Four Dogs and A Brunette

Frozen Berry Yogurt Dog Treats

When you live in Florida’s Gulf Coast, staying cool isn’t just for humans; it’s essential for the dogs, too! On especially hot days, I love whipping up these Frozen Berry Yogurt Dog Treats for my pack. They’re refreshing, easy to make, and packed with dog-friendly ingredients.

The best part? You only need a few simple items and a little bit of freezer space. These treats are a hit with all four of my dogs, and honestly, they’re cute enough to make me smile every time I pop one out of the mold.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain, unsweetened yogurt (I use Stonyfield Organic Plain Whole Milk Yogurt)
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries (hulled)
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional – skip if your dog doesn’t tolerate it well)

Tools:

• A blender or food processor
• Silicone Paw and Bone Mold (perfect for themed treats!)
• Rubber spatula
• Freezer space (bonus points if you have a drawer dedicated to dog treats like I do!)

How to Make Them

1. Blend It Up: Toss the yogurt, blueberries, strawberries, and honey (if using) into your blender. Blend until smooth. The mixture should be creamy and pourable.

2. Fill the Molds: Use the spatula to pour the mixture into the silicone molds. Gently tap the molds on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

3. Freeze: Place the molds in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until the treats are completely frozen.

4. Serve: Pop the treats out of the molds and serve immediately. Store any extras in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month (if they last that long!).

The Pack’s Reaction

The first time I made these, I barely had time to snap a photo before the dogs started their “Can we have it yet?!” routine. Millie, my Great Dane, made her opinion clear by planting herself firmly in front of the freezer door and staring at me with those big, expectant eyes.

Pheebs, my Shepherd mix, sniffed hers suspiciously before deciding they were her new favorite snack. Mar, the Lab, did her usual “eat first, ask questions later” routine, and Albus, my senior Sheltie, carefully nibbled his as if savoring every bite.

Why I Love This Recipe

These treats are not only cooling, but they’re also packed with nutrition. Yogurt provides probiotics for gut health, while berries are loaded with antioxidants. Plus, they’re quick to make, and the molds make them look like little paw-sized works of art.

Pro Tip for Dog Moms

If you don’t have silicone molds, you can use an OXO Good Grips Ice Cube Tray instead. The portion size is perfect for bigger dogs like Millie and manageable for smaller ones like Albus.

Need to keep your hands clean? Grab a set of Silicone Spatulas—they’re lifesavers for scraping every last drop into the molds!

Making these treats has become a fun tradition in our house. They’re a simple way to keep my dogs cool and show them a little extra love during the hot Florida summers.

If you try this recipe, let me know how your dogs like them—and if you catch them sneaking to the freezer for seconds like mine do!

Stay cool and happy snacking,

The Brunette

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