Reasons why dogs can’t eat ice cream

Ice cream contains a lot of pigments and additives, which are not good for the dog’s health and will increase the burden on the kidneys. Excessive consumption of ice cream can cause gastrointestinal discomfort or diarrhea in dogs. Severe diarrhea can cause dehydration and shock in dogs. Try not to feed small dogs ice cream. Due to their small size, small dogs have poor immunity, weak constitution, and poor cold resistance. If they eat cold drinks, they may not only have diarrhea, but may also cause fever and other symptoms. Puppies under three months of age must not be fed ice cream. The body functions of puppies are not perfect yet. Eating cold ice cream is more likely to cause diarrhea in dogs. Severe cases can cause a series of physical problems such as enteritis.

DIY method for making dog-specific ice cream

Soak a little dog food in boiling water until soft, add a little sugar, pour it into an ice tray and put it in the refrigerator, take it out after 3-4 hours. Let the dog lick it slowly, which not only serves the purpose of giving the dog ice cream, but is also safe and secure. Of course, you should also feed your DIY dog ice cream in moderation.