Recipes for Summer Cool Treats for Hot Dogs

When the temperature outdoors rises, your dog may become hot even after a good grooming. Heatstroke is only one of the numerous summer dangers that our pets may face. Dog treats that are chilled or frozen are a pleasant surprise for your dog. They will not only keep your dog cool, but they will also keep it entertained when it is pent up indoors. Here are some healthy, chilly treat options that your dog will enjoy:

Ice "Cream" for Dogs

Real ice cream is delicious to dogs, but it is bad for them. Sugar raises the calorie count, and too much dairy can lead to vomiting or diarrhea. "Lick-a-lots" and "Frosty Paws" are two brands of nutritious dog ice "cream" that dogs like. However, if you want to save money or don't want to go to the shop, you may build your own version at home. Here's what you'll require:

• 1 banana, ripe
• 4 oz. plain yogurt 
• 1 tbsp. peanut butter 

In a blender or food processor, combine all of the ingredients. Pour the mixture into three or four small containers and place them in the freezer overnight.  Keep the goodies in the container and give one to your dog, but keep an eye on him. If you don't take them out of their containers, they'll last longer. Experiment with finely sliced apples, carrots, or lean meat as add-ins.

Puppy Popsicles

All you need is one ingredient to make quick and easy frozen pops that dogs will love: chicken broth or beef broth. Look for one that is fat-free, unsalted or low-sodium, and doesn't include onion.

Freeze the broth overnight in ice cube trays or mini-muffin pans. You can give a few to your dog as treats on their own. To add taste, sprinkle the pops on top of kibble or in the water dish. Experiment using other ingredients, such as finely sliced carrots, apples, or lean pork.

Try freezing diluted juice with no extra sugar for a delicious pop. A watermelon can also be chop into bits and frozen. On a hot day, dogs adore these gently sweet frozen treats, and you might as well.

Kong Stuffing (Frozen)

The Kong is a fantastic stuffed dog toy that can occupy almost any dog when properly filled. There's almost no limit to what you can do with this toy. Fill it with a mushy mixture of foods and freeze it (the longer it sits in the freezer, the firmer it will freeze, but you may eat it as soon as two hours after stuffing it). Fill a frosting piping bag with the mixture for easy stuffing. If you don't have this, fill a plastic zip-top bag with the ingredients and snip one of the bottom corners off. Fill the Kong or similar stuffed toy with the contents of the bag. Before serving, freeze for at least two hours (overnight is preferable). This will keep your dog preoccupied for a long time.

Popsicle Baby Food

Go to the shop and get some baby food (the kind in plastic containers is a safer bet). Formulas with beef, chicken, sweet potato, and fruit perform particularly well. Freeze overnight in the packing before serving.

Caution!

• Make careful to select a formula that doesn't include any potentially harmful chemicals (like onions).
• When offering these treats to dogs, keep an eye on them to make sure they don't chew or consume the container.
• When giving your dog treats, keep in mind that treats should never account for more than 10% of your dog's daily food consumption.

Dog Toys: How to Select the Best Toys for Your Pet

Canine actions such as chewing and playing are normal. Dog toys are vital products for all dogs, even though some dogs may play or chew more than others. In fact, when dogs do not have the right outlets to follow their instincts, behavioral issues might arise. The toy that a dog prefers is determined by her own playing and chewing technique. Try out a few different sorts of toys with your dog to see how she enjoys playing and chewing.

Balls

To select a ball for your dog, choose the one that is large enough for him to carry without swallowing it and tiny enough for him to easily grasp in his mouth. Most dogs can play with a standard tennis ball, but there are also extra-large balls for gigantic dogs and micro balls for smaller dogs.

Discs and Other Retrieving Toys

When it comes to fetching, the disc is a little more adaptable than a ball since you can modify the disc's speed and force it to change direction. This diversity will keep your dog interested and prevent boredom. Other retrievers, such as the "Hurley," provide a distinctively designed toy for your dog to fetch. Rubber, plastic, rope, or some other material can be used to make alternative retrieve toys.

Plush Toys

When playing with soft toys, keep an eye on your dog to prevent her from ingesting stuffing or squeakers, which can cause GI blockage. These are stuffed toys with squeakers on the outside, but no filling. With aggressive chewers, plush toys will not survive long, but they may still be a lot of fun (with supervision). For prolonged chewing duration, several firms create exceptionally robust plush toys.

Squeaky Toys 

Squeaky toys that aren't plush come in a variety of forms and sizes. They're usually constructed of vinyl, rubber, or plastic. Because durability varies, pick carefully based on your dog's chewing tendencies. Thick rubber is preferable for aggressive chewers in general.

Rope Toys

It's important to remember that many dogs can readily shred rope toys and consume the parts. This can result in a major gastrointestinal blockage. Never leave your dog unattended with rope toys. It's time to toss your rope toy when it starts to unravel.

Tug Toys

Many dogs like tug-of-war games. It's a good way for a dog to show off his predatory instincts while also providing excellent mental and physical activity. On the market, tug toys come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. Toys constructed of rope and/or rubber are frequently encountered. Choose a tug toy that is both comfortable to grasp and pull on for you and simple for your dog to bite and pull on.

Toys That Float

For dogs that enjoy swimming, floating toys are ideal. Floating balls, rings, and other toys, which are usually made of foam, rubber, or plastic, is easy for your dog to discover and grip in the water. 

Toy that dispenses food

Every dog's home should include food and treat dispensing dog toys. They provide entertainment and cerebral stimulation for dogs while also allowing them to channel their energies.

Puzzle Games and Interactive Toys

Interactive dog toys and puzzles are an excellent method to keep your dog cognitively busy while also teaching her new abilities. Puzzles' built-in incentive system makes learning enjoyable and simple.

Playful exercise is what dogs need everyday. Interacting with your pet best friend can also relieve stress to both pet and owner. After a good grooming, reward your pet and your self a happy game of tug and treats.

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