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These refreshing, three-ingredient frozen pupsicles are easy to make and the perfect way to help your pup cool off in the dog days of summer.
Sarah Brekke, a culinary expert with the Dotdash Meredith Test Kitchen, is passionate about food and cooking. Her unique background as both a food scientist and a culinary contributor allows her to blend her passions for both educating readers and creating tasty content.
Dr. Tracey grew up loving animals on a hobby farm, and vowed to be a vet by 4 years old. She loves surrounding herself with animals whether it be at work in a small animal hospital in Iowa, or caring for her three dogs (including Jefferson, pictured), and two cats. She loves general practice as she gets to practice medicine through many different facets, but particularly enjoys preventative care, cardiology, emergency medicine, geriatric, and end of life care.
Popsicles are the most delicious way to cool down, and with these homemade watermelon mint dog popsicles, your dog can get a taste of this favorite summer treat, too. These popsicles couldn't be easier to make—there's only two steps and three ingredients. All you have to do is blend up watermelon (or cantaloupe), yogurt, and mint, pour the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds and freeze. After a few hours in the freezer, these pupsicles will be ready to be enjoyed in the summer sun.
Yield: About 32 popsicles (depends on size of molds)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cubed, seedless watermelon or cantaloupe
- ⅔ cup plain yogurt*
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Directions
Step OneIn a food processor or blender combine watermelon, yogurt, and mint. Cover and process or blend until smooth.
Step TwoPlace silicone treat molds or ice cube trays on a baking pan. Fill molds with melon mixture and freeze at least 4 hours or until firm. Let treats stand a few minutes before serving.
*Do not select items that contain the ingredient xylitol. It is toxic to pets, even in small amounts.
Storage: Transfer popsicles to an airtight container. Store in freezer up to 1 month.
