DIY Pet Treats for Memorial Day

Hola amigos! Thank goodness for an upcoming 3 day weekend so I can catch up on some rest and relaxation from BlogPaws!

I have two patriotic DIY pet treats that are simple to make and your pets will LOVE them!

Don’t forget to remember all those that have allowed us our freedoms to celebrate and BBQ this weekend in the USA.

Note – Always ensure your pet is not allergic before introducing any new food into their diet. If unsure, call your vet.

DIY Frozen Star Treats

Tools You Need

• Star Shaped Ice Cube Trays
• Blender
• Cake Decorating Tip (to help pour)

Ingredients You Need

• 1 Cup Water
• 8 Strawberries
• 1/4 cup Blueberries

*I made 16 ice-cubes and how lots of liquid left over for the Patriotic PUPsicles I created. You may want to use more or less depending on how many you plan on making!*

Time Required

• 15 minutes + Freeze Time

Instructions

1. Rinse strawberries and blueberries. Set aside.

2. Cut stems off of strawberries

3. Mix 1/2 cup water and all 8 strawberries in the blender. Blend until liquefied. Repeat with Blueberries. (Mixing 1/4 cup Blueberries with 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of water).

4. Pour berry/water mixture into ice cube trays using a cake decorating tip to help prevent any leaks. View my DIY Frozen Luau Dog Treats to see this technique. Repeat with the blueberry mixture.

5. Freeze for 2-4 hours or overnight.

6. Once they are frozen, pop them out and serve 1-2 cubes to your Irresistible Pet! You can put the remaining cubes into a plastic container and store them in the freezer.

DIY Patriotic PUPsicles

Tools You Need

• Star Shaped Ice Pop Mold
• Blender
• Cake Decorating Tip (to help pour)

Ingredients You Need

• 1 Cup Water
• 1/2 Cup Non-Fat Plain Yogurt
• 8 Strawberries
• 1/4 cup Blueberries

Time Required

• 15 – 30 minutes + Freeze Time

Instructions

1. Rinse strawberries and blueberries. Set aside.

2. Cut stems off of strawberries.

3. Mix 1/2 cup water and all 8 strawberries in the blender. Blend until liquefied. Repeat with Blueberries. (Mixing 1/4 cup Blueberries with 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of water).

4. Pour Strawberry mixture into the popsicle mold first.

5. Layer the plain yogurt on top of the strawberry, if you want a swirl effect like the ones I created. If you want them layered, freeze each layer first for about 15-30 minutes.

6. Layer the Blueberry mixture on top of the yogurt.

7. Insert the popsicle sticks.

8. Freeze overnight.

Note – It may go without saying that these treats are not to be given to your dogs without supervision because of the sticks. You can hold the treat while they eat it. Be sure that they do not eat the stick!

Happy Memorial Day! For more DIY Pet Ideas, check out our gallery.