Ingredients
For the Frozen Treats
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh cucumber, washed and chopped
- ½ cup (120 g) plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon water, if needed for blending
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Small silicone molds or an ice cube tray
- Spatula or spoon
- Freezer-safe container or bag for storage
Instructions
Wash the cucumber thoroughly under running water. Remove the ends and chop it into small pieces. If the skin is tough or waxed, peel it first. The skin is safe for most dogs, but a waxy coating or thick skin can be harder to blend and digest.
Add the chopped cucumber and the Greek yogurt to a blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth, leaving a few tiny cucumber flecks for texture. If the mixture is too thick for your blender to move, add a little water, starting with 1 tablespoon. Cucumber releases a lot of liquid, so you may not need any.
Pour the pale green mixture into small silicone molds or an ice cube tray. Smaller molds are better for small dogs, while larger molds suit bigger breeds. Tap the tray gently on the counter to settle the mixture and release any air bubbles.
Place the molds in the freezer for 3 to 4 hours, or until completely solid. For a thick or deep mold, leave them overnight to be safe.
Pop the frozen bites out of the molds. Silicone molds make this easy. If a treat sticks, let the mold sit at room temperature for a minute before pressing it out.
Offer your dog one small treat at a time as an occasional refreshing snack. Watch your dog while they enjoy it, especially the first few times