Valentine’s Day isn’t just for humans—it’s the perfect excuse to spoil your dog with some homemade treats they’ll love! Since many store-bought Valentine’s treats contain ingredients that are harmful to dogs, it’s best to stick to homemade recipes with dog-safe ingredients. Try these DIY treat recipes to make your pup feel extra special this February 14th.
Watermelon Mint Pupsicles
For the perfect pink Valentine’s Day treats, make these watermelon mint pupsicles. These icy treats are as hydrating as they are tasty. The watermelon adds a sweet, juicy flavor, and the refreshing mint is perfect for cooling down after a playful day of Valentine’s fun. Plus, these popsicles are a great way to freshen stinky dog breath!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cubed, seedless watermelon
- ⅔ cup plain yogurt (ensure it’s Xylitol-free)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Directions:
- Combine the watermelon, yogurt, and chopped mint in a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Set out a baking pan and put the silicone treat molds of your choice on top. Fill the molds with the popsicle mixture.
- Freeze the pupsicles for at least four hours or until they’re firm. Then, let Fido enjoy!
Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream
If your dog is a peanut butter lover (and who isn’t?), this peanut butter banana ice cream is the perfect way to show them some Valentine’s love. It’s a delicious way for your pup to end their day of Valentine’s activities. Did we mention that it’s only three ingredients?
Ingredients:
- 3 medium sliced bananas, frozen
- ½ cup creamy, Xylitol-free peanut butter
- ½ cup plain low-fat yogurt
Directions:
- Combine the bananas, peanut butter, and yogurt in a blender or food processor. Blend until fully combined and smooth.
- For bite-sized servings, scoop the mixture into ice cube trays. If you want larger ice cream scoops, use a spoon or ice cream scoop to portion the mixture onto a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze for two hours or until firm. For the ice cream to be creamy, allow it to thaw a little bit before serving it to your furry friend.
Blueberry Banana Frozen Yogurt
This blueberry banana frozen yogurt is another delicious treat you can whip up for your ice-cream-loving pup this Valentine’s Day. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants, while bananas are great for digestion, making this frozen yogurt as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup creamy, Xylitol-free peanut butter
- 1 ½ cups plain nonfat yogurt
- 1 banana
- ⅓ cup blueberries
- 3 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal
Directions:
- Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until fully smooth.
- Line a muffin tin with 12 foil or silicone liners. Pour the mixture into the tin, filling each cup halfway.
- Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and put it in the freezer for roughly four hours or until the treats are solid.
- Once the treats are frozen, let them sit out at room temperature for a few minutes before trying to remove them from the pan. Once you take the treats out, remove the liners and serve them to your pooch!
Heart-Shaped Oatmeal Cookies
These heart-shaped oatmeal cookies are the perfect way to show your pup some extra love this Valentine’s Day. Thanks to the pumpkin and oats, these cookies are not only tasty but also good for your dog’s digestion. If Fido brings these treats to any canine playdates or festivities they attend on the 14th, they’re sure to be the most popular guest there!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup pure pumpkin purée (100% pure pumpkin)
- 2 eggs
Directions:
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F.
- While your oven heats up, add the oats to a food processor and blend for 1-2 minutes. The oats should have a flour-like consistency.
- Add the pumpkin purée and eggs to the oats and combine into a dough. Mix the dough on a countertop with a bit of flour until it’s fully mixed and no longer sticky.
- Roll out the dough until it’s about 1/8″ thick and cut it out with a heart-shaped cookie cutter. Place each cookie onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If the cookies are still too sticky, sprinkle a bit more flour on top. Continue until you’ve used all the dough.
- Bake the cookies for 16-18 minutes or until golden brown and firm. Rotate them halfway through to prevent them from burning.
- Once the cookies have cooled off, let your pup enjoy!
Peanut Butter Blackberry Popsicles
These peanut butter blackberry pupsicles are a sweet and creamy treat that’s perfect for spoiling your dog on Valentine’s Day. They’re easy to make and will have your pup begging for more. Plus, the blackberries create a festive, pink-hued treat perfect for any Valentine’s Day festivities!
Ingredients:
- ½ cup blackberries
- 2 sliced bananas, frozen
- ½ cup creamy, Xylitol-free peanut butter
- ½ cup plain unsweetened yogurt
- Popsicle sticks or dog bone-shaped treats
Directions:
- Puree the blackberries in a food processor until they’re smooth. Remove the mixture from the food processor and set it aside in a separate bowl.
- Combine peanut butter, yogurt, and bananas in the food processor and blend. Add water as needed to reach a creamy ice cream texture.
- Grab some popsicle molds and layer the blackberry and ice cream mixture, swirling them as desired. If you don’t have popsicle molds on hand, small disposable paper cups work too! Then, insert popsicle sticks or bone treats into the bottom of the popsicle.
- Freeze the popsicles for roughly four hours or until it’s completely frozen. Then, pop one out of the mold and let your furry friend test it out!
This Valentine’s Day, go the extra mile to show your dog just how much you care with these adorable, homemade treats! No matter how you spend the 14th, make sure you show your pup plenty of extra love.
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