‘Pina Colada’ Frozen Pineapple Dog Treats

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Get ready to raise your cocktail glass, because these frozen pineapple dog treats will be a hit with your pup on hot days!

Want to know the best part? You get to enjoy them too. 

In the summer we lovvve to make homemade cocktails, and pina coladas are our all-time fave. We just can’t resist the tropical island flavours of pineapple and coconut!

So to include our pups in the fun, we came up with this deliciously simple pineapple dog treats recipe.

Made with just two ingredients, these pineapple and coconut popsicles for dogs are SO easy and healthy (see all their health benefits after the recipe!)

Oh, and they’re guaranteed to be a hit with your fur baby.

If you’re in need of a refreshing fruity summer dog treat recipe, this is it. Cheers to that!

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‘Pina Colada’ Frozen Pineapple Dog Treats Recipe

What you need:

• 1 cup of chopped fresh pineapple
• 1/4 cup of organic coconut oil
• Blender
• Silicone moulds (these popsicle shaped or bone shaped moulds on Amazon are ideal) 
• OR ice cube trays (we used round trays like these!)

Instructions:

1. Place chopped pineapple in a blender or food processor, and blitz until completely the mixture is smooth.
2. Melt the coconut oil for 30 seconds if needed, then add the coconut oil to the pineapple mixture. Blitz until both ingredients are well combined.
3. If using a food processor, pour mixture into a measuring jug so you can easily pour into the moulds.
4. Place moulds onto a baking tray (so you can safely move them to the freezer without making a mess!) 
5. Pour the pineapple and coconut mixture into the moulds.
6. Freeze for 2-3 hours or until set.

Notes:

• Use fresh pineapple (not canned, as most contain too many sweeteners) and use the flesh only. Do not feed the pineapple core or hard skin to your dog, as both are a choking hazard.
• You can use any mould size or shape you like, however this will affect the total number of treats you make in one batch. Small moulds or ice cube shapes may be a good starting point with this recipe, if it’s your first time feeding pineapple and coconut oil to your dog.
• Makes up to 30 frozen dog treats if using the small round moulds as shown. 

Health benefits for dogs

PINEAPPLE 

Pineapple is a superfood fruit for dogs and excellent healthy back-up dog treat, due to its sweet taste and many health benefits.

• Rich in vitamins: Pineapples are high in vitamin C and B-complex vitamins, which support a dog’s immune system and overall health.
• Digestive aid: Contain bromelain, an enzyme that helps with protein digestion.
• Hydration: High water content helps keep dogs hydrated.
• Antioxidants: Packed with antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and combat free radicals.
• Fiber: Provides dietary fiber, promoting healthy digestion and regular bowel movements.

For more information, see our post Can Dogs Eat Pineapple?

COCONUT OIL

Adding coconut oil to your dog’s diet in moderation can offer a variety of health benefits for dogs.

Among the many reasons to use coconut oil for dogs include:

• Balancing your dog’s thyroid and helping with weight loss
• Coconut oil contains natural antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties
• Hydrates your dog’s skin and promotes a shiny coat 
• Coconut oil can be used as a natural teeth cleaner due to its antimicrobial properties 

Coconut oil dog treats are a popular choice for all the above reasons – and it certainly helps coconut oil has a yummy taste dogs can’t seem to resist!