze-Dried Raw Treats into smaller pieces and stir them into the mixture.
  3. Spoon the mixture into small silicone moulds or ice cube trays.
  4. Freeze for 3-4 hours, or until firm.

Why COYA Freeze-Dried Raw Treats? Our COYA treats are 90% meat with 10% fruit/veg (like pumpkin or sweet potato!), making them a fantastic, healthy reward. Using them in these treats adds extra protein and the natural benefits of the pumpkin already present in the treat, supporting digestion. They're also incredibly palatable for dogs!

Get Creative with Your Canine Culinary Skills!

These recipes are just a starting point. Feel free to experiment with other dog-safe ingredients like:

  • Mashed sweet potato
  • Unsweetened applesauce
  • Blended spinach or carrots
  • Coconut milk (unsweetened)

Remember to always prioritise your dog's health and consult your vet if you have any concerns about introducing new foods.

Making homemade frozen dog treats is a simple, enjoyable way to show your dog some extra love, especially when the weather warms up. By incorporating the natural goodness of the COYA Pets range, you're not just offering a tasty snack, but a truly nourishing one too.

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