After a long day at work or an eventful weekend, don’t just treat yourself to a delicious dessert – make sure you’re treating your pets, too. These homemade dog treats are easy to make with organic ingredients, so you can show your pets some love, while feeling confident that you aren’t putting their health in jeopardy.
Gather just a few ingredients and cute dog-shaped ice molds (like paws or bones) to give Fido the attention he deserves. The best part: these treats keep well in the freezer, meaning you can make a bigger batch to stay stocked up on your furry friends’ new favorite treat.
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Peanut Butter Banana
Paw-sicles
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons organic pea nut butter (no salt added, no xylitol)
1 medium ripe banana In blender, blend Greek yogurt, peanut butter and banana until smooth.
Place silicone molds on baking tray to prevent spills. Fill molds with blended mixture and freeze 3 hours, or until firm.
Store in freezer-safe container or zip-top bags.
Berry Good Dog Bones
10 fresh strawberries
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons raw honey Remove stems from strawberries and slice in half.
In blender, blend strawberries, Greek yogurt and honey until smooth.
Place silicone molds on baking tray to prevent spills. Fill molds with blended mixture and freeze 3 hours, or until firm.
Store in freezer-safe container or zip-top bags.
