Top 10 homemade summer snacks for Dogs

Top 10 Homemade Summer Snacks for Dogs

As temperatures rise, our furry friends need cooling, healthy treats just as much as we do. Here’s a list of the Top 10 Homemade Summer Snacks for Dogs — perfect for keeping tails wagging this season. All easy to make, vet-approved, and pup-tested. Updated for June 9, 2025!

1. Frozen Watermelon Bites

Blend seedless watermelon into purée, pour into silicone molds, and freeze. Hydrating and sweet!

2. Peanut Butter Banana Pops

Mix mashed banana with unsweetened peanut butter. Freeze in ice cube trays with a biscuit handle.

3. Pumpkin Yogurt Cubes

Combine canned pumpkin (no sugar added) with plain Greek yogurt. Freeze and serve as cool treats.

4. Apple Carrot Coins

Grate carrots and apples, mix, and form into bite-sized rounds. Freeze or refrigerate before serving.

5. Chicken & Rice Pupsicles

Blend boiled chicken and rice with broth. Pour into ice cube trays and freeze for a savory treat.

6. Coconut Blueberry Bark

Spread coconut milk on a baking sheet, sprinkle blueberries, freeze, and break into pieces.

7. Frozen Bone Broth Cubes

Freeze low-sodium bone broth in paw- or bone-shaped molds for protein-packed hydration.

8. Berry Sweet Potato Mash

Mash boiled sweet potatoes with blueberries and freeze in spoonfuls for a rich, sweet combo.

9. Tuna Ice Treats

Mix canned tuna (in water) with plain yogurt and parsley. Freeze in silicone trays for a breath-freshening treat.

10. Frozen Cantaloupe Balls

Scoop cantaloupe into balls and freeze. Simple, refreshing, and full of vitamins!

Always check with your vet before introducing new treats to your dog’s diet. Keep portions small, use fresh ingredients, and enjoy the joy of watching your pup beat the summer heat the tasty way!