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Recipe for dogs

Homemade Dog Ice Cream with Yogurt: Cherry Yogurt Ice Cream

A fruity frozen treat made with fresh cherries and plain yoghurt. Pit the cherries before you start.

approx. 10 min. (+ 4 hrs freezing)6-8 ice cubesEasy3 ingredients
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Ingredients

  • 7 cherries
  • 150g plain yoghurt
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Pit the cherries and cut them in half

  2. 2

    Mix the yoghurt and coconut oil together

  3. 3

    Fill an ice cube tray halfway with the yoghurt and coconut oil mixture

  4. 4

    Press half a cherry into each section, then top up with the rest of the yoghurt mixture

  5. 5

    Freeze for at least 90 minutes

Tips and notes

Always pit the cherries carefully. The stones contain trace amounts of cyanide and are a choking hazard. Full-fat natural yogurt (3.5%) works best - it freezes creamier than low-fat. For sensitive dogs, use lactose-free yogurt. Let the ice thaw for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving - ice that is too cold can irritate the stomach. Silicone moulds are better than rigid ice cube trays; the ice comes out much more easily.

Storage

Keeps in the freezer for 2-3 months. Best frozen individually in silicone moulds so you can take out portions as needed.

Variations

  • →Strawberries or blueberries instead of cherries
  • →Quark instead of yogurt for a firmer texture
  • →Press banana chunks into the moulds
  • →Add a teaspoon of honey for extra sweetness (adult dogs only)

Which dogs is this suitable for?

All dogs from 6 months. Adjust portions to your dog's size: small dogs (under 10 kg) get 1-2 cubes, medium-sized dogs 2-3, large dogs up to 4. A welcome cool-down on hot days, but not every day.

Common questions

Which yogurt is safe for dogs?▾
Plain yogurt with no sugar or artificial sweeteners. Greek yogurt works too. Important: no yogurt containing xylitol - it is toxic to dogs. Lactose-free yogurt is the safest choice for sensitive dogs.
Can dogs eat cherries?▾
Yes, the flesh of cherries is perfectly safe for dogs and actually nutritious (vitamins A and C). But the stones, stems and leaves contain amygdalin, which breaks down into cyanide in the body. Always pit cherries before using.
How often can my dog have ice cream?▾
A portion of dog ice cream as a snack on hot summer days is fine. Keep it as an occasional treat rather than a daily routine. Watch the calorie content, especially for overweight dogs. One to two ice cubes per day is plenty depending on the size of your dog.
Can I make this without coconut oil?▾
Yes, the coconut oil is optional. It makes the ice a little creamier and adds healthy fatty acids, but it's not essential. You can simply leave it out or replace it with a teaspoon of linseed oil.

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