Ingredients
Method
- Place silicone bone molds on a small baking sheet and set aside.
- In a small bowl, stir the plain unsweetened yogurt until smooth and creamy.
- In a second bowl, mix the pumpkin puree with 1 tablespoon water, adding a little more water if needed until it reaches an easy spooning consistency.
- In a third bowl, lightly mash the berries with a fork, leaving some small chunks for texture.
- If using, lightly brush or rub the inside of each bone mold cavity with a thin layer of melted coconut oil.
- Spoon a small layer of yogurt into each mold cavity, filling each about one third of the way full.
- Add a small spoonful of the pumpkin mixture into each cavity on top of the yogurt.
- Add a small spoonful of the mashed berries into each cavity, leaving a little space at the top so the mixture does not spill over.
- Use a toothpick, skewer, or the tip of a butter knife to gently swirl the yogurt, pumpkin, and berry layers together in each cavity to create a marbled pattern without fully mixing them.
- Tap the baking sheet with the filled molds lightly on the counter to release any air bubbles.
- Transfer the molds to the freezer and freeze for 3 to 4 hours, or until the treats are completely firm.
- Once frozen solid, pop the yogurt bones out of the molds and serve 1 to 3 treats to your dog, depending on size, as a snack or meal topper.
- Store remaining treats in an airtight freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Notes
- Always use plain unsweetened yogurt without added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or xylitol.
- Use plain pumpkin puree only; never use pumpkin pie filling, which contains sugar and spices not safe for dogs.
- If using berries with seeds, such as raspberries, light mashing is fine for most dogs, but avoid large tough pieces for very small or senior pups.
- If your dog is sensitive to dairy, talk with your vet before serving yogurt-based treats, or substitute a lactose-free plain yogurt made for pets.
- Start with a small portion the first time you serve this treat to make sure your dog tolerates the ingredients well.
- Use plain pumpkin puree only; never use pumpkin pie filling, which contains sugar and spices not safe for dogs.
- If using berries with seeds, such as raspberries, light mashing is fine for most dogs, but avoid large tough pieces for very small or senior pups.
- If your dog is sensitive to dairy, talk with your vet before serving yogurt-based treats, or substitute a lactose-free plain yogurt made for pets.
- Start with a small portion the first time you serve this treat to make sure your dog tolerates the ingredients well.
