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COOL TREATS FOR CATS AND DOGS


by Tonya Wilhelm S


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pending quality time with our pets is always a win, especially if it’s in the kitchen. Pet treats can be more than


tasty; if we use the right ingredients, they can be downright nutritional. Stop at a favorite local health store to pick up the ingredients to prepare these easy and cool pet treats.


Berry Delicious


Basil isn’t just a culinary herb—it improves digestion, delivers anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants, strengthens the immune system and helps to detoxify the liver. It’s perfect for this summertime frozen snack. Blueberries aren’t the only healthy ber-


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ries. Blackberries are full of vitamin C, high in fiber, manganese and antioxidants, are a good source of vitamin K and offer anti- bacterial and anti-inflammatory attributes. Coconut oil provides vitamins and minerals, is antibacterial, antiviral and has antifungal properties, making it a good choice for yeasty dogs. It also aids in digestion, although too much of a good thing can cause diarrhea. Berries are a great treat for pets. Raspberries


contain quercetin, a naturally occurring flavonoid that reduces inflammation.


Yields: Depends on size of molds


1 cup coconut oil ½ cup blackberries ½ cup raspberries 1 Tbsp basil leaves


Place the coconut oil in a pan over low heat. Stir until melted and set aside. Place the blackberries, raspberries and basil


leaves into a mixer and blend.


Add the melted coconut oil into the mixer and blend ingredients together.


Place a silicone ice cube mold on a cookie sheet for support. Te smaller the cavities, the better.


Pour the mix into the molds and place in the freezer.


Once frozen, pop out treats and store in a glass container in the freezer.


Serve one frozen treat to each pet every few days.


photos courtesy of RaisingYourPetsNaturally.com


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