Watermelon & Blueberry Swirl Dog Treats: A Frozen Summer Favorite 🐶💙❄️

Why These Treats Are a Summer Staple

This recipe was born on a hot afternoon, when I was enjoying fresh watermelon under the shade while working with some dogs they looked on, tongue out, tail wagging. The inspiration? Take the best parts of summer—juicy fruit, chill time, and a good dog—and blend it into a cool bite-sized treat.

Watermelon is high in water content, low in calories, and loaded with vitamins A, B6, and C. Blueberries add fiber, antioxidants, and immune-boosting vitamin C, making this a smart combo.

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What You’ll Need

No cooking required—just a blender, a freezer, and a dog ready to taste-test. Here’s the base recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups seedless watermelon (cut into chunks)
• ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
• Silicone molds or ice cube trays

Optional Add-Ins:

• A few mint leaves (great for fresh breath)
• 1 tsp chia seeds (fiber + omega-3 boost)
• A few drops of salmon oil (healthy skin + coat)

How to Make Them

1. Blend the Watermelon:

In a blender, puree the watermelon until smooth. If it’s too watery, you can let it sit and skim off some juice or stir in a spoonful of banana or yogurt to thicken.

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2. Make the Blueberry Swirl:

Rinse the blender and lightly blend the blueberries. For a creamier swirl, blend them with the Greek yogurt.

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3. Fill and Swirl:

Pour the watermelon puree into your molds about ¾ full. Then drop in a small spoonful of the blueberry mixture. Use a toothpick to gently swirl—don’t overmix! You want that marbled look.

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4. Freeze:

Pop the molds into the freezer for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

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5. Store:

Once frozen, remove the treats from the molds and store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

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Serving Suggestions

• Drop a few into your dog’s water bowl to encourage hydration
• Freeze them in larger paw- or bone-shaped molds for a satisfying mid-day snack
• Stuff a few into a Kong with peanut butter or yogurt for a fun, long-lasting challenge
• Hosting a dog birthday party? Arrange them on a platter over ice—they’ll steal the show

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Variations to Try

These frozen treats are easy to customize. Some of our favorite variations include:

• Pumpkin + Yogurt Swirl: Great for fall, rich in fiber and beta-carotene
• Banana + Blueberry: Like dog-friendly frozen yogurt, extra creamy
• Coconut Water + Mint: Ultra hydrating and fresh-smelling
• Cucumber + Watermelon: A low-sugar option for dogs on a special diet

Feel free to get creative based on your pup’s preferences and dietary needs.

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Troubleshooting Tips

• Mixture too thin? Add a bit of banana or yogurt to thicken it up.
• Fruit separating in molds? Don’t swirl too hard, and make sure the blueberry layer has some body to it.
• Hard to remove from molds? Run the bottom under warm water for a few seconds and they’ll pop right out.

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Why We Love Homemade Treats

Making your own treats at home gives you total control over what your dog is eating. No artificial colors, no preservatives—just real, functional ingredients. It also turns into a bonding activity. From prepping in the kitchen to serving your dog that first icy bite, it’s about creating little moments of joy together.

And if your pup has food sensitivities? You can skip yogurt, swap fruits, or add superfood boosts like flaxseed, parsley, or pumpkin.

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A Cool Way to Show You Care

Whether it’s after a long walk, a hot day at the park, or just because—it only takes a few minutes to make something special for your pup. And trust me, they’ll notice.

From teething puppies to senior dogs with sensitive teeth, these frozen treats are gentle, satisfying, and a total crowd-pleaser.

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Final Thoughts

Our Watermelon & Blueberry Swirl Treats are more than just snacks—they’re a way to celebrate the season, your dog, and all the little moments in between. Whether you make them once or add them to your weekly routine, we hope they bring as much tail-wagging happiness to your home as they do to ours at Alan’s K9 Academy.

Now grab your blender and make something beautiful for your best friend.

Stay cool, stay kind, and keep those tails wagging. 🐶💙❄️

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