Homemade Dog Snacks & dog ice treats treats for Summer

Table of Contents

• Why Homemade Dog Snacks Make Sense
• Tips for Homemade Dog Snacks
• Ingredients for Summer Snacks
• Our Recommendations for Dog Snacks in Summer
• Our BugBell Favorite Recipes for Homemade dog ice treats treats

Why Homemade Dog Snacks Make Sense

Whether on vacation at the beach or outside in the garden – in summer, your dog not only needs more fluids but often also a bit more energy. On hot summer days, adequate fluid intake for dogs is especially important. Besides fresh water, water-rich summer snacks for dogs like frozen treats provide refreshment, hydration, and a small energy boost.

The advantage: homemade dog snacks offer you full control over the ingredients – without sugar, xylitol, or other unsuitable substances – and can be specifically enriched with vitamins, trace elements, and functional ingredients.

Functional additives like those in BugBell products provide real added value: psyllium husks support digestion, omega-3 fatty acids promote skin and coat, blueberries can support urinary health, and insect protein provides high-quality protein. This turns a simple snack into a healthy contribution to your dog's summer diet – perfect for hot days on the go or at home.

Tips for Homemade Dog Snacks

• Feed small portions (approx. 5–10% of the daily ration as a snack)
• Do not give snacks too often – they do not replace a complete meal
• Serve slightly thawed instead of ice cold to protect sensitive stomachs
• Dilute with water or unsalted broth for more fluids
• Use only dog-friendly, natural ingredients – no sweeteners like xylitol

Ingredients for Summer Snacks for Dogs

For dog snacks in summer, digestible, natural ingredients are suitable. Recommended basics:

• Yogurt or curd cheese (lactose-free if needed)
• Fruits like apple, banana, berries
• Protein sources like insect protein or cooked chicken
• Vegetables like carrots, broccoli, spinach
• Unsalted, natural broths as a base

Fruits for Dogs: Well tolerated

• Apple (without core)
• Banana
• Blueberries
• Raspberries
• Cranberry (small amounts)

Fruits for Dogs: Caution advised

• Pineapple (only ripe, small amounts)
• Melons (without rind/seeds)
• Oranges (small amounts)

Toxic Fruits for Dogs

• Grapes (and raisins)
• Stone fruit pits (e.g., cherries, peaches – contain hydrocyanic acid)

Our Recommendations for Dog Snacks in Summer

BugBell Favorite Recipes for Homemade dog ice treats treats

1. Protein Ice Pop

Ingredients:

• 50 g BugBell Terrine (Banana and Chia Seeds, Cranberry and Cheese, or Spinach and Hemp)
• a handful of fruit (strawberries, blueberries)
• 150 ml water
• 1 chew stick as a handle

Preparation:

1. Cut fruit into small pieces
2. Mix terrine with water, add fruit
3. Fill into ice cream molds, insert stick
4. Freeze for 3–4 hours

2. Yogurt Ice Cream with Fruit

Ingredients:

• 300 g yogurt or curd cheese
• 250 g berries
• a splash of linseed oil

Preparation:

1. Mash berries
2. Mix with yogurt/curd cheese and linseed oil
3. Fill into molds, freeze

3. Savory Snack from a Lick Mat

Ingredients:

• 50 g BugBell Terrine
• 150 ml vegetable broth (unsalted)
• 1 carrot, finely diced

Preparation:

1. Mix terrine with broth
2. Spread on lick mat
3. Sprinkle with carrots
4. Freeze for 2 hours

4. dog ice treats treats from Toppings (without extras)

Homemade dog ice treats treats in seconds – only with BugBell Toppings.

Ingredients:

• BugBell Topping (flavor of choice)

Preparation:

1. Place topping in molds or on a lick mat
2. Freeze for 3 hours, serve slightly thawed

Note

These recipes are supplements to daily feeding. They do not replace a complete meal or veterinary advice. Adjust ingredients for intolerances.