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Puppy Teething Frozen Carrot Sticks
Cold carrot sticks brushed with a thin coat of broth, for puppies who want to chew on everything. Always stay in the room while your puppy works on one.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Yields
About 12 sticks
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots, peeled
- 1/2 cup homemade chicken broth, no onion and no salt
Steps
- Cut each carrot into thick sticks sized to your puppy, wide enough that they cannot be swallowed whole.
- Roll the sticks in the broth so they are lightly coated.
- Lay them on a lined tray and freeze for at least 3 hours.
- Give one stick at a time under supervision, and take away any piece small enough to swallow.
Substitutions
- Peeled parsnip sticks instead of carrot.
- Plain water instead of broth.
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 large stick per day, supervised
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 3 kg | 1 small stick per day, supervised |
| 8 kg | 1 stick per day, supervised |
| 15 kg | 1 large stick per day, supervised |
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
198 kcal
Per serving
198 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~233% of the daily treat budget198 / 85 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 15kg dog. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Store-bought broth with onion, garlic, or salt
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Keep frozen up to 2 months in a sealed bag.
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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