15 Refreshing Watermelon Dog Treats

Have you ever found yourself enjoying a juicy slice of watermelon while your furry friend sits nearby, eyeing your refreshing snack?

If yes, you already know those beseeching puppy eyes can easily convince you to share a piece of that juicy fruit with your pup.

The good news is that there are loads of creative ways you can make tasty watermelon dog treats to quench your pup’s thirst on a sunny day.

Continue reading this post to check out our 15 straightforward watermelon dog treats you can make at home without too much work.

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Can Dogs Eat Watermelon?

Dogs can certainly eat watermelon if you serve it safely. Watermelon fruit contains high water content and vitamins A, B6, and C, so it’s a low-calorie treat for a hot day.

While giving some to your dog, make sure to avoid the rind and seeds, which are a potential source of intestinal blockage or stomach ailment.

If you’re interested in knowing just how much is too much or if watermelon is safe for puppies, too, we’ve covered this subject in great depth.

Be sure to read our post on the question ‘Can Dogs Eat Watermelon?’ and look over our list of dog-safe fruits and the fruits dogs cannot eat to keep your pup safe and healthy.

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What You Need to Make Watermelon Dog Treats

To prepare most of the watermelon dog treats in our collection, you will need a few common kitchen tools, which you may already have.

A blender or food processor comes in handy when you need to puree your watermelon for dogs and other ingredients.

Many of these treats are frozen, so you’re going to be using your freezer a lot, and silicone molds or even regular ice cube trays will help you shape the treats into cute portions.

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15 Watermelon Dog Treats

1. Frozen Watermelon Yogurt Cubes

Ingredients

• 2 cups watermelon, cut into chunks
• ¼ cup plain yogurt

Instructions

1. Add watermelon chunks and plain yogurt into a blender, blending until the mixture is smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds, and place them into the freezer until solidified, about 3 to 4 hours.
3. Once frozen solid, take out of the mould and transfer into an airtight container, and put into the freezer for up to two weeks.

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2. Banana & Watermelon Dog Treats

Ingredients

• 1 large ripe banana, peeled and chopped
• 2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into chunks

Instructions

1. Add slices of banana and chunks of watermelon to a blender or food processor, and process until smooth and well mixed.
2. Transfer the mixture into silicone molds or an ice cube tray set on a baking sheet.
3. Chill for 3 to 4 hours or until firm. Remove from molds and keep for up to a month in a covered, airtight container.

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3. Watermelon Yogurt Dog Treats

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup chopped watermelon
• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

Instructions

1. Blend ⅓ cup of yogurt with the diced watermelon in a food processor until smooth, for about 10 – 20 seconds.
2. Pour the watermelon mixture into silicone molds, which you fill half full.
3. Rinse the processor and mix the remaining ⅔ cup of yogurt with the peanut butter until smooth. Add a further 1 – 2 tablespoons of water if you find it too thick.
4. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the watermelon layer, nearly filling every mold right up to the top.
5. Refrigerate for a minimum of 5 hours or overnight. Once hardened, pop out of the treats and store them in an airtight container within the freezer.

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4. Canada Day Watermelon Bone Snacks

Ingredients

• 1 ripe watermelon

Instructions

1. Slice a fresh piece of watermelon fruit and remove the rind and all seeds.
2. Cut the fruit into small, bite-sized pieces suitable for your dog.
3. If you have the tools, use a cookie cutter or mold to create fun shapes like bones or stars.

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5. Fourth of July Dog Treats

Ingredients

• Fresh seedless watermelon
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Fresh blueberries

Instructions

1. Puree half of the watermelon in a food processor or blender until smooth.
2. Pour the watermelon juice into the bottom third of star-shaped silicone molds and freeze until firm, around 1 – 2 hours.
3. Place a layer of plain yogurt over top of the frozen watermelon, gently pushing a few blueberries into the yogurt.
4. Chill for an additional 2 hours or until set solid.
5. Remove those treats from their molds and serve them up as cooling 4th of July dog treats.

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6. Honey-Kissed Watermelon Pupsicles

Ingredients

• 1½ cups seedless watermelon, chopped
• ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 teaspoons honey

Instructions

1. Add watermelon, Greek yogurt, and honey into a food processor and process until smooth.
2. Pour into silicone molds and fill each one.
3. Refill molds with dairy-free yogurt and place them in the freezer for approximately 3 hours, or until completely frozen.
4. Remove the popsicles from molds and serve, with any extras being kept in an airtight container for up to a month in the freezer.

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7. Dog Treats Homemade Watermelon

Ingredients

• 8 celery stalks
• ¼ of a small seedless watermelon
• ½ cup water

Instructions

1. Chop celery and watermelon into smaller pieces.
2. Add the chopped ingredients and water into a blender and blend at a high speed until smooth with no chunkiness.
3. Strain the mixture into a bowl using a fine mesh strainer, pressing and extracting all of the juice using a spoon.
4. Transfer the filtered juice into ice trays and store them for a minimum of 2 hours, or until completely frozen.

