Fro-yo girl here. I don’t have a dog and that’s probably why I’ve never posted anything about dog froyo till now. You can buy dog froyo from Whole Foods, Amazon, Chewy.com, PetSmart and many other national retailers. With so many froyo shops offering dog froyo in pre-packed cups and even some dog froyo trucks, including a brand new one in Denver, it felt like time to learn more about dog froyo.
Many dogs are lactose intolerant, have food allergies and shouldn’t be consuming large amounts of sugar. Yogurt contains less lactose and is easier for dogs to digest. Ingredients like chocolate and Xylitol are harmful to dogs. Because of these issues, several companies started offering froyo that’s specially formulated for dog health.
Many dogs are lactose intolerant, have food allergies and shouldn’t be consuming large amounts of sugar. Yogurt contains less lactose and is easier for dogs to digest. Ingredients like chocolate and Xylitol are harmful to dogs. Because of these issues, several companies started offering froyo that’s specially formulated for dog health.
History of Froyo for Dogs
The first frozen dessert treat for dogs was Frosty Paws ice cream, launched in 1979. The first flavor was vanilla.
Jody Rodgers, who owned a pet services company in New Hampshire, created the first commercially available froyo for dogs, Yöghund. According to Rodgers, “We developed it for The Barking Dogs’ clients, who were also our ‘testing board’–and they loved it. By late 2006, early 2007, we started getting serious. At the 2007 spring HH Backer show we received tremendous interest in the product,” she explains. “By late 2007, we were dabbling with the grocery/mass market distribution. By early 2008 we continued to expand our pet retailer distribution, as well as increased our grocery access.”
Main Brands of Dog Froyo
YöPup by Yöghund, the first froyo for dogs, is manufactured in the USA and contains billions of special probiotics, including strains known to be beneficial for dogs. Veterinarian recommended, YöPup aids digestion and supports the immune system. The froyo contains no added sugar and no preservatives. Available flavors: Banana and Peanut Butter, Pumpkin and Bacon, Apple Juice and Cheddar
The Bear & The Rat was founded in 2010 in Boulder, Colorado by husband and wife team, Matt & Meg Meyer. Their all-natural, 100% human grade frozen yogurt treats for dogs are good for gut health. Their froyo contains prebiotics and InClover Pet’s Optagest, which adds hydration, nutrients and aids digestion. The goat milk froyo varieties are good for cats and dogs. Available flavors: Bacon & Peanut Butter, Banana & Peanut Butter, Pumpkin & Cinnamon, Goat Milk, Goat Milk with Coconut
Boss Dog was founded in 2018. They launched a line of probiotic frozen Greek style yogurt treats. Boss Dog Greek Style Frozen Yogurt Treats are 100% human grade, 100% FDA & AAFCO compliant, non-GMO, and contain no gluten, corn, soy, wheat, artificial colors, artificial flavors or preservatives. Made with real yogurt, the milk is sourced from a farm in the Central Valley of California. The froyo is rich in protein, probiotics and prebiotics. Available flavors: Peanut Butter & Banana, Cheddar & Bacon and Pumpkin & Cinnamon.
Frozzys is a UK brand of lickable frozen yogurt for dogs that was founded in 2013 in Belfast. Their frozen yogurt is all-natural, rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, low calorie, lactose-free, and made with no added sugar. Available flavors: Original, Blueberry, Cranberry, Strawberry
Dog Yog is an Australian brand of dog frozen kefir made in Melbourne. The frozen treats are lickable with probiotics, prebiotics, and superfoods. Kefir aids digestion and supports the immune system. Available flavors: Banana & Carob, Blueberry & Peanut Butter
Only Natural Pet Frozen Yogurt for dogs is a product that’s exclusively available at PetSmart. It’s all-natural, made with real yogurt and has prebiotics and digestive enzymes to support healthy digestion. Available flavors: Peanut Butter, Pumpkin & Cinnamon
FroPet was launched in 2020 by Nanci’s. It’s a powdered mix. To make the yogurt, add water and freeze. A kit comes with enough product for 16 cups. The product is made in the USA, lactose-free, all-natural, and contains active probiotic cultures and essential Omega fatty acids. It’s safe for dogs and cats. You can buy FroPet kits from Chewy.com and Amazon.
Only Natural Pet Frozen Yogurt for dogs is a product that’s exclusively available at PetSmart. It’s all-natural, made with real yogurt and has prebiotics and digestive enzymes to support healthy digestion. Available flavors: Peanut Butter, Pumpkin & Cinnamon
FroPet was launched in 2020 by Nanci’s. It’s a powdered mix. To make the yogurt, add water and freeze. A kit comes with enough product for 16 cups. The product is made in the USA, lactose-free, all-natural, and contains active probiotic cultures and essential Omega fatty acids. It’s safe for dogs and cats. You can buy FroPet kits from Chewy.com and Amazon.
All the dog froyo products sound pretty good (I mean, all natural, probiotic, and healthy for dogs). Do you buy dog frozen yogurt? Does your dog prefer a particular brand of dog froyo? Would love to hear your thoughts.
You know you love me. X0 X0, fro-yo girl.
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