What’s a mutt mocktail, you ask? It’s a lickable, cocktail-inspired, alcohol-free and totally canine-friendly watermelon DIY dog treat (shaken, not stirred, please!). Made with just two summery-staples ingredients, no mixology credentials are required here! Just whip it up in a blender, pour into a bowl and serve.
But, hey, you deserve sweet summer sips, too.
If you want to belly up to the bar alongside your furry friend, you can instantly transform this dog-friendly mocktail recipe into a summer cocktail that’s perfectly suited for human consumption with the addition of some coconut rum and a hint of lime. (Do not under any circumstances serve or let your dog taste alcoholic beverages.) With such refreshing, cool flavors, it’s like a summer vacation in a glass!
So, what are you waiting for? Mix up this DIY dog treat mocktail and summer cocktail hybrid. After all, it’s five o’clock somewhere, right?
Dog-Friendly & Alcohol-Free Mutt Mocktail Recipe
What you'll need:
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen watermelon (cubed and seedless)
- 1/3 cup light coconut milk
Supplies
- Measuring cup
- Blender
- Serving dish
Yield:
1 mutt mocktail
Serving size:
1-3 servings, depending on the size of your dog
Prep time:
5 minutes
Instructions
1
Add cubed and seedless frozen watermelon to a blender.
2
Pour in the coconut milk.
3
Pulse until the mixture reaches a slushie consistency.
4
Pour into your dog’s bowl, and prepare to be tipped in kisses.
Now, turn that mocktail into a humans-only cocktail so you can enjoy, too!
What you'll need:
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen watermelon (cubed and seedless)
- 1/3 cup light or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 lime
- Coconut rum (to taste)* *Note: Ensure that any alcohol you use is kept secure and well out of your dog’s reach. NEVER serve or let your dog taste alcoholic beverages.
Supplies
- Measuring cup
- Blender
- Cocktail glass
- Cocktail stirrer
- Knife
Yield:
1 summer cocktail
Serving size:
1 serving
Prep time:
5 minutes
Instructions
1
Add frozen watermelon and coconut milk to a blender and pulse until it reaches a slushie consistency. Pour into a cocktail glass.
2
Slice your lime in half and squeeze the juice of both halves into your cocktail glass. Add a shot of coconut rum (or to taste) and stir.
This recipe was reviewed by a veterinarian. It is intended as a treat or snack. Treats should only constitute a small percentage of your dog’s daily food. Feeding too many treats can lead to nutrient deficiencies. If your pet has health issues or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering this food item.
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