Are ice cubes good for dogs?

As any mixologist will tell you, an ice cube is only as good as the water you freeze to make it. And that is exactly what ice is: frozen water. Ice cubes can actually be used to slow down the rate of ingestion of water by overly excited dogs. read more

Ice cubes can actually be used to slow down the rate of ingestion of water by overly excited dogs. Offering ice cubes is a way of adjusting the rate and amount of water a dog takes in. Veterinarians recommend offering ice cubes as a way to slowly introduce water to dogs recovering from surgeries or as a tryout after vomiting episodes associated with gastroenteritis, to see if they are able to hold fluids down. read more

Many dogs love ice cubes. They can be given as treats or put in the water bowl. Some behaviorists even recommend freezing toys or treats in ice for dogs to chew on. The biggest risk with ice is that aggressive chewers could break teeth. Frozen treats like ‘dog ice cream’ and yogurt have a softer texture (ice crystals are separated by fat). read more