When was the last time you prepared something delicious and healthy pet food? After all, your furry companion also has a craving to eat something refreshing; hence preparing watermelon popsicles with goat milk is second to none other than any pet food item.
Both watermelon and goat milk are loaded with healthy nutrients essential for your pets while experiencing a change of taste. As we all know, goat’s milk contains protein, fats, and minerals and is quite friendly to your pet’s digestive system. Whereas, watermelon keeps them hydrated and fulfils their vitamin requirements like Vitamin A and C.
Also, the addition of yoghurt is quite beneficial for your dog’s health by fulfilling calcium and mineral deficiency in your dog. It also adds an extra creamy texture and can be more palatable for your dog. The good thing is that all the ingredients are low in calories, so no need to worry about your pet getting overweight.
However, you must be aware while rewarding your dog with delicious watermelon popsicles. Feed them in a fixed portion as a supplement to their balanced diet.
So let’s have a brief on the Goat milk watermelon popsicles recipe and treat your pets with hydrating, refreshing and of course, healthy pet food.
Get ready with the Ingredients
- 2 cups of watermelon (should be seedless and chopped in cubes)
- 1 cup of Goat milk powder (You can choose Hye Food brand authentic goat milk powder)
- 1/2 cup of plain yoghurt.
Follow the process
- Blend the watermelon: First, you need to remove all the watermelon seeds properly and place them in a blender. Blend until it gets a smooth texture, then strain through a fine sieve to remove any pulp.
- Mix with Goat milk: Gently mix the blended watermelon juice with Hye Foods goat milk powder. After that, you need to stir the whole mixture properly until you find a smooth texture.
- Add the yoghurt: Properly whisk the yoghurt into the fine liquid and gently add it to the goat milk mixture. Remember there should not be any lumps. It must have a fine texture.
- Taste to adjust: Taste the combined mixture before finalizing it. Add or increase any ingredient and adjust it according to your pet’s taste.
- Pour the mixture into Popsicle moulds: Pour the mixture into Popsicle moulds and leave a little space from the top side to expand perfectly after freezing. Ensure that there is no formation of bubbles inside the mould, so gently tap the mould from the top to adjust the liquid.
- Insert the sticks: Place and adjust the Popsicle sticks in the mixture mould. Be specific while placing that it doesn’t lose its place.
- Freeze: Place the mods into the freezer and now it’s time to freeze the mixture for at least 4-6 hours at 0 degrees Celsius.
- Unmould and feed your dog: Keep your mould under running warm water for a few seconds gently remove the frozen popsicles from the mould.
Tips to Remember
- Always choose a high-quality Yoghurt that suits your dog’s taste buds and is healthy for your dog.
- Select fully ripe and sweet watermelon for a balanced and best flavour.
- You can also add fine chunks of watermelon.
- Avoid using any extra artificial sugar as watermelon has its sweetness.
We are damn sure, your pet will love this amazing and refreshing treat. It will keep them cool and hydrated during the summer heat. Also, the presence of low calories and natural sugar, results in a healthy and safe snack for your dog. However, you need to feed them in moderation and enhance their taste buds with watermelon and goat milk popsicles. So what are you waiting for? Try It Now!