Beat the summer heat in style with the coolest and trendiest treat for your furry friend: Not just any frozen ice treat..
Meeka’s Mega Ice Treat for Dogs
What’s the difference?
- It’s bigger than the trendy little ‘pupsicles’ that you see out there. They’re great, but not quite as great.
- Totally free. You don’t need to buy silicone molds. [If you want to, you can tell yourself you that you HAVE to order Chinese food for yourself, for the good of your dog. More on that later. ]
- It comes with a lot of benefits that you might not be aware of.
But first, a quick disclaimer. The information provided in this article is for entertainment purposes only and should not replace professional veterinary advice. The recipe and ingredients suggested may not be appropriate for all dogs. Every dog is unique, and their dietary requirements can vary. It’s crucial to consider any allergies, sensitivities, or health concerns your dog may have before introducing new foods or treats into their diet. Always consult with your veterinarian before making any changes to your dog’s diet or feeding routine. The author and publisher of this article are not responsible for any adverse reactions or consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information provided.
Ok, back to the fun.
Instructions: How to build Meeka’s Mega Ice Treat for Dogs
1. Find your container.
Back to ordering Chinese food.. I like to use the large takeout soup containers. If you have a smaller dog, the small soup containers might be a more appropriate size. But it’s really up to you. You can honestly use any plastic container that you might find in your recycling – sour cream, cottage cheese, yogurt, you get the idea. But for me, the real step one is to order and devour some Chinese food. ✔️
2. Build the Ice Treat
Ok, so, this treat is a bit of a commitment. Stay with me. It only takes a maximum of 5 minutes to actively make. But it does take several hours and or days to actually complete it. Yes, you have to wait for the treat to freeze, but Meeka’s Mega Ice Treat is a layered delight. So it does take a little bit longer. But your fur babe is worth it, right? [As they’re staring at you right now.]
Now that I’m actually thinking about it, there are really only two steps. But step two, is kind of a few steps. Back to the layers.
What are you putting in this thing? What does your dog consider a treat? You can put in dog treats and or dog safe human food. We mix it up.
Whatever you choose to put in, that’s safe and fun for your dog, add it in layers. This is the trick to keeping your dog interested and entertained.
It drives us crazy how Meeka barely chews her [day to day ‘regular’] treats. She basically just swallows them whole because she’s so excited. Boom – insert the mega ice treat. It slows her down so she can fully savor and enjoy.
Meeka’s Moms
Day 1. Make your first layer. Put it in the freezer.
Day 2. Now that the first layer is frozen, make your next layer.
Continue on for as many layers as you’d like. Sometimes we go crazy with 4-5 layers. Sometimes we’re a little lazy/ forget and we end up with 2 layers. Either way, your pup is going to love it. It’s just a matter of how MEGA you’re going to make it.
Ice Treat Recipes: Meeka’s Favorite Ice Treat Combos
Pawfection Beef and Broccoli: Steak, Raw Broccoli, Water, Chicken Broth
Turk-Nut Berry Bomb: Water, Turkey Slice, Peanut Butter, Strawberry. [*Make sure the peanut butter doesn’t contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs. Whole Foods 365 Everyday Value Organic Peanut Butter is dog safe.]
Pumpkin Bacon Bliss: Water, Bacon, Pumpkin Puree.
Berrylicious Peanutbutter Swirl: Water, Mixes Berries, Peanut butter and Greek Yogurt. [*Make sure the peanut butter doesn’t contain xylitol, which is toxic to dogs. Whole Foods 365 Everyday Value Organic Peanut Butter is dog safe.]
In all reality, Meeka’s Mega Ice Treat is usually made up of our dinner left overs. She’s spoiled and has a stomach of steel.