Cool treats and hot tips: 3 pupsicle recipes to treat your dog this summer
When the sun is blazing, there’s nothing better than a cold treat—especially for our furry friends. Keeping pets cool during the summer is essential. That’s why the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is encouraging pet parents to take the No Hot Pets pledge at nohotpets.ca to help prevent animals from overheating.
One fun way to keep your dog cool at home? Homemade pupsicles! These frozen dog treats are easy to make, nutritious, and a fun way to help your pup beat the heat.
Peanut butter and banana pupsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (xylitol-free!)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Splash of water
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour into ice cube trays or silicone molds and freeze for 3-4 hours. Serve frozen for a tasty, cooling treat!
Chicken broth and apple pupsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ apple, finely chopped (no seeds or core)
Instructions:
Add chopped apple to an ice cube tray, then pour in the broth. Freeze overnight. Your pup will love this savory andsweet surprise!
Berry coconut delight
Ingredients:
- ½ cup blueberries
- ½ cup strawberries (hulled)
- 1 cup coconut water (no added sugar)
Instructions:
Blend the fruit and coconut water, pour into molds, and freeze. Packed with antioxidants and hydration!
While you’re making treats to keep your pet cool, don’t forget the bigger picture—never leave an animal unattended in a parked car, even for a few minutes. Temperatures inside a vehicle can spike in moments, putting animals at serious risk. Shade and water are vital if your pet is outside, but avoiding prolonged heat exposure is even better.
Take the No Hot Pets pledge today at nohotpets.ca and help raise awareness. Share the message on social media, talk to local businesses, and ask your municipality to support pet safety. You’ll also find free resources, care tips, and a chance to win a YETI summer prize pack if you enter before August 31!
Let’s keep summer fun and safe—for everyone, two-legged and four.
