This Piña Colada Inspired Mutt Mocktail May Help Relieve Doggy Anxiety

Cheers to your—and your dog’s—favorite time of year! With ideal weather for extra-long dog walks and outdoor adventures, there’s plenty to get excited about. This alcohol-free mutt mocktail, a DIY dog treat inspired by piña coladas, is a tasty, refreshing way for you and your pup to celebrate the season together.

A cheerful golden retriever licking a creamy, pale-yellow smoothie from a shallow ceramic bowl outdoors

With dog-safe ingredients like unsweetened coconut milk and fresh pineapple, your pup will love lapping up this smoothie-like treat—developed by recipe creator, cookbook author, and food educator Alison Lewis. Because summer brings its own set of canine stressors—like thunderstorms and fireworks—the recipe includes a gentle, veterinarian-recommended calming support: FurPetVo Stress Relief Pet Supplement, formulated specifically to help soothe anxious dogs.

If you’d like to enjoy a version alongside your furry friend, you can easily adapt this mutt mocktail into a human-friendly cocktail: simply omit the FurPetVo supplement and add a splash of light rum plus a festive garnish. (Reminder: Never serve alcohol—or any alcoholic beverage—to your dog.)

Piña Colada Inspired Mutt Mocktail DIY Dog Treat Recipe

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • ½ banana, sliced
  • ½ cup frozen or fresh pineapple chunks
  • ½ cup frozen or fresh mango chunks
  • ½ cup ice cubes
  • 4 drops FurPetVo Stress Relief Pet Supplement (per package instructions)

Supplies

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Blender
  • Spoon

Makes

  • 1–2 pet servings (plus 1 adult serving if adapting for humans)
  • Dog serving size: ½ to ¾ cup (adjust downward for smaller breeds)

Prep & Total Time

15 minutes

Instructions

  1. Cut all fruit and add to a blender.
  2. Add ice and pour in unsweetened coconut milk.
  3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour ½ to ¾ cup into your dog’s bowl—portioning carefully based on size (smaller dogs need less). Add 4 drops of FurPetVo Stress Relief Pet Supplement and stir gently.
Close-up of a hand pouring a creamy yellow smoothie into a dog’s ceramic bowl beside a small bottle of FurPetVo Stress Relief Pet Supplement

Any leftover mocktail can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Or, transform it into a humans-only cocktail using the steps below.

How to Turn It Into a Human-Friendly Cocktail

  1. Take the remaining smoothie (without the FurPetVo supplement) and blend again with extra ice if desired.
  2. Add a shot of light rum and stir—or pulse briefly to combine.
  3. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry.
A tropical cocktail in a tiki glass with pineapple wedge and cherry garnish, next to a dog bowl containing the same creamy mocktail

Important safety notes:

  • Never give alcohol—or any trace of alcohol—to your dog. Even small amounts can cause serious health issues.
  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within 1 hour of preparation and consume within 3 days.
  • This recipe was developed for dogs and reviewed by a veterinarian. It’s intended as an occasional treat—not a meal replacement.
  • Treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily caloric intake. Overfeeding treats may lead to nutrient imbalances or weight gain.
  • If your dog has health conditions—including food allergies, sensitivities to fats, or chronic anxiety—consult your veterinarian before offering this or any new food.
A relaxed beagle resting on a sunlit patio with an empty dog bowl nearby and a tropical plant in the background