5 Frozen Treats to Keep Your Sighthound Cool This Summer

Summer brings sunshine, lazy afternoons in the garden, and long walks, but for sighthounds, who are particularly sensitive to heat, hot weather can pose risks. Keeping them cool isn’t just kind, it’s essential.

Frozen treats are a fun and practical way to help your hound chill out. They offer cooling enrichment, slow feeding, and a reason to rest in the shade. You don’t need fancy equipment, just a freezer, a few simple ingredients, and a willing hound.

Whether you're using a Kong, a Lick Mat, or an ice cube tray, these ideas are easy to prep, refreshing to eat, and sighthound-approved.

Quick and Easy Cool-Downs

1. Frozen Watermelon Cubes

A summer classic. Chop seedless watermelon into chunks, freeze for 30 minutes, and serve. Perfect after a walk or while lounging in the shade. Just be sure to remove all seeds and rind.

2. Fruity Kong Mix

Mash half a banana and stir in a spoonful of extra-thick natural yogurt or use a dog pâté, depending on your hound’s taste. Stuff it into a toy and freeze for an hour. It’s sweet, simple and satisfying.

3. Frozen Veggies

Full of fibre and nutrients. Slice carrots and cucumber into sticks, and break broccoli into small, bite-sized chunks. Freeze plain or smear with a little plain cream cheese for a tastier twist.

4. Peanut Butter & Crunch

Mix a little dog-safe, xylitol-free peanut butter with a handful of kibble or treats. Stuff a Kong and freeze. The semi-frozen version is ideal for hounds who like quick wins. Freeze it longer for more determined snackers

5. Lickmat Three Ways

Smear one-third of a Lickmat with plain yogurt, one-third with dog-safe peanut butter, and the final third with plain cream cheese. Freeze for 30–60 minutes. It’s especially great for nervous dogs who benefit from calming lick-based enrichment.

A Few Tips Before You Freeze

● While fruits are packed with vitamins, they should be fed in moderation.

● Always avoid xylitol (a common sweetener in some peanut butters) - it’s toxic to

dogs.

● Cling film is handy to block holes in toys while freezing.

● If your sighthound struggles with food-guarding or resource anxiety, serve frozen

treats in a quiet, calm spot.

● Frozen treats can get messy, so they are best enjoyed in a shaded spot outdoors or on

easy to clean floors.

Whippets, greyhounds and lurchers are especially prone to overheating. Frozen treats not only cool them down, but they also offer mental stimulation, slow feeding, and a bit of joy in the heat. Simple, thoughtful care - the Pointy Faces way.

If your hound hasn’t tried frozen snacks before, start slow and see what they like best. Whether it’s fruity, dairy, meaty or full of crunch, there’s something for every palate.

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