This DIY Cooling Treat for Dogs Is Hydrating, Easy to Make and Perfect for Summer
Summer is here, and the weather is sweltering. You've got to find creative ways to stay cool and to keep your pups feeling peppy.
This easy-to-follow DIY shows how to make a frozen treat for your furry friends, and it won't be gone in just a few licks.
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Ayce and Aria are two golden retrievers whose mom posts lots of cute content on YouTube. In this clip, this dog mom shows how she gives Ayce and Aria a sweet, healthy treat to beat the summer heat.
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You need a large bowl and a smaller bowl that fits inside the first one with plenty of room, plus chopped up dog-friendly fruits and vegetables, some dog treats, water and access to a freezer.
In this example, Ayce and Aria's mom uses chopped cucumbers, blueberries and her dogs' favorite treats.
She starts by placing the cucumbers and treats, both whole and cut-up treats, into the large bowl. Then she places the smaller bowl inside the larger one, filling the smaller one about halfway with water. The idea is that this will hold the smaller bowl in place.
Once you've filled the smaller bowl with water, fill the larger bowl with water to form a ring. Drop some more fruit, vegetables and treats into the large bowl, then put the whole thing into the freezer overnight.
In the morning, you can remove the small bowl from the center, revealing a ring-shaped bowl of ice and delicious goodies! Put this right on the grass during a fun day in the park and know your dogs will stay well hydrated and enjoy their delicious treats for as long as it takes this block of ice to melt.
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What Are Some Dog-Friendly Fruits and Vegetables?
While there are many fruits and vegetables safe for canine consumption, it's important to note that you should always remove any seeds, skins, stems or rinds, as these parts of the fruit can contain chemicals that are dangerous to dogs.
Never feed your dog grapes, raisins, onions, garlic or avocado as these are highly toxic to them.
Some wonderful fruits to feed your dog include apples, bananas, watermelon, strawberries, cantaloupe, blueberries and pineapple. Just remember to remove the skins, seeds and rinds, as previously mentioned.
As for vegetables, try giving your dog carrots, green beans, cucumbers, pumpkin, sweet potato (without the skin), broccoli or spinach.
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This story was originally published June 25, 2026 at 9:05 PM.