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This simple two-ingredient watermelon ice cream recipe is delicious for humans, but pets will love it, too.
Turn your leftover watermelon into a treat your dog won’t be able to resist. It’s the perfect special to celebrate gotcha day, a picnic, a barbecue, or just because watermelon is on sale.
Easy watermelon ice cream for dogs
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Productivity: 2 cups firstx
- Type: Special evasion
Ratio
Element
- 1 1/2 cups frozen watermelon
- 1/4 cup yogurt (substitute with coconut milk or coconut yogurt for lactose sensitivity)
Device
Guide
- Wash the melon before slicing.
- Cut a few cups of watermelon, remove the seeds.
- Place in freezer for 4 hours (or overnight if you prefer).
- Place 1/2 cup of frozen melons in a food processor.
- Add 1/4 cup yogurt.
- Blitz in a food processor, add more fruit or yogurt to adjust flavor and texture.
- Serve immediately.
Note
You can refreeze the ice cream, but the texture may not be ideal.
Note over
The only reason Bea doesn’t scream for ice cream is that she’s too busy stuffing her face with ice cream.
Some variations of watermelon ice cream for dogs
Feeling like a bowl is too simple for your culinary masterpiece? Try a silicone mold, like this lovely heart trayto create perfectly delicious treats that you can store in the freezer and take out for special occasions.
Or if your cabinets are already overflowing with kitchen appliances, take advantage of something from your puppy’s arsenal, such as mat lick. We like this fun honeycomb rug that makes a delicious sweet and exciting. Licking mats have all sorts of benefits—one of which is that they can help clean your dog’s teeth. It’s like eating dessert and brushing your teeth at the same time.
All about dogs and milk
Just like humans, some dogs are unable to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk. As in humans, lactose intolerance in dogs can be very mild or severe. Trust us, if your dog can’t tolerate milk, you’ll know. It manifests as an upset stomach, foul-smelling gas, and well, did we mention foul-smelling gas?
Make sure to avoid giving your dog sugary dairy products, especially anything with artificial sweeteners. In general, low-fat options are also easier to digest. We especially like Greek yogurt for dogs thanks to its high protein content.
More great homemade dog treats
Making your own is easier than you think and often more affordable. Plus, you’ll have peace of mind knowing you’re providing your dog with the healthiest options without the dreaded fillers. Like humans, dogs thrive on whole foods.
Check out six of our favorite dog ice cream substitute recipes in our article, Dog ice cream is one thing and your dog wants some.
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