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Make your own dog ice cream: recipe idea for hot days

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Sophie Krämer

26.08.20253 Reading time

Hot summer days are often a real challenge for our dogs. So it's all the better when we can make their everyday lives easier with a little refreshment. A cool snack is a treat – but it's important that it's suitable for dogs. This is because conventional ice cream usually contains sugar, sweeteners or dairy products, which are not good for your four-legged friend. The good news is that you can easily make dog ice cream yourself – with just a few healthy ingredients that your four-legged friend will love. We'll show you how!

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How much ice cream is healthy for dogs?

Dog ice cream should remain an occasional treat – nothing more. One or two small portions on hot days are usually sufficient. Too much cold ice cream can upset the stomach or lead to diarrhoea. It's similar to children: they should also enjoy ice cream in moderation because too much of it causes stomach ache. It's best to try a small amount first and see how your dog tolerates it.

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Make your own dog ice cream: the recipe

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  • ½ cucumber

  • A handful of blueberries (fresh or frozen)

  • 2–3 tablespoons unsweetened natural yoghurt

  • A few drops of BIOGENA PETS drops of your choice – depending on what your dog needs at the moment. We used the Omega 3 drops with salmon oil.

Tip: You can vary the recipe as you wish with other types of fruit. Mild, ripe and seedless fruits are particularly suitable for homemade dog ice cream. Particularly popular are bananas, blueberries, strawberries, seedless and peel-free watermelon, and ripe pears or apples (without cores). These fruits are not only refreshing, but also provide valuable nutrients. It is important to always use small portions and to consistently avoid unsuitable fruits such as grapes, raisins or citrus fruits.

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Preparation

  1. Cut the cucumber and blueberries into pieces.

  2. Puree together with the yoghurt and BIOGENA PETS drops until creamy. Pour the mixture into small ice cube trays – alternatively, you can freeze it directly in a cup.

  3. Leave to freeze for a few hours – and your dog-friendly refreshment is ready.

Conclusion: You can make your own dog ice cream in just a few simple steps – it's healthy, delicious and perfect for hot summer days. Your four-legged friend will love cooling down – and you can be sure that only good things end up in their bowl. BEST FRIENDS DESERVE THE BEST.

Tips for cooling your dog down on hot days
Sophie Krämer sitzt an einem Tisch mit einem Laptop und hält einen kleinen Hund auf dem Schoß. Sie lächelt und der Hund sieht zufrieden aus.

Sophie Krämer

BIOGENA PETS Editor

Sophie comes in a double pack with her dog Ary, who often lies relaxed at her feet in the office. Together, they bring a lot of heart and knowledge to the table. Sophie writes carefully researched, vet-approved blog posts and shares practical tips to support the PETS community in their everyday life with dogs.

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