Summer is the perfect time to let your furry friend indulge in refreshing treats and nutritious goodies. We've put together a collection of our favorite dog-friendly recipes that are not only picky eater approved but also packed with health benefits. From cool drinks to frozen treats and fun enrichment ideas, these recipes will keep your dog happy, healthy, hydrated, and entertained during the summer and beyond. Whether you’re a homemade dog food connoisseur or can only go as far as blending some things together, you’ve come to the right place.
Refreshing Dog Friendly Drink Recipes
Pina Colada for Dogs
Who says piña coladas are just for humans? This tropical delight is made with coconut milk, banana, pineapple, mango, Brutus Bone Broth Megapack, and ice, creating a refreshing dog friendly pina colada that’s perfect for your furry best friend. Coconut milk supports a shiny coat and healthy skin, while the fruity combo of pineapple and mango provides a vitamin C boost. The real star here is the Brutus Bone Broth Megapack, which adds a boost in protein, glucosamine and chondroitin for hip and joint support, and naturally occurring amino acids and electrolytes for more bioavailable nutrition and hydration.
Doggie Detox Smoothie
Does your dog need a detox? If your dog got into something they shouldn’t have, if your dog ate too much, or if your dog’s stomach is just a bit upset, this smoothie will clear it all out. This dog friendly smoothie, made with spinach, parsley, ginger, cucumber, flaxseeds, and Brutus Veggie Broth, is the dog version of a green juice. Spinach and parsley are rich in essential vitamins, ginger aids digestion, and flaxseeds and Brutus’ Veggie Broth provide omega-3 fatty acids and marine microalgae for a shiny coat and healthy skin. After a long day of play, even the pickiest dog will love this green smoothie that’s as tasty as it is nutritious.
Strawberry Cucumber Barkaritas
Let your dog join in on the summer fun with a super easy dog friendly Strawberry Cucumber Barkarita! This refreshing drink combines cucumber, strawberries, Brutus Bone Broth Megapack, and ice. Cucumbers are hydrating and low in calories, making them a great dog friendly summer snack, while strawberries are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Brutus Bone Broth Megapack serves to add hip and joint support with it’s added glucosamine and chondroitin along with so many other minerals and nutrients your dog deserves. Serve this Barkarita on a hot day and your dog will feel like they’re lounging at a dog friendly beach resort.
Three Ingredient Puptail
Mix a bit of single ingredient applesauce and Brutus Bone Broth Vegetable, and a cucumber garnish. Yup, that’s it! This veggie puptail is a hydrating and tasty treat for the dogs with a sensitive stomach. Applesauce provides fiber and vitamins, while Brutus Bone Broth ensures your dog gets the nutrients they deserve. Both easy on the stomach (we see you, doodles), this refreshing dog friendly drink can be whipped up in minutes. Garnish with a cucumber slice for an extra touch of freshness, and because your dog deserves to be fancy. This drink is perfect for a relaxing summer afternoon, keeping your pup cool and refreshed.
Gut Friendly Barkaritas
Taking the classic Barkarita up a notch to make it a nutrient packed dog drink, this version blends banana, pineapple, mint, a touch of turmeric and black pepper, and Brutus’ Veggie Broth. Mint aids in digestion, turmeric and black pepper provide anti-inflammatory benefits, and the tropical fruits add a burst of flavor and vitamins. The Brutus Veggie Broth rounds it all out with marine microalgae to support skin and coat health. Be warned: this will make your dog poop better.
Easy Homemade Frozen Dog Treats
Dog Friendly Firecracker Ice Pops
These dog friendly firecracker ice pops are so nostalgic and packed with nutrients. The magic of these ice pops come in your layering skills. Combine strawberries, Brutus’ Veggie Broth, kefir, and blueberries, with a carrot or celery pieces as a “stick”. Strawberries and blueberries are loaded with antioxidants, and kefir promotes gut health. Top it off with Brutus’ Veggie Broth for skin and coat health from the marine microalgae, and you’ve got yourself antioxidant loaded pupsicles for healthy skin and shiny coat. Freeze these for a few hours for an entertaining and delicious treat that’s perfect for a hot summer day. Your dog will love crunching on these icy delights, or licking to their hearts desire, and you’ll love knowing they’re packed with nutritious ingredients.
