It’s no secret that cats love to sunbathe. Even on the hottest days of summer, cat owners often find their kitties lounging in the sun trying to soak up as much warmth as possible. Unfortunately, cats are prone to overheating and aren’t able to cool themselves as easily as we can. To avoid heat exhaustion, cats require access to shaded, well-ventilated areas with access to clean water. But if your cat is stubborn and won’t stay out of the sun, there are other ways you can help keep them cool. Check out our top 4 frozen cat treats for summer that are both tasty and refreshing for your feline friend.
What Ingredients Can I Use In Frozen Cat Treats?
Frozen treats are essential go-to snacks that you can easily make at home for your cat. These recipes are super simple and convenient to keep on hand when temperatures start to climb and your kitty needs to cool down. Plus, you probably already have the ingredients for at least one of these recipes on hand. Although you may already know which foods you should avoid feeding your cat, it’s best to do some research beforehand to make sure the treats are safe for your little ones.
Dangerous Foods to Avoid:
- Chocolate
- Onions
- Garlic
- Raw Eggs, Raw Meat & Bones
- Caffeinated Drinks
- Alcohol
- Raw Dough
- Milk and Dairy Products
- Grapes and Raisins
- Dog Food
Can My Cat Eat Yogurt?
While cats lack the lactase enzyme that breaks down lactose, a type of sugar found in milk, many cats are able to tolerate yogurt. Yogurt makes a solid base for frozen cat treats, but if your cat doesn’t tolerate dairy that well there are still plenty of alternatives to make them tasty treats. You can always use water, broth, or organic goats milk as your base and throw in cat-friendly add-ins to your cats liking. If your cat does like the taste of yogurt, however, make sure you use a brand that doesn’t contain artificial additives and isn’t overly sweetened. And keep an eye out for Xylitol, a natural chemical that’s often added to food products to make them more palatable for us humans but is highly toxic to cats.
4 Frozen Cat Treats for Summer
1. Tuna Treats
Ingredients:
- 1 can of water-packed tuna or canned salmon
- ½ cup water
Add all ingredients listed to your food processor and blend until it’s nice and smooth, adding more water as needed to get the desired consistency. Pour the mixture into silicone ice cube trays and freeze for a couple of hours. When the treats are frozen, pop them out of the tray and store in a freezer bag.
2. Paté Bombs
Ingredients:
- 1 can pate-style wet food
- Your cats favorite soft treats
- Died catnip (optional)
Take a can of your cat’s favorite pate-style wet food and scoop it out into a mixing bowl. Stir in a few of your cat’s favorite soft treats or a sprinkle of dried catnip. Spoon the mixture into a silicone ice cube tray and freeze until solid. Pop the treats out the tray and serve immediately.
3. Goat’s Milk Bites
Ingredients:
- Organic Goats Milk
Pour your favorite organic goat's milk into small silicone molds. Freeze until solid then pop the treats out to serve. Store the extras in a freezer bag.
4. Yogurt Drops
Ingredients:
- 1 can cat pate-style cat food
- 2-4 cups greek yogurt
