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Green Dog Breath Mints

These homemade green dog breath mints are an easy frozen treat made with fresh parsley, plain yogurt, and a little pumpkin. I make them in small portions so they are simple to serve as an occasional refreshing treat while adding a fresh flavor dogs tend to enjoy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dog Treats
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 | cup | fresh parsley | I use fresh parsley for its naturally fresh flavor
  • 1/2 | cup | plain unsweetened yogurt | Creates the creamy base for the mints
  • 2 | tablespoons | plain pumpkin puree | Adds moisture and helps balance the mixture
  • 2 | tablespoons | water | Helps the ingredients blend smoothly

Equipment

  • 1 | Blender | For blending the ingredients into a smooth mixture1 | Mixing bowl | For combining the ingredients1 | Silicone mold or ice cube tray | For shaping the breath mints1 | Measuring cups and spoons | For measuring the ingredients

Method
 

  1. Rinse the fresh parsley thoroughly under cool running water and pat it dry.
  2. Add the parsley, plain yogurt, pumpkin puree, and water to a blender.
  3. Blend until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
  4. Spoon or pour the mixture into a small silicone mold or ice cube tray.
  5. Place the mold in the freezer and freeze for approximately 2 hours, or until the mints are completely firm.
  6. Remove the frozen mints from the mold.
  7. Let a mint sit for a few minutes before serving if it is too hard for your dog to eat comfortably.
  8. Serve an appropriately sized portion based on your dog's size.
Recipe Notes
  1. Parsley Safety: Use fresh flat-leaf or curly parsley in a small amount. Avoid using large quantities or unfamiliar varieties of herbs.
  2. Yogurt Tip: Choose plain unsweetened yogurt with no xylitol, artificial sweeteners, added sugar, or flavoring.
  3. Texture Tip: These mints freeze firm, so allow them to soften slightly before serving to smaller dogs.
  4. Storage: Keep the mints frozen in an airtight freezer safe container for up to 2 weeks for the best quality.
  5. Common Mistake to Avoid: Do not use mint gum, mint candy, essential oils, or artificial breath fresheners in this recipe. These products can contain ingredients that are unsafe for dogs.
  6. Serving: Give these mints as an occasional treat rather than relying on them to treat persistent bad breath. Ongoing or unusually strong bad breath can be a reason to have your dog's teeth and mouth checked by a veterinarian.