Berry Star Spangled Frozen Dog Treats
These festive and easy frozen dog treats are made from strawberries, Greek yogurt, Brutus On The Go Beef, water, and blueberries. Greek yogurt is excellent for your dog’s gut health, and blueberries are packed in antioxidants. Brutus On The Go Beef is fortified with glucosamine and chondroitin for hip and joint support PLUS is a great source of collagen and protein for your dog. Perfect for a summer BBQ or any sunny day, these treats are drool-worthy even for picky eaters.
Cran-Raspberry Frozen Dog Treats
Blend cranberries, raspberries, water, and Brutus On The Go Vegetable to create these vibrant frozen treats. Cranberries and raspberries promote your dog’s urinary health and provide a burst of essential nutrients for your dog. Brutus’ Vegetable broth promotes a health skin and coat with it’s inclusion of marine microalgae for your dog. Freeze these easy dog treats into bite-sized portions for a refreshing snack that’s as healthy as it is delicious. These frozen dog treats are perfect for a midday cool down, offering both hydration and a delightful berry flavor.
Summer Dog Enrichment Ideas
Garden Dog Lick Mat Recipe
Keep your dog entertained and nourished with this fun lick mat recipe. Soak your dog’s kibble in Brutus Bone Broth and pour into a lick mat mold, top with canned pumpkin and parsley, and freeze if desired! Pumpkin aids digestion, parsley freshens breath, and Brutus Bone Broth adds a whole slew of benefits for your dog. Talk about hip and joint support from added glucosamine and chondroitin, naturally occurring amino acids for more effective hydration, protein, collagen, and more. This enrichment activity provides mental stimulation for your dog making it a great indoor dog activity for those scorching summer days. Your dog will love licking every nook and cranny, keeping them busy and satisfied.
Frozen Anti-Anxiety Toppl Recipe
Combining banana, peanut butter, Brutus Bone Broth Beef, CBD drops, carrot, and blueberries, this frozen treat helps calm your dog while providing a nutritious snack. Banana and peanut butter are rich in vitamins and healthy fats, while CBD drops offer calming effects. Carrots are nature’s dental chews (especially when frozen), and blueberries are packed with antioxidants. Brutus Bone Broth is the only bone broth for dogs on the market that is fortified with glucosamine and chondroitin for hip and joint supper. Freeze the mixture in a Toppl toy for a fun and soothing activity that keeps your dog relaxed and entertained. This treat is perfect for anxious dogs who need a lot of extra comfort. Use this for when you’re practicing separation anxiety, if you have people over, or if it’s extra hot and your dog needs something to do indoors.
Frozen Pup Parfait Toppl
Straight out of our Beyond The Bowl recipe book, we’re sharing one of our favorites: a Pup Parfait! Pre-soak your dog’s kibble in Brutus Bone Broth Beef, and layer on top yogurt and other toppings. We added banana, canned pumpkin, and some treats from Winnie Lou and Arya Sit this time around. This is a great way to turn your dog’s dinner into an enrichment activity while packing in some extra nutrients. Serve it frozen for a cool, refreshing treat that provides mental stimulation and a nutritious snack.
Tropical Toppl Recipe
Bring your dog on a tropical adventure by blending coconut milk, banana, pineapple, mango, a scoop of Brutus Bone Broth Megapack, peanut butter, and then adding Brutus Biscuits, then stuff into a Toppl toy and freeze. This tropical treat is perfect for keeping your dog entertained and hydrated. Coconut milk supports a healthy coat, and the tropical fruits provide essential vitamins. Brutus Bone Broth Megapack is fortified with glucosamine and chondroitin for joint support, contained naturally occurring amino acids for more effective hydration, and is packed with protein, collagen, and more! Your dog will enjoy the challenge of getting into all the nooks and crannies, making this a great dog friendly indoor enrichment activity for hot summer days.
These dog-friendly recipes are not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. Whether you dog is cooling off with a dog friendly drink, enjoying an easy homemade frozen treat, or engaging in fun summer enrichment activities, your dog will love these summer goodies.
For more recipes, check out our Beyond The Bowl recipe book, available on Amazon!