Homemade ice cream for dogs and cats

There are several delicious and safe homemade ice cream recipes that you can prepare for your four-legged friends. Here are a couple of options:

Frozen fruit yogurt:

This recipe is perfect if your dog or cat likes a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup unsweetened, lactose-free plain yogurt (goat's milk yogurt is a good option)
1/2 banana, peeled and chopped
Watermelon cut into small cubes without seeds (or other fruit suitable for dogs or cats)

Instructions:

In a blender, combine the yogurt and banana. Blend until smooth.
Pour the small watermelon cubes into the mixture and add to ice cube trays or small pet-safe silicone molds

Freeze for at least 3 hours or until solid.

Another refreshing option is to make ice cream with wet pet food. Pour the wet food and homemade chicken broth without salt or seasoning into ice cream trays or small silicone molds, and freeze for at least 3 hours or until solid. and you're ready to enjoy.

Here are some fruits that dogs and cats should not eat:

Grapes and Raisins: Toxic to both dogs and cats, grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure.

Citrus fruits: Lemons, limes, grapefruits, and oranges can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and depression in both dogs and cats due to the citric acid.

Avocado: Persin, a toxin found in avocados, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty breathing in dogs and cats.

Stone fruits: The pits of peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots, and cherries contain small amounts of cyanide, which is poisonous to both dogs and cats. The flesh of the fruit is usually safe, but it's best to remove the pit first.

Berries: While some berries like blueberries and strawberries are safe for dogs and cats in small quantities, large amounts can cause digestive upset. Additionally, unripe berries or the leaves of certain berry plants can be toxic.

Persimmons: Can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and intestinal blockage in dogs.

Pomegranate: The seeds and rind of a pomegranate can be toxic to dogs.