Stay hydrated on those hot Days!
Getting your dog to drink water on those hot days can sometimes be tough. They may already be overheated and not interested in water or just too busy having fun to care. To entice your dog to drink more water you may need to add bait to it. Bait? Yes, bait!
Add flavour to the water by adding low-sodium chicken or beef broth. You can freeze water or broth into ice cubes and add them to the water bowl. Some dogs enjoy chewing on the ice cubes, which also helps keep them cool.
For something extra special offer your pets hydrating treats such as pieces of watermelon or cucumber slices, which contain high water content. Your pets will love you for it!
For something extra special offer your pets hydrating treats such as pieces of watermelon or cucumber slices, which contain high water content. Your pets will love you for it!
Summer Treats: Cool Canine Delights
Cool Canine Delights can be made with any blend of dog-safe fruit and water, frozen in ice cube trays or fancy silicone moulds ready to enjoy the next day. But why not add some Greek Yogurt for a more ice cream-like treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of watermelon
- 1 cup of water or Greek Yogurt
Optional: Fresh or dehydrated blueberries. (Whole or diced.)
Method
- Purée in a blender for a smooth texture.
If adding blueberries, add them after you have
puréed the watermelon. - Spoon the mixture into silicone moulds and
place on a cookie sheet for support. - Freeze level until completely solid or overnight.
- Once frozen, pop out of the mould and store
in the freezer in an air-tight container.
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Other combinations to try are pumpkin purée and yogurt, peanut butter and banana, or even just water with diced fruit to freeze in your favourite moulds.
Recipes are intended to be a treat. If your pet has any health issues, or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering this treat to your dog.
