We all want our pets to have the best summer imaginable, even when it’s hot and they can’t spend as much time outside as they’d like. At Brutus Bone Broth, we believe in providing dogs with a diet that combines flavor, fun, and function. That’s why we rounded up 10 recipes that will keep your dog’s tail wagging and their belly nourished on warmer days.
Key Brutus Bone Broth Product Benefits for Dogs
1. Hydration
Especially in the summertime, proper hydration is crucial for your pup. By adding Brutus Bone Broth into your dog’s diet or serving it as is, you can help your pet stay refreshed and encourage them to drink enough water.
2. Joint Support
Summer often brings more adventurous activities. Your pet will likely be running, hiking, and swimming more than usual, which can put extra stress on their joints. Brutus Bone Broth is fortified with glucosamine and chondroitin to help alleviate discomfort and allow your pet to maximize their summer fun.
3. Refreshment
Brutus Bone Broth and Goat Milk by Brutus Bone Broth can be easily frozen into healthy treats to keep your pet cool, nourished, and fueled throughout the summer months.
Dog-Friendly Drinks
1. Brutus Broth Spritz
Starting off strong, we have a health-boosting spritz. Bone broth, coconut water, and mint fill this drink with amino acids, anti-allergy ingredients, electrolytes, and digestion support. Simply pour Brutus Bone Broth and coconut water over ice and garnish with mint to watch your pup indulge in healthy goodness.
2. Muttmosa
With immune-boosting ingredients like honey and apple cider vinegar, a muttmosa is the perfect refresher for summer. Begin by pouring Brutus Bone Broth, honey, and a pinch of turmeric in a glass. Thoroughly mix the ingredients to ensure the honey doesn’t sink to the bottom. Add a mint garnish and your muttmosa is ready for serving! It’s an easy, yet functional, way to refresh and hydrate your dog.
3. Probiotic Pawgarita
Start by mixing ice, cucumbers, greek yogurt, and Probiotic Mega Pack in a blender. Crush Brutus Bone Broth Biscuits on a small plate and rim a margarita glass with yogurt and the biscuit crumbs. Add the liquid mixture into the glass and voila, you have a tasty drink for your pup that will boost their health and won’t upset their stomach.
Pawsome Seasonal Summer Specials
1. Tinis and Weenies
Got an upcoming backyard BBQ? We’ve got your dog covered. Packed with function and flavor, these mini hot dogs are as fun to make as they are to serve. Begin by mixing your dough and baking it into little bun-shaped pieces until golden. Once complete, take the buns out of the oven and let them cool before topping them with a jerky stick and a pumpkin-goat milk drizzle. Who needs a grill when you can make “hot dogs” in your kitchen?
Frozen Summer Dog Treats
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1. Frozen Golden Milk Treats
Golden milk isn’t just for humans anymore; we’re bringing the health benefits of it to dogs too. Start by mixing pumpkin and turmeric in a small bowl. Scoop the mixture into an ice cube mold so that each hole is filled halfway. Then, top each treat with Goat Milk by Brutus Bone Broth before freezing. Pop those treats out and voila, you have a dog-friendly superfood combination.
2. Allergy Relief Treats
Goopy eyes? Itchy skin? We’ve got your dog covered. With these easy Allergy Relief Treats, you can witness an actual transformation in your dog’s health. All you need to do is blend and freeze a mixture of berries, peanut butter, and Skin & Coat Mega Pack. It’s that easy!
3. Goat Milk Bomb Pops
These Goat Milk Bomb Pops are the easiest and tastiest frozen treat to make for your pup. Packed with prebiotics from goat milk and antioxidants from berries, these pops work to improve your pup’s health all around. It’s as easy as crushing blueberries and strawberries and layering them in a popsicle mold. Pour in Goat Milk by Brutus Bone Broth, freeze, and you’re done!
Hydration and Enrichment for Dogs
1. Goat Milk & Bone Broth Lick Mat
Got a bored dog and hot weather? Keep them entertained by pouring and freezing Goat Milk and Brutus Bone Broth on a lick mat. It’s an easy recipe that literally takes minutes. It’s convenient for you and fun for your pup!
2. Frozen Bone Broth Bowl
Fruit isn’t just refreshing for humans in the summertime! Start by slicing dog-friendly fruits, like kiwi and strawberries, and layering them in a large bowl. Then, place a smaller bowl within the large bowl and pour bone broth between the gaps. Place both bowls into the freezer and ensure the gaps between the bowls remain even on all sides. Once frozen, you can remove the bowl and fill it with water. Your pup will love this hack because it will make their water taste better. Plus, they’ll reap the health and hydration benefits of bone broth, making them feel refreshed for a longer period.
3. Garden Dog Lick Mat
Does anyone else have a dog that likes to dig up your garden? Why not give your dog their own garden to demolish? Start by soaking kibble in Brutus Bone Broth for a few hours in the fridge. While the kibble is soaking, measure pumpkin puree into little carrot-shaped molds and freeze it overnight. Once the kibble is soaked and the “carrots” are frozen, put the carrots into the “pot” and garnish with parsley. This recipe is sure to keep your dog entertained and out of your garden.
Summer is supposed to be the most enjoyable season of the year, so don’t let this summer be a boring one for your pup. By treating your pup to any of these ten dog-friendly recipes, you can make their summer healthy and memorable. If you’re feeling inspired, you can always find 40 more delicious recipes in our Beyond the Bowl recipe book! Grab your ingredients and start cooking to give your pup the best summer yet!