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8. Watermelon Popsicles for Dogs

Ingredients

• 2 cups watermelon cubes
• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• ½ cup oats
• 1½ cups cold water
• Optional: Dog-safe topper treats like Wellness Bowl Boosters

Instructions

1. Add the watermelon, frozen strawberries, oats, and cold water into a blender. Blend for about 1 minute, or until everything is smooth and pourable.
2. Distribute the mixture among dog popsicle molds, carefully filling them approximately 85% full.
3. Add 4 – 5 small topper treats into every mold if you wish and refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours, or until totally solid.
4. Feed the treats to your dog and keep any leftovers in a covered container in the freezer for a period of up to three months.

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9. Coconut & Watermelon Dog Cubes

Ingredients

• 2 cups seedless watermelon
• 1 cup coconut milk or coconut water
• ¼ cup honey (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine the watermelon, coconut milk or coconut water, and honey in a blender. Blend until completely smooth and juice-like in consistency.
2. Transfer the mixture into ice cube trays or a silicone mold.
3. Allow it to freeze for a few hours or until completely frozen.
4. Once set, serve to your dog as a refreshing summertime treat. Store leftovers in a freezer container.

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10. Minty Coconut Watermelon Treats

Ingredients

• 2 cups ripe watermelon
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

1. Add watermelon into a blender or food processor until you obtain a total of 2 cups of fruit.
2. Add the coconut oil and a few fresh mint leaves if using, and blend until the mixture is completely liquefied.
3. Pour the liquid into silicone dog treat molds.
4. Freeze for a minimum of 4 hours or until frozen solid.

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11. Watermelon Dog Treats Frozen

Ingredients

• 2 cups seedless watermelon, chopped
• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. Chop up the watermelon into bite-sized bits and put them along with water into a food processor or blender.
2. Blend until it is a slushy consistency.
3. Pour the slush into ice cube trays and freeze for a minimum of 3 hours or until it freezes solid.
4. Drain and remove frozen cubes, placing them in an airtight, freezer-safe container.

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12. Dehydrated Watermelon Taffy Strips

Ingredients

• 1 seedless watermelon

Instructions

1. Slice the watermelon into strips, about a half-inch thick, remembering that they will shrink by roughly half during drying.
2. Position the strips onto dehydrator trays covered with top-grade plastic wrap or parchment paper.
3. Dehydrate for several hours, checking every so often, until the strips are chewy and dry to your liking.
4. Keep the cooked taffy strips refrigerated for a few days within a glass jar. The treats do not store well frozen.

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13. Berry Coconut Watermelon Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup seedless watermelon
• 1 cup strawberries
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 small container of plain Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Put the watermelon, strawberries, coconut milk, and Greek yogurt into a blender. Blend until smooth and completely combined.
2. Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray or silicone molds and chill for 4 – 6 hours, or overnight, until they become solid.

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14. Watermelon Gelatin Gummies

Ingredients

• 1 cup pureed watermelon
• 3 tablespoons unflavored powdered gelatin

Instructions

1. Pour the puree of watermelon into a small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over the top and let it stand for about 5 minutes for the gelatin to bloom.
2. Heat it gently over low heat, stirring slowly until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Don’t use high heat, which will weaken the gel’s ability to set.
3. Remove from heat once dissolved. Place the liquid into a glass dish or silicone molds.
4. Refrigerate until hard-set. Keep them refrigerated and use within a few days. For extended storage, you can freeze them, but the texture will change a bit.

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15. Watermelon Dog Treats with No Peanut Butter

Ingredients

• 1 – 2 slices of seedless watermelon
• A handful of fresh blueberries
• Plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Puree the watermelon chunks until completely liquefied and smooth, making a light, juice-like texture.
2. In every compartment of your dog treat mold, fill with enough plain Greek yogurt so it’s about half full. Add a single blueberry, or two, for flavor and texture.
3. Pour the pureed watermelon over the yogurt and blueberries, and fill each mold all the way full. Put the molds into the freezer and freeze for a minimum of 1 – 2 hours, until completely frozen.

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Always Consult your Vet

It is crucial that you consult with your veterinarian before adding any new food, treat, or substantial change of diet for your dog.

Although watermelon is safe for most dogs, it is worth noting that individual needs are so different.

Your vet is familiar with your dog’s individual health history, potential allergies or sensitivities, current medical conditions, and any medication your pet is currently receiving.

Depending on your dog’s condition, your vet may advise you to add a few supplements to support their health.

Ageing dogs may need a boost with a powdered calcium supplement to maintain bone and hip health.

Your vet may also advise you to add a few measures of canine multivitamin supplement to your home made dog treats.

It is important to remember that homemade treats must never become a substitute for your dog’s normal, nutritionally complete dog food.

High-quality dog foods are designed to have all the vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fats your dog requires to become healthy.

Treats must comprise a relatively tiny portion of your dog’s overall calorie budget. Dog treats should not account for any more than 10% of your dog’s daily caloric intake.

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Conclusion

There you have it! 15 watermelon dog treats you can make at home today. The recipes featured in this article are all dog-safe and nutritious for dogs.

Just be sure not to give your dog too many watermelon treats at once. A few bites are enough to quench thirst on a sunny afternoon.

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