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Frozen Sardine Dog Treats
These savory frozen bites use sardines and blueberries for a flavorful snack. Decaffeinated green tea serves as a gentle liquid base.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Yields
About 26 cubes
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 4 oz tinned sardines in water
- 1/4 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup decaffeinated green tea, steeped and cooled
Steps
- Place all the ingredients in a tall container and using a hand immersion blender, blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone mold trays and freeze until solid.
- Once frozen, remove the treats from the ice cube trays and store them in an airtight container in the freezer.
Substitutions
- Use canned salmon instead of sardines
- Replace blueberries with diced strawberries
- Substitute green tea with plain water
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
1 cube, 2-3× per week
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | ½ cube, 2-3× per week |
| 15 kg | 1 cube, 2-3× per week |
| 30 kg | 2 cubes, 2-3× per week |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
269 kcal
Per cube
10 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~12% of the daily treat budget10 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Raw, smoked, or salt-cured fish
- Fish bones, always debone before cooking
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Freeze in an airtight container for up to eight weeks.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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