Valentine’s Day isn’t just for humans, our pets deserve a little extra love too.
Instead of sugary store-bought treats (that aren’t always pet-safe, or healthy), try these DIY Valentine’s Day treats made with simple, healthy, wholesome ingredients. They’re:
- Dog-friendly
- Festive for Valentine's Day
- Enhanced with minerals for added health and wellness support
As always, introduce new foods slowly and consult your veterinarian if your pet has specific dietary needs.
1. Healthy Strawberry Heart Treats for Dogs (No-Bake)
Naturally pink + heart-shaped
PicoPets boost: Pico Selenite (for cardiovascular function and blood pressure regulation)
Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 2–3 fresh strawberries (pureed)
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- Pico Selenite (add drops depending on your dog’s weight, in label instructions)
Instructions:
- Blend strawberries, yogurt, peanut butter, and Pico Selenite until smooth.
- Spoon into silicone heart molds or ice cube trays.
- Freeze for 2–3 hours until firm.
- Serve frozen or slightly thawed.
2. Frozen Valentine “Cake Pops” for Dogs (Strawberry Surprise)
Cake pops with a pink strawberry center
PicoPets boost: Pico Selenite (for cellular and immune support)
Ingredients:
- Fresh strawberries
- Plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
- Pico Selenite (per label directions)
- Silicone cake pop mold
- Cake pop sticks (from mold set)
- Blender (optional)
Instructions:
- Start by slicing strawberries thin, then chopping into small squares. These will be the strawberry “surprise” inside each cake pop.
Tip: 1–3 strawberries is usually plenty, depending on how many pops you’re making. - Add Pico Selenite to the yogurt (drops per label directions) and stir well.
- Fill both sides of the silicone cake pop mold with yogurt, but not all the way.
- Add a few strawberry squares into each cavity.
- Cover with more yogurt.
- Place the two mold halves together and insert the cake pop sticks into the holes.
- Freeze for 1–2 hours until fully set.
- Remove from mold and serve!
Important Safety Note:
Do not allow your dog to chew on the cake pop stick. If you choose to use the stick, always hold it while your dog eats. For extra safety, you can serve the cake pop without the stick.
3. Blueberry Yogurt Valentine Dog Treats
Soft purple tint from blueberries
PicoPets boost: ReMag (for relaxation and stress relief)
Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain, unsweetened yogurt
- ¼ cup mashed blueberries
- ReMag (per label directions)
Instructions:
- Mix yogurt, blueberries, and drops of ReMag until smooth.
- Drop small dots onto parchment paper or into mini molds.
- Freeze until solid.
- Store in the freezer and serve as a bite-sized Valentine treat.
4. Valentine Pupcakes
Valentine's Day colors with heart shaped strawberries
PicoPets boost: ReMag (for muscle, joint, and energy support)
Pupcake Ingredients:
- Strawberry slices
- 1 small banana mashed
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (xylitol free)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ReMag (per label directions)
Icing + Topping Ingredients:
- Fresh strawberries
- Plain, non-fat Greek yogurt or mashed banana
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, mix all cake ingredients together until smooth. Spoon batter into a cupcake pan and smooth tops.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Run a butter knife around the edges to release pupcakes and allow to cool slightly before removing from the pan.
- Cool completely before frosting.
Slice the stems off strawberries and carefully cut a notch in the top to form heart shapes.
For icing:
Use plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt, or mash banana for a dairy-free option.
- Spread icing onto cooled pupcakes using a spoon or butter knife.
- Top with strawberry hearts.
Optional: Add blueberries as “sprinkles” or blend berries into the icing for a pink or purple tint.
Serve immediately for best freshness.
Storage:
Unfrosted pupcakes will keep for up to 2 weeks in a sealed container in the fridge.
Add icing only when ready to serve.
Why Add PicoPets Supplements to Treats?
Adding PicoPets science-backed pet supplements to homemade treats is a simple way to support your pet’s daily wellness while making treat time more fun.
Make It a Valentine’s Day Tradition
Whether you’re baking pupcakes, freezing cake pops, or popping heart-shaped treats out of molds, these little moments matter. Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, spoil your pet (just a little), and celebrate the unconditional love they give us every day.
